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Swords of Time #1
A Code of Knights and Deception
She thought it was real. She was wrong.
When Sophia wakes up in 15th-century England, she expects hardship—but nothing prepares her for this brutal, unforgiving world. Lost, alone, and desperate to return to her husband and son, she vows to find a way home. But as weeks pass, Sophia finds kinship and purpose in this strange land.
After a violent attack, she takes fate into her own hands, disguising herself as a man to train under Henry, the castle’s enigmatic master-at-arms. As steel clashes and their connection deepens, forbidden desire ignites.
Yet Henry is not the knight he claims to be. His real name is Ethan, and this is the least of the lies he tells her. Falling for Sophia was never part of the plan—but the closer they become, the more he realizes how wrong it is to keep her in the dark.
As danger closes in and the lines between reality and deception blur, Sophia must uncover the truth about Henry—and herself—before she runs out of time.
Outlander meets Black Mirror in this sizzling dark Historical Romantasy with time travel, forbidden love, found family, a morally grey knight, and a fierce heroine—both hiding secret identities, deceiving each other in a game of survival and passion.
When Sophia wakes up in 15th-century England, she expects hardship—but nothing prepares her for this brutal, unforgiving world. Lost, alone, and desperate to return to her husband and son, she vows to find a way home. But as weeks pass, Sophia finds kinship and purpose in this strange land.
After a violent attack, she takes fate into her own hands, disguising herself as a man to train under Henry, the castle’s enigmatic master-at-arms. As steel clashes and their connection deepens, forbidden desire ignites.
Yet Henry is not the knight he claims to be. His real name is Ethan, and this is the least of the lies he tells her. Falling for Sophia was never part of the plan—but the closer they become, the more he realizes how wrong it is to keep her in the dark.
As danger closes in and the lines between reality and deception blur, Sophia must uncover the truth about Henry—and herself—before she runs out of time.
Outlander meets Black Mirror in this sizzling dark Historical Romantasy with time travel, forbidden love, found family, a morally grey knight, and a fierce heroine—both hiding secret identities, deceiving each other in a game of survival and passion.
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542 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 14, 2025
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Eliza Hampstead
7 books104 followersAward-winning author Eliza Hampstead, a scientist by training, lives with her family in the UK. When she's not writing, she spends her time as a geek. Playing all sorts of games (board games, video games, RPGs) and being a big fan of medieval history are only a few of the many hobbies she has. Passionate about fantasy, she’s always planning her next adventure.
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April 20, 2025
Do yourself a favor: skip the blurb. Seriously. Going in blind is the best way to experience this genre-blending wild ride. What starts off feeling like a historical fiction setup quickly unravels into something so much more: a slow-building sense of unease that kept me completely glued to the page. This is one of those books that messes with your expectations in the best way.
Sophia is phenomenal. I adored her resilience, her strength, her quiet unraveling as she tries to make sense of a world that shouldn’t be real. She’s one of those heroines who immediately earns your loyalty, and her journey through this brutal 15th-century landscape is intense.
Now, all that said… the romance did NOT work for me. I know it’s pitched as dark romance, and maybe that’s the intention, but it veers into territory I’m just not comfortable with—manipulation, secrecy, and a severe lack of consent due to withholding information. I get what it was going for, but it didn’t land. If this had leaned into being a historical thriller with sci-fi edges, I’d have been all in. But as a romance? Total miss for me.
So—fascinating premise, compelling main character, a twist that genuinely shocked me, and a story I couldn’t put down. But if you’re sensitive to certain romantic dynamics, this might not be it. Hampstead is clearly talented.
Thanks so much to the author and R&R Book Tours for the complimentary copy. This review is voluntary and all opinions are my own.
TW: rape, sexual assault, gaslighting, mention of child SA, consent issues
Sophia is phenomenal. I adored her resilience, her strength, her quiet unraveling as she tries to make sense of a world that shouldn’t be real. She’s one of those heroines who immediately earns your loyalty, and her journey through this brutal 15th-century landscape is intense.
Now, all that said… the romance did NOT work for me. I know it’s pitched as dark romance, and maybe that’s the intention, but it veers into territory I’m just not comfortable with—manipulation, secrecy, and a severe lack of consent due to withholding information. I get what it was going for, but it didn’t land. If this had leaned into being a historical thriller with sci-fi edges, I’d have been all in. But as a romance? Total miss for me.
So—fascinating premise, compelling main character, a twist that genuinely shocked me, and a story I couldn’t put down. But if you’re sensitive to certain romantic dynamics, this might not be it. Hampstead is clearly talented.
Thanks so much to the author and R&R Book Tours for the complimentary copy. This review is voluntary and all opinions are my own.
TW: rape, sexual assault, gaslighting, mention of child SA, consent issues
April 19, 2025
Swords of Time #1 - A Code of Knights and Deception by Eliza Hampstead
This book offers a refreshing twist on the typical time travel narrative, leaving me with mixed feelings. I was captivated by the opening chapters; however, a startling plot twist near the end caused my interest to waver. Although this is just the first book in the series, and the story is set to continue in the next book, I find myself hesitant about diving into the sequel. Can you truly experience both admiration and disappointment for a single book? If I had taken the time to carefully read the blurb, I might have gained a richer understanding of what lay ahead and fully appreciated the prologue for what it was offering.
When Sophia awakens in the tumultuous landscape of 15th-century England, she anticipates struggle and strife—but the harsh realities of this unforgiving world far exceed her expectations.
The author’s imagination shines through in the richly crafted narrative, filled with a diverse cast of characters and intricate, interwoven storylines that bring this brutal era to life.
This book offers a refreshing twist on the typical time travel narrative, leaving me with mixed feelings. I was captivated by the opening chapters; however, a startling plot twist near the end caused my interest to waver. Although this is just the first book in the series, and the story is set to continue in the next book, I find myself hesitant about diving into the sequel. Can you truly experience both admiration and disappointment for a single book? If I had taken the time to carefully read the blurb, I might have gained a richer understanding of what lay ahead and fully appreciated the prologue for what it was offering.
When Sophia awakens in the tumultuous landscape of 15th-century England, she anticipates struggle and strife—but the harsh realities of this unforgiving world far exceed her expectations.
