The Embers of Daylight

The Book of Roses #3

by Kelly River

Five years have passed since Elizabeth, Isaac, and Kaylein's lives were torn apart. The kingdom rests at peace, but the scars left by the war still mark each of them deeply. Restored to the feudal hierarchy against their will, Isaac and Kaylein exercise what power they have to temper the reach of Duke Francis and the newly ennobled Lord Edward. Meanwhile, Elizabeth strives to put the past behind her, praying that her family will not have its heart ripped out a second time.

Despite fate having pulled the three apart, their paths intertwine once more when a growing rift within the church places Kaylein at odds with Lord Edward and his powerful benefactors. A secret from her past threatens to upend both her and Elizabeth's lives should it come to light, and Edward has the scent of it.

Together once again, the three friends struggle to piece back some of what was broken, but with so much lost, is there any hope of a return to better days?

The stories of Elizabeth, Isaac, Kaylein, and Edward are about to reach their end.



Set in a fictional medieval kingdom, The Book of Roses tells the story of four young people searching for safety, love, and belonging in a world rife with injustice. Can a good heart still flourish in an age of darkness?

Genres: Fantasy, Medieval, Historical Romance

598 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 12, 2024

About the author

Kelly River is an author who dwells on the edge of the English countryside, forever losing themselves in rambling trails both fictional and material. An avid fan of reading, walking, games, and green teas, you might find them fondling a sheaf of freshly-picked grain or gazing at the canopy of trees beyond the garden fence while they write.

Reviews

[Savannah · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book series really had me in its clutches. I enjoyed all three of the books so much.
It's funny, I can't really put into words what makes me love them. The characters are all flawed people who constantly have to face the seemingly endless struggles life throws their way. I enjoyed reading about their lives and how they navigated their problems over the years. I constantly found myself wanting to know how everything would end. What else could happen to these characters? Would some of them finally get their comeuppance or their happy endings? In my opinion, the author did a very good job weaving together a satisfying end to this story and its characters. I'm glad I was able to accompany these characters as they found their own place in the world.

[Elaine Markey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Final book in the series. I loved these characters so much. Everyone ended up where they wished to be. Satisfying ending to lord Edward and Duke Francis.

[Malinda · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read all three books of this series and absolutely loved every moment of this enthralling tale. I am looking forward to the new releases that will continue with the offspring of the wonderful characters in the series.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

one of the BEST book series I’ve ever read

I am an avid reader and have been for more years than I like to admit. This series brought out emotions I don’t ever remember feeling from a book. At the end of the 2nd book I was crying my eyes out. I also love novels with history. This author is awesome. Thank you for such a great read!

[Deb · Rating 5 out of 5]

Move over Ken Follett!

This was a fantastic way to end the trilogy. Although in reality good people don’t always triumph over evil ones, I would have been very disappointed if the story of Kaylein, Elizabeth and Isaac had ended any other way. ‘The Pillars of the Earth’ has always been one of my favourite books and the trilogy is very reminiscent of that.

[Cherie Jenkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book, kept me wanting to keep reading. The 3 books in the series are well worth reading. The next Book of Roses series now follows the children's stories and if they are as interesting as the last 3, then I'm in. Thoroughly enjoyed these books. 10 out of 10.

[Roslyn J · Rating 4 out of 5]

A satisfying ending to an absorbing trilogy

I enjoyed all three of this series of historical events of a time when life was harsh for most people and all women, ruled by a patriarchal society of nobility and ecclesiastical men.

[D. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Entire series is terrific! Medieval kingdom setting.

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

So happy this ended on such a positive note!!!

[Perry · Rating 5 out of 5]

This volume concludes an excellent series. I can't praise it enough. If you need an engrossing adventure series with a little fantasy thrown in, then this is for you.