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Noble Line of de Nerra #3
The Falls of Erith
1305 A.D. Being descended from a great though disgraced family can be a greater curse than most. As a direct descendent of Simon de Montfort, Lady Gray de Montfort Serroux has lived her life with the axe of shame hanging over her head. Because of this, her marriage matches were limited and she wed a dishonorable man who widowed her when he was murdered in a gambling game.
Left with a young daughter to support, Gray and her daughter and her mother have been living in poverty. But now her daughter is approaching marriageable age and Gray's conniving, haughty mother plots to marry the girl to the first wealthy man who offers for her hand. Meanwhile, an army of mercenaries seeks shelter at Gray's crumbling castle. Their leader, Sir Braxton de Nerra, is a knight bannerette.
Not sworn to a single liege, he travels with his mercenaries and has accumulated a good deal of wealth fighting other people's battles. Taken with the beautiful Lady Gray even as the lady's mother tries to force the granddaughter upon him, Braxton finds himself drawn into the desperate life they lead at the Castle Erith. As Braxton and Gray fall in love, Gray's mother, the evil Constance, continues to wreak havoc, now aimed at the man who so desperately loves her daughter.
Join Braxton as he fights for his new home, his new family, and is finally forced into the ultimate act of self-sacrifice to save those he loves.
Left with a young daughter to support, Gray and her daughter and her mother have been living in poverty. But now her daughter is approaching marriageable age and Gray's conniving, haughty mother plots to marry the girl to the first wealthy man who offers for her hand. Meanwhile, an army of mercenaries seeks shelter at Gray's crumbling castle. Their leader, Sir Braxton de Nerra, is a knight bannerette.
Not sworn to a single liege, he travels with his mercenaries and has accumulated a good deal of wealth fighting other people's battles. Taken with the beautiful Lady Gray even as the lady's mother tries to force the granddaughter upon him, Braxton finds himself drawn into the desperate life they lead at the Castle Erith. As Braxton and Gray fall in love, Gray's mother, the evil Constance, continues to wreak havoc, now aimed at the man who so desperately loves her daughter.
Join Braxton as he fights for his new home, his new family, and is finally forced into the ultimate act of self-sacrifice to save those he loves.
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First published June 1, 2005
About the author
Kathryn Le Veque
340 books2,119 followersJuggernaut Indie author Kathryn Le Veque is a 'tour de force' in publishing.
Kathryn is a critically acclaimed 21-time USA TODAY Bestselling author, a charter Amazon All-Star author, an Indie Reader top seller, and a #1 bestselling, award-winning, multi-published author in Medieval Historical Romance with over 100 published novels.
Among her many accomplishments, she is the CEO of Dragonblade Publishing, the #1 Historical Romance e-book publisher on Amazon. In 2020, Kathryn collaborated with Sourcebooks publishing for a Medieval Fight Club series set in Scotland.
Kathryn is a critically acclaimed 21-time USA TODAY Bestselling author, a charter Amazon All-Star author, an Indie Reader top seller, and a #1 bestselling, award-winning, multi-published author in Medieval Historical Romance with over 100 published novels.
Among her many accomplishments, she is the CEO of Dragonblade Publishing, the #1 Historical Romance e-book publisher on Amazon. In 2020, Kathryn collaborated with Sourcebooks publishing for a Medieval Fight Club series set in Scotland.
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September 29, 2016
Liked this one despite the initial and quite lengthy tentativeness of the plot, leaving me wondering if it was going anywhere or had anywhere to go. True the cruel, old hag was introduced early but can you hang a story on her? It seems you can.
She, this wicked self-deceiving harridan, is the prime mover here, the initial cause of [nearly] all the action. Which meant that the 'main' characters were almost purely reactive. Which further meant the story was not entirely predictable. Which, to carry this along, meant the story was more enjoyable than it might have been. Who doesn't like a bit of a surprise now and then?
She, this wicked self-deceiving harridan, is the prime mover here, the initial cause of [nearly] all the action. Which meant that the 'main' characters were almost purely reactive. Which further meant the story was not entirely predictable. Which, to carry this along, meant the story was more enjoyable than it might have been. Who doesn't like a bit of a surprise now and then?
September 15, 2016
Not quite sure about this one
Almost done with all KLVs medieval romances but this one will be one of the few of hers that I dont quite like. One reason is that it feels disjointed and all over the place. I was not interested at all with the inclusion of Gray's daughter's love story and it took away from thr main plot. I also wish brooke's character development focused on her transformation from being a selfish brat to someone who wouldn't turn out to be like her grandma. Why on earth the book included gray's 15yr old "romance" was unpalatable to me esp since she isnt even someone a reader will like or adore later on. What a waste of pages which could have been focused on the main H and h.