The author’s imagination shines through in the richly crafted narrative, filled with a diverse cast of characters and intricate, interwoven storylines that bring this brutal era to life.
April 17, 2025
If you love a mix of time travel, medieval drama, and slow-burn romance, this might be your next favorite read! Sophia is a strong, relatable main female character, and Henry brings that classic broody knight energy. The time-travel twist keeps things fresh, mixing modern smarts with old-world grit. Overall, it's a gripping historical romantasy that balances action, romance, and drama. And yes, it ends on a cliffhanger, so be ready! Thank you Rockstar Book Tours and Eliza Hampstead for sharing this book with me!
May 14, 2025
a brilliant read
I absolutely loved reading this book and was not expecting the plot twist.
I love the main fmc and the main mmc they both were brilliant characters and I really enjoyed reading all they got up to, I especially loved Sophie and felt really strongly for her and was really routing for her and felt so strongly for her to be strong in her self that I couldn’t stop reading to see what happened next. 5 star read and the smut was 5 stars too.
I absolutely loved reading this book and was not expecting the plot twist.
I love the main fmc and the main mmc they both were brilliant characters and I really enjoyed reading all they got up to, I especially loved Sophie and felt really strongly for her and was really routing for her and felt so strongly for her to be strong in her self that I couldn’t stop reading to see what happened next. 5 star read and the smut was 5 stars too.
April 17, 2025
Sophia is visiting England when she wakes up to find that she’s been transported back to the 15th century! She tries to find a way back home to the present, but also must maintain her cover story and persona to fit in to the time period (which is honestly something I don’t think I could do lol!) However, along the way she finds herself falling for one of the king’s knights - Henry. But as the blurb says - Henry is definitely not who he claims to be.
This book is so hard to really review without giving anything away LOL. The first half is all from Sophia’s POV and we get to read about her trying to fit into a society that treats women as property and baby makers. Then, half way through, another POV is introduced - the man who she knows as Henry! For me, this was when things really kicked it up a gear.
Things get so twisted and wild from that point on. There is a cliffhanger ending and while I have a few reservations about this book, I am interested in finding out what will happen for Sophia and Ethan.
Most importantly - please be aware that there is graphic violence, and graphic violence against women especially, near the end of this. It was honestly a bit shocking. I read an ARC so I don’t know if final copies list content/trigger warnings. I’m happy to discuss more in DMs if you need more info!
Finally, I am discussing a few things I am....unsettled with, behind this spoiler cut.
I received a review copy for a bookstagram tour.
This book is so hard to really review without giving anything away LOL. The first half is all from Sophia’s POV and we get to read about her trying to fit into a society that treats women as property and baby makers. Then, half way through, another POV is introduced - the man who she knows as Henry! For me, this was when things really kicked it up a gear.
Things get so twisted and wild from that point on. There is a cliffhanger ending and while I have a few reservations about this book, I am interested in finding out what will happen for Sophia and Ethan.
Most importantly - please be aware that there is graphic violence, and graphic violence against women especially, near the end of this. It was honestly a bit shocking. I read an ARC so I don’t know if final copies list content/trigger warnings. I’m happy to discuss more in DMs if you need more info!
Finally, I am discussing a few things I am....unsettled with, behind this spoiler cut.
I received a review copy for a bookstagram tour.
April 7, 2025
Thank you to #NetGalley for allowing me to read and honestly review this ARC. I give this novel a 3.5/5 ⭐️.
"On this solemn day, the 8th of April in the year of our Lord 1401, my father, Thomas de Beauchamp, 12th Earl of Warwick, has left this world." He swallowed hard, struggling to compose himself….. "Kneel and give homage to Richard de Beauchamp,
13th Earl of Warwick.”
This time slip novel takes us on a very detailed tour of Warwick Castle in the Medieval Ages. We explore the time period through “Lady Sophia”’s point of view. The author does a phenomenal job of exposing the grim realities of hunger and punishment as well as the monotonous routines in very explicit detail. Her prose is very good, and the language is spot on, and the dialogue between the characters is pretty good tbh.
Our main female character is Sophia a young married German mom in her early 30’s in present day. We learn through further reading that she has a PhD in Biochemistry and studied at a university in England and doesn’t have a great relationship with her husband of 8 years. She takes a tour of the grounds of Warwick Castle by herself after her husband refuses to accompany her while on vacation. While exploring the grounds she is assaulted and knocked out by two men in disguise.
When she wakes up she finds she is transported through time, in the room is her sweet attendent, Polly. She goes into a tangent of her inner monologue overexplaining that she can’t let anyone know she’s from the future, and trying to figure out if what she is experiencing is an “act or a play”. After she is assaulted again by a peasant and witnesses his murder after trial she realizes this is indeed her new reality.
The book does very well at captivating your attention in the first 25% and I was very interested. However, after a while it starts lagging and nothing really happens. It’s like we’re just watching someone going through the motions of living life with the original little intrigue with her new love interest Sir Henry Raville. His “azure eyes” got a little annoying to read about and he came off a little bit like an ass. We also explore her friendship with Lizzie, and some other characters that were not that enthralling to be honest.
This book mentions women being unable to think for themselves making bad decisions, infidelity, violence and some other tough subjects. Overall it was entertaining, but it did lag in some spots and I started losing attention and interest. The twists and action took a little long to develop and I wish there had been a little more sprinkled throughout.
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"On this solemn day, the 8th of April in the year of our Lord 1401, my father, Thomas de Beauchamp, 12th Earl of Warwick, has left this world." He swallowed hard, struggling to compose himself….. "Kneel and give homage to Richard de Beauchamp,
13th Earl of Warwick.”
This time slip novel takes us on a very detailed tour of Warwick Castle in the Medieval Ages. We explore the time period through “Lady Sophia”’s point of view. The author does a phenomenal job of exposing the grim realities of hunger and punishment as well as the monotonous routines in very explicit detail. Her prose is very good, and the language is spot on, and the dialogue between the characters is pretty good tbh.
Our main female character is Sophia a young married German mom in her early 30’s in present day. We learn through further reading that she has a PhD in Biochemistry and studied at a university in England and doesn’t have a great relationship with her husband of 8 years. She takes a tour of the grounds of Warwick Castle by herself after her husband refuses to accompany her while on vacation. While exploring the grounds she is assaulted and knocked out by two men in disguise.
When she wakes up she finds she is transported through time, in the room is her sweet attendent, Polly. She goes into a tangent of her inner monologue overexplaining that she can’t let anyone know she’s from the future, and trying to figure out if what she is experiencing is an “act or a play”. After she is assaulted again by a peasant and witnesses his murder after trial she realizes this is indeed her new reality.
The book does very well at captivating your attention in the first 25% and I was very interested. However, after a while it starts lagging and nothing really happens. It’s like we’re just watching someone going through the motions of living life with the original little intrigue with her new love interest Sir Henry Raville. His “azure eyes” got a little annoying to read about and he came off a little bit like an ass. We also explore her friendship with Lizzie, and some other characters that were not that enthralling to be honest.
This book mentions women being unable to think for themselves making bad decisions, infidelity, violence and some other tough subjects. Overall it was entertaining, but it did lag in some spots and I started losing attention and interest. The twists and action took a little long to develop and I wish there had been a little more sprinkled throughout.
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May 5, 2025
Eliza Hampstead’s A Code of Knights and Deception blends time-slip historical fiction with a tense psychological journey, following Sophia, a disillusioned stay-at-home mother, as she is unexpectedly thrust into a medieval world after a visit to Warwick Castle. What begins as a simple solo trip soon turns into a bizarre and haunting experience where reality blurs, complete with knights, castles, and a creeping sense that something is terribly off. Her struggle to reconcile what’s happening with her rational mind propels a tense narrative that shifts between mystery, survival, and self-discovery.
The writing really grabbed me. Hampstead has this uncanny knack for showing claustrophobia and vulnerability without overexplaining. Sophia’s internal monologue is raw, honest, often sarcastic, and sometimes heartbreaking. I felt her fear, her desperation. That choking scene in the peasant’s hut was absolutely harrowing. The author doesn’t pull punches when describing the violence or emotional exhaustion Sophia endures. At the same time, the prose can be beautiful, too. There are moments, especially in descriptions of the castle or Sophia’s fleeting hopes, that feel like small sighs in the middle of a storm. The whole book keeps you off-balance, and I couldn’t stop flipping pages, needing to know if she’d wake up from the nightmare, or if it was never a dream at all.
This book isn’t just a thriller dressed up in chainmail. It's a sharp look at what it means to feel powerless in your own life. Sophia's journey through the medieval setting reflects her internal crisis: a woman smothered by expectations, by an unhappy marriage, by invisibility. There’s a quiet rage beneath it all, and it builds beautifully. Her yearning for independence is so relatable, and that makes her trauma hit harder. The story also plays with genre expectations in clever ways. You’re never quite sure if this is a psychological break, time travel, or some elaborate trap. That ambiguity made it addictive and unsettling.
A Code of Knights and Deception left me breathless and unnerved but in the best way. I’d recommend this book to fans of Outlander who like their history with more grit and less romance, or anyone who appreciates a layered, emotional, psychological mystery with a medieval twist. If you're looking for a story that makes you feel disoriented, a little scared, and totally invested, then this one’s for you.
The writing really grabbed me. Hampstead has this uncanny knack for showing claustrophobia and vulnerability without overexplaining. Sophia’s internal monologue is raw, honest, often sarcastic, and sometimes heartbreaking. I felt her fear, her desperation. That choking scene in the peasant’s hut was absolutely harrowing. The author doesn’t pull punches when describing the violence or emotional exhaustion Sophia endures. At the same time, the prose can be beautiful, too. There are moments, especially in descriptions of the castle or Sophia’s fleeting hopes, that feel like small sighs in the middle of a storm. The whole book keeps you off-balance, and I couldn’t stop flipping pages, needing to know if she’d wake up from the nightmare, or if it was never a dream at all.
This book isn’t just a thriller dressed up in chainmail. It's a sharp look at what it means to feel powerless in your own life. Sophia's journey through the medieval setting reflects her internal crisis: a woman smothered by expectations, by an unhappy marriage, by invisibility. There’s a quiet rage beneath it all, and it builds beautifully. Her yearning for independence is so relatable, and that makes her trauma hit harder. The story also plays with genre expectations in clever ways. You’re never quite sure if this is a psychological break, time travel, or some elaborate trap. That ambiguity made it addictive and unsettling.
A Code of Knights and Deception left me breathless and unnerved but in the best way. I’d recommend this book to fans of Outlander who like their history with more grit and less romance, or anyone who appreciates a layered, emotional, psychological mystery with a medieval twist. If you're looking for a story that makes you feel disoriented, a little scared, and totally invested, then this one’s for you.
April 10, 2025
It's been a few days since I read A Code of Knights and Deception, and I'm still not honestly sure how I feel about it. Overall, I definitely want to read the second book, so I think that's an endorsement. And there were certainly elements that I found engaging and unique, not least the main premise of the book! However, there were quite a few threads which I found frustrating, though this may simply be because it's the first part of a duology and things will be tied up in the second book.
With this book, it's hard to say too much without giving away big spoilers. I would say that the comparisons to Outlander and Black Mirror are pretty accurate; there's some nasty dystopian stuff going on, as well as some time travel that results in the FMC landing at the beginning of the 15th century in the world of Warwick Castle.
There are a lot of historical inaccuracies, such as modern language used in 1401 or potatoes being served for dinner 200 years before they were discovered and brought back from Peru. These are relevant to the story, deliberate and acknowledged, but still make for challenging reading as it can be quite jarring until you realise it's part of the plot. I found the main relationship (for reasons I can't mention here in case of spoilers) kind of predatory and also a bit awkward. I'm fascinated to see how this develops in the second book, once it becomes much more real.
I did enjoy our FMC, Sophia, who doesn't allow herself to be cowed by what has happened. She retains her dignity and her strength, finds purpose in a new time and a new role, despite not having the skills to fit into society. I particularly enjoyed that she didn't follow the usual time travel trope of not wanting to alter the future. She desperately tried to help improve people's lives by giving them important information on things like health and cleanliness, for example, boiling water to kill germs. There's a whole scene where she is teaching children about things like the rain cycle and how clouds form, which is brilliant. I'm fairly certain in reality, she would've been burnt as a witch within weeks if not days! But she makes for a lively, intelligent protagonist.