Almost done with all KLVs medieval romances but this one will be one of the few of hers that I dont quite like. One reason is that it feels disjointed and all over the place. I was not interested at all with the inclusion of Gray's daughter's love story and it took away from thr main plot. I also wish brooke's character development focused on her transformation from being a selfish brat to someone who wouldn't turn out to be like her grandma. Why on earth the book included gray's 15yr old "romance" was unpalatable to me esp since she isnt even someone a reader will like or adore later on. What a waste of pages which could have been focused on the main H and h.
December 1, 2012
5***** Another great historical romance from Kathryn le Veque. What a lot of damage one interfering old lady can cause. The lady Constance is determined to regain her former status by selling her grand daughter to the highest bidder. The problem is the girl is already contracted The hero (or one of them because there are several in this story) is a mercenary knight who is hired to take the girl. The heroine is the girls mother who is trying to keep food in the bellies of her people. There are lots of battles and lots of love in this book. Several secondary characters to fall in love with too. A must read for anyone who likes historical romance.
May 4, 2013
Great love story...about honor and sacrifice.
The hero Braxton in this love story, is a dream of a man. He isn't your typical young knight. He has lived quite a full life as a mercanary. That all changes when he meets the heroine Gray. Gray is very strong but weary after living such a sad life. It takes her a while to trust Braxton, but Braxton is the definition of honor... and his sacrifice at the end is breathtaking. The secondary characters are great as well there is even a secondary romance that comes into play.
If you love deep, emotional moving stories...check out this author..you won't be sorry.
The hero Braxton in this love story, is a dream of a man. He isn't your typical young knight. He has lived quite a full life as a mercanary. That all changes when he meets the heroine Gray. Gray is very strong but weary after living such a sad life. It takes her a while to trust Braxton, but Braxton is the definition of honor... and his sacrifice at the end is breathtaking. The secondary characters are great as well there is even a secondary romance that comes into play.
If you love deep, emotional moving stories...check out this author..you won't be sorry.
July 27, 2020
The story starts with a scare. Lady Gray and Brooke are picking berries and Gray hears Brooke scream. She’s not sure where the scream is coming from but she takes off running. When she finds her she I’d dangling over the cliff and about to fall 40 feet down the Falls of Erith. She tries to get Brooke to grab her clothing that she’s hung over but Brooke is too terrified and all at once the ground starts to give away and Gray is about to fall over too. Suddenly someone grabs her ankle to secure her and pull her back (that would be her hero Sir Braxton). Gray pleads with Braxton to save her daughter, this is where his second in command Sir Dallas comes into play. Braxton holds his ankles and he goes over the cliff to retrieve our damsel in distress (with a little help from Gray’s hose).
Of course what story wouldn’t be complete without an evil villain? That would be Gray’s mother Constance. And evil she is!
To find out more, you will need to read the book. Believe me, it is definitely worth your time!
This is such an engaging read. Kathryn Le Veque is so uniquely talented with the way she spins a story.
To date, this has got to be my favorite Kathryn Le Veque book!
Of course what story wouldn’t be complete without an evil villain? That would be Gray’s mother Constance. And evil she is!
To find out more, you will need to read the book. Believe me, it is definitely worth your time!
This is such an engaging read. Kathryn Le Veque is so uniquely talented with the way she spins a story.
To date, this has got to be my favorite Kathryn Le Veque book!
July 19, 2019
Medieval Romance is one of my favorites and if you have never read Kathryn Le Veque and love historical romance you should. I love reading about the knights and battles. Life was tough, but Kathryn makes all her stories worth reading. The Falls of Erith is the second story for the de Nerra family and the first story for the de Russe family. I love how characters intertwine in the stories. Lady Gray is from the lineage of kings, but unfortunately a family fallen from grace. She had a miserable first marriage and is now widowed with a daughter, she also has an evil mother who wants to get back to that former glory at any cost.
Dustin de Nerra is a mercenary knight who by happenstance meets Lady Gray and immediately wants to know the woman better. Dustin soon cares for Lady Gray very deeply and will take care of her and her daughter at any cost.
This is an exciting story of love can conquer all.
Dustin de Nerra is a mercenary knight who by happenstance meets Lady Gray and immediately wants to know the woman better. Dustin soon cares for Lady Gray very deeply and will take care of her and her daughter at any cost.
This is an exciting story of love can conquer all.