The cliffhanger is a doozy, and while I felt a little mixed about the book overall, I am waiting with anticipation for the Swords of Time #2 to find out what happens next.
Thanks to NetGalley and Victory Editing Co-op for the ARC. This is my honest opinion.
With this book, it's hard to say too much without giving away big spoilers. I would say that the comparisons to Outlander and Black Mirror are pretty accurate; there's some nasty dystopian stuff going on, as well as some time travel that results in the FMC landing at the beginning of the 15th century in the world of Warwick Castle.
There are a lot of historical inaccuracies, such as modern language used in 1401 or potatoes being served for dinner 200 years before they were discovered and brought back from Peru. These are relevant to the story, deliberate and acknowledged, but still make for challenging reading as it can be quite jarring until you realise it's part of the plot. I found the main relationship (for reasons I can't mention here in case of spoilers) kind of predatory and also a bit awkward. I'm fascinated to see how this develops in the second book, once it becomes much more real.
I did enjoy our FMC, Sophia, who doesn't allow herself to be cowed by what has happened. She retains her dignity and her strength, finds purpose in a new time and a new role, despite not having the skills to fit into society. I particularly enjoyed that she didn't follow the usual time travel trope of not wanting to alter the future. She desperately tried to help improve people's lives by giving them important information on things like health and cleanliness, for example, boiling water to kill germs. There's a whole scene where she is teaching children about things like the rain cycle and how clouds form, which is brilliant. I'm fairly certain in reality, she would've been burnt as a witch within weeks if not days! But she makes for a lively, intelligent protagonist.
The cliffhanger is a doozy, and while I felt a little mixed about the book overall, I am waiting with anticipation for the Swords of Time #2 to find out what happens next.
Thanks to NetGalley and Victory Editing Co-op for the ARC. This is my honest opinion.
September 21, 2025
Book Review: A Code of Knights and Deception
So, how to write a review of this amazing book by author Eliza Hampstead without giving the plot away? First let me tell you that I absolutely loved this story. The FMC, Sophia, is a German woman on vacation in England with her husband and son. While on a visit alone to Warwick Castle, she is brutally attacked. When she wakes up, she finds herself in bed, in a strange linen gown and, best or worst of all, in the year 1401.
The Earl of Warwick and his retinue believe that Sophia is a young German woman, who traveling in England when her party was brutally attacked. She was found nearby, the only survivor. Sophia must convince them that she is who they claim she is.
As Sophia comes to terms with living in the past, the brutality of the world she now inhabits horrifies her. Executions are swift, the poor are desperate, women are inferior, and childbirth is a game of Russian Roulette and rape is a constant threat. But even as she settles into her new life, she searches for a way home.
The one bright spot in this new life is Henry, a soldier in the service of Richard Beauchamp, the 13th Earl of Warwick. His azure blue eyes draw her in, as does his honed physique, and his raw sexuality. Ladies, you know what comes next.
But Henry has a secret, a big, big secret that he cannot share with Sophia. But unfortunately, I can’t share it with you either as it would spoil the craziest plot twist I’ve read in quite some time.
If you love a great time travel story with lots of twists and surprises, you’ll love this book. Well-written with lots of historical details, it’s a gritty trip into the past. The romance is pretty spicy but the best part is the characters who you’ll find yourself cheering on.
Five Stars for me! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Warning: the 15th century was a violent time, and the author does a good job of portraying it.
So, how to write a review of this amazing book by author Eliza Hampstead without giving the plot away? First let me tell you that I absolutely loved this story. The FMC, Sophia, is a German woman on vacation in England with her husband and son. While on a visit alone to Warwick Castle, she is brutally attacked. When she wakes up, she finds herself in bed, in a strange linen gown and, best or worst of all, in the year 1401.
The Earl of Warwick and his retinue believe that Sophia is a young German woman, who traveling in England when her party was brutally attacked. She was found nearby, the only survivor. Sophia must convince them that she is who they claim she is.
As Sophia comes to terms with living in the past, the brutality of the world she now inhabits horrifies her. Executions are swift, the poor are desperate, women are inferior, and childbirth is a game of Russian Roulette and rape is a constant threat. But even as she settles into her new life, she searches for a way home.
The one bright spot in this new life is Henry, a soldier in the service of Richard Beauchamp, the 13th Earl of Warwick. His azure blue eyes draw her in, as does his honed physique, and his raw sexuality. Ladies, you know what comes next.
But Henry has a secret, a big, big secret that he cannot share with Sophia. But unfortunately, I can’t share it with you either as it would spoil the craziest plot twist I’ve read in quite some time.
If you love a great time travel story with lots of twists and surprises, you’ll love this book. Well-written with lots of historical details, it’s a gritty trip into the past. The romance is pretty spicy but the best part is the characters who you’ll find yourself cheering on.
Five Stars for me! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Warning: the 15th century was a violent time, and the author does a good job of portraying it.
April 13, 2025
While admiring Warwick Castle, German tourist Sophia, finds herself inexplicably transported to the Middle Ages. At first, she believes it’s an elaborate adventure performed by the tour guides of this historic castle in England, but the hanging of a peasant, realistic and definitely deadly, brings her to the conclusion she has time travelled.
Finding her way home seems impossible, so she initially settles in to find her own place in this new and very foreign world, with new friends to make and a gorgeous knight to stop herself from falling for if she wants to keep her wedding vows to Steffan, her husband, who is over six hundred years away in the future.
It’s a beautiful and colourful world Hampstead portrays, bringing us right into the Middle Ages with all its customs—some of them barbaric—and culture, which Sophia must learn if she wants to retain her secure place under her benefactor, Richard de Beauchamp.
But all is not what it seems, and the plot twist left me gaping. Truly unique and brilliant.
The fight scenes were great, showing Hampstead’s personal knowledge of HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts) and sword skills. The characters were believable and endearing, especially the hunky Henry, but I must admit the sex scenes were too spicy for me. The story also contains some graphic violence and abuse scenes.
If you enjoy time travel romances—although it’s much more than this—with a forbidden love, a gutsy, brave heroine and a handsome knight—literally—then you’ll love A Code of Knights and Deception the first instalment in Swords of Time.
I received an ARC copy of A Code of Knights and Deception to read and review.
Finding her way home seems impossible, so she initially settles in to find her own place in this new and very foreign world, with new friends to make and a gorgeous knight to stop herself from falling for if she wants to keep her wedding vows to Steffan, her husband, who is over six hundred years away in the future.
It’s a beautiful and colourful world Hampstead portrays, bringing us right into the Middle Ages with all its customs—some of them barbaric—and culture, which Sophia must learn if she wants to retain her secure place under her benefactor, Richard de Beauchamp.
But all is not what it seems, and the plot twist left me gaping. Truly unique and brilliant.
The fight scenes were great, showing Hampstead’s personal knowledge of HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts) and sword skills. The characters were believable and endearing, especially the hunky Henry, but I must admit the sex scenes were too spicy for me. The story also contains some graphic violence and abuse scenes.
If you enjoy time travel romances—although it’s much more than this—with a forbidden love, a gutsy, brave heroine and a handsome knight—literally—then you’ll love A Code of Knights and Deception the first instalment in Swords of Time.
I received an ARC copy of A Code of Knights and Deception to read and review.
May 1, 2025
🛡️Time travel? Forbidden love? Secret identities? Ohhh, this one had me HOOKED. From chapter one. And that cliffhanger?? RUDE.😩
📖 A Code of Knights and Deception by Eliza Hampstead is Outlander meets Black Mirror and I’m not exaggerating—this book took my brain, spun it around, and then drop-kicked my heart.
In a castle courtyard. With swords drawn.😭
Sophia wakes up in 15th-century England (yeah...not ideal), and suddenly she’s got to survive a brutal world, dodge suspicion, and try not to fall for the ridiculously hot knight training her in combat. Spoiler: she fails. (And honestly, same. Henry?? Ethan?? IDK who you are anymore but I AM INTO IT.)
But the secrets.
The deception.
The tension.
The way he says:
“I swear upon the stars, Sophia, there is none for me but you.” I audibly gasped. Like yes sir, lie to me more.
🧠 And then...THEN...the plot twist. No spoilers, but just know: it’s not just swords and slow-burn romance. There’s a dark, sci-fi twist that had me questioning everything. Is it real? Is it VR? Is her HUSBAND behind this? (I have theories. And side-eye.)
⚠️ TW: This story includes graphic violence and SA (including non-consensual VR scenarios). Please check in with yourself before reading. ❤️
If you’re into:
🕰Time travel ✨Historical romantasy 🗡Morally grey knights with secrets 🔥Women breaking ALL the rules 🤯Plot twists that hurt so good
Then grab this book and prepare to SCREAM at the last page with me. (Book 2, I am BEGGING you to fix this mess!! 😭👑)
📖 A Code of Knights and Deception by Eliza Hampstead is Outlander meets Black Mirror and I’m not exaggerating—this book took my brain, spun it around, and then drop-kicked my heart.
In a castle courtyard. With swords drawn.😭
Sophia wakes up in 15th-century England (yeah...not ideal), and suddenly she’s got to survive a brutal world, dodge suspicion, and try not to fall for the ridiculously hot knight training her in combat. Spoiler: she fails. (And honestly, same. Henry?? Ethan?? IDK who you are anymore but I AM INTO IT.)
But the secrets.
The deception.
The tension.
The way he says:
“I swear upon the stars, Sophia, there is none for me but you.” I audibly gasped. Like yes sir, lie to me more.
🧠 And then...THEN...the plot twist. No spoilers, but just know: it’s not just swords and slow-burn romance. There’s a dark, sci-fi twist that had me questioning everything. Is it real? Is it VR? Is her HUSBAND behind this? (I have theories. And side-eye.)
⚠️ TW: This story includes graphic violence and SA (including non-consensual VR scenarios). Please check in with yourself before reading. ❤️
If you’re into:
🕰Time travel ✨Historical romantasy 🗡Morally grey knights with secrets 🔥Women breaking ALL the rules 🤯Plot twists that hurt so good
Then grab this book and prepare to SCREAM at the last page with me. (Book 2, I am BEGGING you to fix this mess!! 😭👑)
April 18, 2025
A Code of Knights and Deception was such an enjoyable and unique read. The description calling it Outlander meets Black Mirror really caught my attention—and honestly, it delivered. I’m a big fan of the medieval era, so being immersed in that setting alongside Sophia, the FMC, made the journey even more enjoyable. I loved experiencing the culture, the customs, and the tension of her world right along with her.
The Black Mirror comparison definitely makes sense, but it’s hard to explain without giving away major spoilers. There are some reveals and elements that are so unexpected and intriguing. It gave the story an edge that kept me thinking long after I finished, just like every Black Mirror episode does. Let’s just say it’s not your typical romantasy, and that’s what made it stand out!
As for the romance? The steamy scenes do not disappoint. Just like the author’s other books, the chemistry is on point and woven in naturally with the characters’ growth. There’s tension, emotional depth, and plenty of heat.
If you’re into dark historical romantasy, time travel, forbidden love, found family, a fierce heroine, a morally grey knight, and secret identities—this one should be high on your TBR. That cliffhanger at the end has me anticipating book two. I have to know what happens next!
Thank you to the author and R&R Book Tours for the physical arc!! 🥰🫶🏼
The Black Mirror comparison definitely makes sense, but it’s hard to explain without giving away major spoilers. There are some reveals and elements that are so unexpected and intriguing. It gave the story an edge that kept me thinking long after I finished, just like every Black Mirror episode does. Let’s just say it’s not your typical romantasy, and that’s what made it stand out!
As for the romance? The steamy scenes do not disappoint. Just like the author’s other books, the chemistry is on point and woven in naturally with the characters’ growth. There’s tension, emotional depth, and plenty of heat.
If you’re into dark historical romantasy, time travel, forbidden love, found family, a fierce heroine, a morally grey knight, and secret identities—this one should be high on your TBR. That cliffhanger at the end has me anticipating book two. I have to know what happens next!
Thank you to the author and R&R Book Tours for the physical arc!! 🥰🫶🏼
April 10, 2025
3.75 ⭐
The blurb on the back of the book drew me in and "Outlander meets Black Mirror in this sizzling dark time travel romance" was pretty accurate.