January 3, 2022
always delivers
Kathryn Le Veque is one of my ‘go to’ authors for medieval romance. She does not fear weaving some of the harsh and unsavoury aspects of life, both social and political, within the great tapestries of her romances. She very cleverly uses the great names and political alliances to create her own ‘world’ within the history of the time, and so gives us some real heady romances! .
This is no different. There are two love stories in this. A mature coming together of an older knight & widowed mother, and a younger knight & the teenage daughter.
And watch out for wickedness! There is more than one villain!
Great reading.
Kathryn Le Veque is one of my ‘go to’ authors for medieval romance. She does not fear weaving some of the harsh and unsavoury aspects of life, both social and political, within the great tapestries of her romances. She very cleverly uses the great names and political alliances to create her own ‘world’ within the history of the time, and so gives us some real heady romances! .
This is no different. There are two love stories in this. A mature coming together of an older knight & widowed mother, and a younger knight & the teenage daughter.
And watch out for wickedness! There is more than one villain!
Great reading.
October 30, 2019
Good read!
Another good book by le Vecque. This was the story of the Lady Gray and Braxton de Nerra, as well as that of Lady Gray's daughter, the Lady Brooke and her husband, Sir Dallas Aston. It was a good story all the way through to almost the end, where it seemed a little hurried to the finish. I can't imagine what other conclusion would have worked for the book, but it seemed to be a little "clipped" at the end, almost like something essential was missing to wrap things up nice & tidy. But, as all good Le Veque novels go, it was a great adventure!
Another good book by le Vecque. This was the story of the Lady Gray and Braxton de Nerra, as well as that of Lady Gray's daughter, the Lady Brooke and her husband, Sir Dallas Aston. It was a good story all the way through to almost the end, where it seemed a little hurried to the finish. I can't imagine what other conclusion would have worked for the book, but it seemed to be a little "clipped" at the end, almost like something essential was missing to wrap things up nice & tidy. But, as all good Le Veque novels go, it was a great adventure!
June 22, 2019
Very good written book
I write very few reviews but I had to on this book. I'm not that interested in love stories and read Kathryn le Veque because her books are exciting. This one was more of a love story but it was so good. The way she writes the castle the people all comes to life. I have read many of her books and I can say this is my favorite. I've already notice she has new one coming out. I've preordered it so I will get right away.
I write very few reviews but I had to on this book. I'm not that interested in love stories and read Kathryn le Veque because her books are exciting. This one was more of a love story but it was so good. The way she writes the castle the people all comes to life. I have read many of her books and I can say this is my favorite. I've already notice she has new one coming out. I've preordered it so I will get right away.
May 12, 2020
What a great story. I've been reading a lot of Kathryn Le Veque books lately and I've loved every one of them. This romantic story of a destitute lady and her teenage daughter being saved by Braxton De Nerra and his mercenary knights was just wonderful. Full of romance with many twists and turns and an evil mother, this story was hard to put down.
May 10, 2021
A love worth sacrifice
I have yet to pick up a novel of Ms. Le Veque's and been able to set it down until I have completed the entire book because the action, romance and pageantry is so encompassing! Ms. Le Veque writes with an unparalleled talent that is literally indescribable with its beauty...please never stop!
I have yet to pick up a novel of Ms. Le Veque's and been able to set it down until I have completed the entire book because the action, romance and pageantry is so encompassing! Ms. Le Veque writes with an unparalleled talent that is literally indescribable with its beauty...please never stop!
May 7, 2017
Another wonderful story
The Falls of Erich is another wonderful read, I love how these characters are related so you recognized the family ties. I would recommend this book if you want a good read!
The Falls of Erich is another wonderful read, I love how these characters are related so you recognized the family ties. I would recommend this book if you want a good read!
June 4, 2019
Haven't read one I didn't like.....
Love this storyline, this couple., a bonus of two love stories in one book, Braxton and Gray & Brooke and Dallas. This will definitely be a re-read for me, loved it!
Love this storyline, this couple., a bonus of two love stories in one book, Braxton and Gray & Brooke and Dallas. This will definitely be a re-read for me, loved it!
July 18, 2020
A Powerful Book of Selfless Love
A commander of a mercenary army who says he will never marry and settle down to living in one place meets a woman and her daughter ad his life and that of his second in command are changed forever. Great 👍
A commander of a mercenary army who says he will never marry and settle down to living in one place meets a woman and her daughter ad his life and that of his second in command are changed forever. Great 👍
February 1, 2019
Always enjoy this author
Who would not enjoy a story filled with action, love and hope for a better future. Two love stories in one. Can't ask for more than that.😊
Who would not enjoy a story filled with action, love and hope for a better future. Two love stories in one. Can't ask for more than that.😊
February 22, 2019
This was a very nice read. Braxton and Gray's story was sweet and during the book it was made obvious that the de Nerra war machine was as strong as ever. The ending left me flat, hence 3 stars.