With that being said, I almost feel like I should rate the first half of this book separately from the last half. The first half of the book dragged for me. I was dreading picking it up, taking me 5 days to get through it when I typically finish books in a day or two. I was considering DNF-ing. The story was slow, repetitive and mostly character driven. I was just following along day-to-day life waiting for something to happen, there wasn't much action or plot. I get set up is necessary but there can only be so many scenes about washing yourself, needlepoint and eating before you check out.
Then the plot twist happened. From then on, I was super engaged in the story and finished it in hours. There were intense battle scenes, spicy romance and other plot details I can't mention, or I will spoil the book. The characters were easy to be invested in, and care about the outcomes they may have. The book ended on a huge cliffhanger.
I will pick up the next book, just to see how the story continues. Thanks to NetGalley and Victory Editing Co-op for the eARC!
The blurb on the back of the book drew me in and "Outlander meets Black Mirror in this sizzling dark time travel romance" was pretty accurate.
With that being said, I almost feel like I should rate the first half of this book separately from the last half. The first half of the book dragged for me. I was dreading picking it up, taking me 5 days to get through it when I typically finish books in a day or two. I was considering DNF-ing. The story was slow, repetitive and mostly character driven. I was just following along day-to-day life waiting for something to happen, there wasn't much action or plot. I get set up is necessary but there can only be so many scenes about washing yourself, needlepoint and eating before you check out.
Then the plot twist happened. From then on, I was super engaged in the story and finished it in hours. There were intense battle scenes, spicy romance and other plot details I can't mention, or I will spoil the book. The characters were easy to be invested in, and care about the outcomes they may have. The book ended on a huge cliffhanger.
I will pick up the next book, just to see how the story continues. Thanks to NetGalley and Victory Editing Co-op for the eARC!
April 18, 2025
3.5 stars. 3 on the spice scale.
I was so excited to revisit this book, having read an earlier beta version when it was a hefty 900 pages. The author made significant cuts since then, and I think she made some great choices! It’s clear Eliza Hampstead poured so much research and passion into this book, and the concept is fascinating.
Sophia’s journey starts with a family holiday to Warwick Castle, where she’s seemingly transported back to the 1400s, immersing herself in the life of a noblewoman. Along the way, we get swordfighting, courtly intrigue, and the slow-burn connection between Sophia and Henry, which really stood out as a highlight for me.
Of course, there's much more to this story than first meets the eye and while clues are left for us to follow, we don't really know what's going on for quite some time.
While the plot had some inconsistencies and left questions unanswered, it's clear there is more to be revealed in book 2. Because yes, this is book 1 of a duet and the second book isn't available just yet. I’m hopeful that book two will delve deeper into the story and resolve some of these loose ends. And, of course, give us the HEA that Sophia and Henry deserve.
What I will say is, that this book does contain some very dark content, so check the trigger warnings before you dive in!
I was so excited to revisit this book, having read an earlier beta version when it was a hefty 900 pages. The author made significant cuts since then, and I think she made some great choices! It’s clear Eliza Hampstead poured so much research and passion into this book, and the concept is fascinating.
Sophia’s journey starts with a family holiday to Warwick Castle, where she’s seemingly transported back to the 1400s, immersing herself in the life of a noblewoman. Along the way, we get swordfighting, courtly intrigue, and the slow-burn connection between Sophia and Henry, which really stood out as a highlight for me.
Of course, there's much more to this story than first meets the eye and while clues are left for us to follow, we don't really know what's going on for quite some time.
While the plot had some inconsistencies and left questions unanswered, it's clear there is more to be revealed in book 2. Because yes, this is book 1 of a duet and the second book isn't available just yet. I’m hopeful that book two will delve deeper into the story and resolve some of these loose ends. And, of course, give us the HEA that Sophia and Henry deserve.
What I will say is, that this book does contain some very dark content, so check the trigger warnings before you dive in!
April 18, 2025
A Code of Knights and Deception is a fantasy book written by Eliza Hampstead. This is the first book in the Swords of Time book by the author. The FMC is named Sophia and she lives in modern day times, she attends an exhibit at Warwick Castle in England without her husband Steffen for once as she is trying to get out for herself without her husband or child. Sophia is followed by two men and then everything goes black. Sophia awakens in 15th century England at Warwick Castle getting ready to meet the Earl of Warwick.
What follows afterward is an interesting read about time travel, or is it? The author takes the reader on a journey of Sophia who is struggling to fit into 15th century England. She misses her husband and child, who she was with before she woke up in England at Warwick Castle. And Henry/Ethan has become her source of constant attention and desire. I love their interactions in the book, the author knows how to write an engaging romance and also a good steamy intimate scene between main characters. The story is so interesting and a mix of a historical romance and the matrix, all rolled into one book!
I am so grateful that the ending was they way it happened with Sophia. I can not wait to see what happens in the next book with Sophia and Henry/Ethan!
What follows afterward is an interesting read about time travel, or is it? The author takes the reader on a journey of Sophia who is struggling to fit into 15th century England. She misses her husband and child, who she was with before she woke up in England at Warwick Castle. And Henry/Ethan has become her source of constant attention and desire. I love their interactions in the book, the author knows how to write an engaging romance and also a good steamy intimate scene between main characters. The story is so interesting and a mix of a historical romance and the matrix, all rolled into one book!
I am so grateful that the ending was they way it happened with Sophia. I can not wait to see what happens in the next book with Sophia and Henry/Ethan!
April 29, 2025
Thank you to NetGalley and the author for the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.
A historical romance with a twist I didn’t expect
Our leading character Sophia finds herself in 1401 during a trip in the U.K. But it’s not all as it seems. We follow her journey to adjust to medieval living whilst trying to find her way back to her home life.
I found the first half of the book slow, I’m a big lover of historical romances but I just wasn’t feeling the pull on this one. There was a definite connection between the two characters but at some points the story felt disjointed.
It wasn’t until later in the book where the author really started to immerse us in the reality Sophia was now facing, and the connection to her character grew for me.
I became gripped with the action and wanting to know more.
Although what drew me to this read was the mention of “Outlander” which I loved, I would say for readers to be more open to a modern day take.
If you are a historical romance fan but looking for a bit of a sci fi twist this could be for you.
Trigger warnings - contains scenes of sexual abuse
The tea ☕️
📖 - historical romance
🥸 - hidden identities
👾 - science fiction
⚔️ - Knight MC
🚫 - forbidden romance
💔 - sexual abuse and violence
🌶️ - 3/5
A historical romance with a twist I didn’t expect
Our leading character Sophia finds herself in 1401 during a trip in the U.K. But it’s not all as it seems. We follow her journey to adjust to medieval living whilst trying to find her way back to her home life.
I found the first half of the book slow, I’m a big lover of historical romances but I just wasn’t feeling the pull on this one. There was a definite connection between the two characters but at some points the story felt disjointed.
It wasn’t until later in the book where the author really started to immerse us in the reality Sophia was now facing, and the connection to her character grew for me.
I became gripped with the action and wanting to know more.
Although what drew me to this read was the mention of “Outlander” which I loved, I would say for readers to be more open to a modern day take.
If you are a historical romance fan but looking for a bit of a sci fi twist this could be for you.
Trigger warnings - contains scenes of sexual abuse
The tea ☕️
📖 - historical romance
🥸 - hidden identities
👾 - science fiction
⚔️ - Knight MC
🚫 - forbidden romance
💔 - sexual abuse and violence
🌶️ - 3/5
April 11, 2025
The book blurb drew me to this story, and as a fan of this author I was even more intrigued by the premise that it is quite different from her other books. That being said, I will admit that for me, the beginning of this book was a little slow, but once I reached the halfway point it was nearly impossible to put this book down. I absolutely adored Sophia, a woman from the 21st century who wakes up in the 15th century, in an English castle, and is determined to find a way back to her own time no matter the cost. This is the first of a duology and ends in one heck of a cliffhanger, but I am already looking forward to the next book. There is a lot of exciting action, steamy interactions between the FMC and the MMC, unexpected and sometimes surprising twists in the plot, but there are also some very intense and very graphic descriptions of sexual abuse and other instances of brutality so this book may not be for all readers. Overall, I loved this book, so I recommend it to other readers.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary ARC of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary ARC of this book.
April 16, 2025
A Code of Knights and Deception
A whirlwind story that swept me into a new world. This was intriguing and different from any kind of time travel fantasy I’ve ever read. I absolutely loved the twists and originality of blending multiple genres.
Sophia was a resilient character. I enjoyed how steady and fierce she was. She didn’t bow to her circumstance she found a way to adapt and survive.
Henry was a protector and I liked how in the end he sought to do the right thing.
Overall I enjoyed the story but there were some things that had me cringing. There was a lot of morally grey and black in here and there’s lot of triggers in here so be sure to check the list before you read.
Tropes I noted in here were; historical fantasy, time travel, unique twists, fish out of water, determined fierce FMC, protective knight MMC, love triangleish, forbidden romance elements, Mulan vibes, secrets, morally black characters, blurred lines between right and wrong and reality and fantasy, thriller, he trains her, who did this to you?, and so much more!
A whirlwind story that swept me into a new world. This was intriguing and different from any kind of time travel fantasy I’ve ever read. I absolutely loved the twists and originality of blending multiple genres.
Sophia was a resilient character. I enjoyed how steady and fierce she was. She didn’t bow to her circumstance she found a way to adapt and survive.
Henry was a protector and I liked how in the end he sought to do the right thing.
Overall I enjoyed the story but there were some things that had me cringing. There was a lot of morally grey and black in here and there’s lot of triggers in here so be sure to check the list before you read.
Tropes I noted in here were; historical fantasy, time travel, unique twists, fish out of water, determined fierce FMC, protective knight MMC, love triangleish, forbidden romance elements, Mulan vibes, secrets, morally black characters, blurred lines between right and wrong and reality and fantasy, thriller, he trains her, who did this to you?, and so much more!
May 26, 2025
The Matrix Reimagined.
I was a bit disoriented by for the first 1/3 of the novel. There were just so many deliberately missing details that it was hard to understand what was happening – which I really don’t like in a story. As more information was revealed, the underlying plot became more dark, threatening and even sadistic. The idea of using a VR matrix in such a way as suggested is really unsettling. I did enjoy watching Sophia and Henry/(Ethan) as their interactions and relationship evolved in this setting. However, I found the actual and persistent threats to safety and psychologically scarring bodily harm particularly for the female characters were always looming at the back of my mind. Despite some very unsettling revelations, I am curious to see where the story goes next. For other readers, be forewarned, as there are many very traumatic events suggested, planned, implied and actually acted on within this first novel.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I was a bit disoriented by for the first 1/3 of the novel. There were just so many deliberately missing details that it was hard to understand what was happening – which I really don’t like in a story. As more information was revealed, the underlying plot became more dark, threatening and even sadistic. The idea of using a VR matrix in such a way as suggested is really unsettling. I did enjoy watching Sophia and Henry/(Ethan) as their interactions and relationship evolved in this setting. However, I found the actual and persistent threats to safety and psychologically scarring bodily harm particularly for the female characters were always looming at the back of my mind. Despite some very unsettling revelations, I am curious to see where the story goes next. For other readers, be forewarned, as there are many very traumatic events suggested, planned, implied and actually acted on within this first novel.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
April 19, 2025
⚔️ Review
I love a good dark historical romantasy. A time travel one at that. Eliza did amazing with A Code of Knights and Deception.
This was a thick book but it was oh so good. I loved the design around each chapter. I enjoyed Sophia’s character. I loved how the whole story wasn’t predictable. I love how well the story went together. I love when there’s more than one point of view in a story. I loved reading it from Sophia and Ethan’s views. I loved the outlander reference to this book. I can definitely see Sophia and Ethan’s story through a movie or show. There was just the right amount of steamy scenes. The CLIFFHANGER! I cannot wait for more!
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I love a good dark historical romantasy. A time travel one at that. Eliza did amazing with A Code of Knights and Deception.
This was a thick book but it was oh so good. I loved the design around each chapter. I enjoyed Sophia’s character. I loved how the whole story wasn’t predictable. I love how well the story went together. I love when there’s more than one point of view in a story. I loved reading it from Sophia and Ethan’s views. I loved the outlander reference to this book. I can definitely see Sophia and Ethan’s story through a movie or show. There was just the right amount of steamy scenes. The CLIFFHANGER! I cannot wait for more!
IG: @authorelizahampstead @rrbooktours
Tags:
#rrbooktours #rrbtACodeofKnightsandDeception#darkromantasy #romantasybooks #medievalromance #forbiddenlove #timetravelromance #historicalromance#booktour
April 6, 2025
I absolutely loved this book from the very first page! The twist was mind-blowing—I never saw it coming! The writing is exceptional and completely hooked me in. The chemistry between the characters is palpable, and the world-building is nothing short of fantastic.
I found myself holding my breath during the intense battle scenes, fully immersed in the action. Sophia's struggles resonated with me deeply; I felt every emotion she experienced. And let's not forget Ethan—he's the book boyfriend everyone dreams of having!
This book had me laughing, crying, and biting my nails. I can't wait for the next instalment!
I found myself holding my breath during the intense battle scenes, fully immersed in the action. Sophia's struggles resonated with me deeply; I felt every emotion she experienced. And let's not forget Ethan—he's the book boyfriend everyone dreams of having!
This book had me laughing, crying, and biting my nails. I can't wait for the next instalment!
April 7, 2025
This book was a departure of my normal HR genre. I loved the info of Warwick castle having been there a few times. The descriptions of the tents for visitors made me smile as we stayed in one after lockdown! But I digress.
The book itself for me took a while to get going but I am glad I stayed with it. As soon as we get the dual point of view it gets interesting! Lots of tough themes are tackled throughout the book. I did feel it lagged in parts( maybe too much inner monologue ) but the second half was much more intriguing.
I have the utmost respect for anyone who is able to write! So kudos for putting yourself out there.
Don’t be too long with the next one I have to know how it ends!!
The book itself for me took a while to get going but I am glad I stayed with it. As soon as we get the dual point of view it gets interesting! Lots of tough themes are tackled throughout the book. I did feel it lagged in parts( maybe too much inner monologue ) but the second half was much more intriguing.
I have the utmost respect for anyone who is able to write! So kudos for putting yourself out there.
Don’t be too long with the next one I have to know how it ends!!
April 22, 2025
Outlander crossed with Black Mirror is the best way I’ve seen this story described.
Medieval historical fiction, time travel, and sci-fi create an interesting blend of stories that all come together.
Get ready to question morality. There are some very graphic and very dark topics covered in this book. Make sure to read trigger warnings. They should be posted in the book but aren’t. Go find them if you have any triggers as there are some very graphic scenes.
Overall I enjoyed the journey of this story and it kept me engaged. There was a point where I was thinking it was getting a bit slow but then a change in POV throws a huge twist into the plot.
I was gifted a copy of this book in return for an honest review.
Medieval historical fiction, time travel, and sci-fi create an interesting blend of stories that all come together.
Get ready to question morality. There are some very graphic and very dark topics covered in this book. Make sure to read trigger warnings. They should be posted in the book but aren’t. Go find them if you have any triggers as there are some very graphic scenes.
Overall I enjoyed the journey of this story and it kept me engaged. There was a point where I was thinking it was getting a bit slow but then a change in POV throws a huge twist into the plot.
I was gifted a copy of this book in return for an honest review.
April 23, 2025
Unfortunately this book just wasn’t for me. I was really intrigued by the blurb, but that is where my interest ended. 200 pages in and I still was not invested in a single character. And I swear if I have to read “azure eyes” one more time I’m going to throw something. Sophia had so many truly dumb thoughts for someone who was supposed to be fairly intelligent. It made it impossible for me to stay in the story. I think the moment that sealed it for me was when she got her period and asked someone for a tampon…in the year 1401… after pages and pages of her stressing how important it was for her to fit in and not let on to the fact that she was from the future. Girl, bye.
April 10, 2025
I really liked the beginning. Sadly after the plottwist i started losing intranet. Towards the end, i had to force myself to read it. It really felt like a slice of life book, i missed direction. At some point the husband and child was completely forgotten. Im not a mother myself(unless you count a cat), but the lack of interest about her son make it seems unbelievable or that she is a terrible mom. While i do enjoy spice in books, it seemed so random at certain points. This book is just not for me.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 23, 2025
This was a great book. It was a page turner and the suspense was so intense. I really enjoyed this story and I was on the verge of my seat. I couldn’t even put it down. There were many secrets surrounding these characters in this moment. Will the truth come out or will she be falling in love with him at this time. Danger was around the corner but the chaos was too wild and romance.
I definitely recommend this book and you won’t be disappointed.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Trina Jones
I definitely recommend this book and you won’t be disappointed.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Trina Jones
April 10, 2025
This book was quite long but well executed in its detail and plot. The characters, of which there were many, all believable and well rounded.
She was strong, vocal and the author did well in showing Sophies angst, trials and empowerment.
Henry was as we would expect a knight to be. A shining example of heroic, fearless and tender with his woman.
I enjoyed this tale.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
She was strong, vocal and the author did well in showing Sophies angst, trials and empowerment.
Henry was as we would expect a knight to be. A shining example of heroic, fearless and tender with his woman.
I enjoyed this tale.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
April 13, 2025
Fantasy time travel meets sci fi with extra spice. I love time travel romances and I was sold at knights, but beware it’s not all as it seems. The pacing was a bit slow and drawn out at parts and I did spend the first half of the book trying to pick up the main plot. It does throw you for a loop and picks up about half way and leaves on a cliff hanger. The spicy scenes were done very well and the twist was honestly very unexpected!
I received an ARC from #netgalley for my honest review
I received an ARC from #netgalley for my honest review
April 25, 2025
We get a glimpse of medieval life through the eyes of Sophia, who finds herself on an adventure or should I say a misadventure in medieval Europe. From the start, you know something isn’t right. It’s the 21st century, and Sophia is just visiting a medieval festival at a castle but this fair is way off. Before she realizes what’s happening, she’s swallowed up in a matrix that actually drops her into medieval Europe for real.
April 27, 2025
This story was a crazy ride. Historical setting with knights and all the danger and trouble that two people with secrets can find. It was fun to read and watch it all play out. Felt like I was there and rooting for Sophia to survive. Some great characters, some good and a few that are grey but made for a good story. A bit slow at times as build up the setting and characters but then things get really interesting. Enjoyed it all.
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