October 22, 2019
So Much Action
Loved the action, character development, tough lady, selfish teenager, love and marriage. Everything needed for a fun, can't -put- it -down read.
Loved the action, character development, tough lady, selfish teenager, love and marriage. Everything needed for a fun, can't -put- it -down read.
December 11, 2019
Enchanting
Could not put this book down. Loved every part in the story.. Loved all the characters in the story.. Thanks so much.
Could not put this book down. Loved every part in the story.. Loved all the characters in the story.. Thanks so much.
May 11, 2020
Another wonderful K. Le Veque book
I so enjoyed reading this book. It hooked me from the beginning to the end and I loved the sweet romances.
I so enjoyed reading this book. It hooked me from the beginning to the end and I loved the sweet romances.
April 29, 2021
2 for 1
Quite unique and fun, that both mother and daughter found love and marriage. This author always makes you feel like you are back in time and the characters are real.
Quite unique and fun, that both mother and daughter found love and marriage. This author always makes you feel like you are back in time and the characters are real.
February 22, 2022
This was a wonderful story. The storyline and characters were excellent. This is a romance with adventure. It is about Braxton de Nerra.
October 3, 2022
Besutiful.story
This story has it all...history, romance, wars, dangerous armies, Vengeance p, pathos family issues and everlasting love. Could not find A better story.
This story has it all...history, romance, wars, dangerous armies, Vengeance p, pathos family issues and everlasting love. Could not find A better story.
September 15, 2024
Loved it!!!
This is the best story yet of the Noble Line of de Nerra. I couldn’t stop reading it, and the ending was beautiful!!
This is the best story yet of the Noble Line of de Nerra. I couldn’t stop reading it, and the ending was beautiful!!
November 29, 2024
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
💋💋
Absolutely breathtaking characters and scenes, bats, kings, and all the other amazing things Kathryn adds to her stories.
Recommended
💋💋
Absolutely breathtaking characters and scenes, bats, kings, and all the other amazing things Kathryn adds to her stories.
Recommended
August 30, 2014
The Falls of Erith turned out to be one of the better books I've read by LeVeque. Medieval stories are some of my favorites and she didn't disappoint in her descriptors, character development or historical accuracy. I especially enjoy her descriptions of the knights in their armor, their chargers, their armies.
Gray's life was abyssmal. She was trapped with the nasty mother, annoying daughter, abject poverty, yet she kept working and showing what a selfless person she was. She never would have guessed the answer to a new life would be in the form of a knight in shining armor - literally.
I enjoyed the interesting twist of the nasty mother and her undoing. The daughter was annoying and I couldn't like her until after she was married and matured.
My favorite thing about the book that made it so unlike others in this genre was the fact Braxton and Gray actually talked to one another and didn't allow communication or lack of, to be an issue. So many other stories I've read, thinking if only they would talk to one another and not assume... But, then there might not be a story.
Gray's life was abyssmal. She was trapped with the nasty mother, annoying daughter, abject poverty, yet she kept working and showing what a selfless person she was. She never would have guessed the answer to a new life would be in the form of a knight in shining armor - literally.
I enjoyed the interesting twist of the nasty mother and her undoing. The daughter was annoying and I couldn't like her until after she was married and matured.
My favorite thing about the book that made it so unlike others in this genre was the fact Braxton and Gray actually talked to one another and didn't allow communication or lack of, to be an issue. So many other stories I've read, thinking if only they would talk to one another and not assume... But, then there might not be a story.
April 11, 2015
I simply cannot get enough of Kathryn Le Veques medieval romance books. I have very nearly read every single one out and I'm wondering when I finally finish the last of them if I'm going to be overly crushed and feeling such loss from finishing them all. I have honestly not read a book from any other author in quite some time and I read at least 1 of her books per week. They are just That Good! :)
February 6, 2017
I really loved this book! I even fall in love with the couple Dallas/Brooke before it even existed ^^
That certainly one of those books that I can read and reread as if the first time!
That certainly one of those books that I can read and reread as if the first time!
March 20, 2015
Excellent read
Again Kathryn leveque, has brought history and romance alive, with her English knights. This was a very engaging story, with mother and daughter, and 2 handsome knights.
Again Kathryn leveque, has brought history and romance alive, with her English knights. This was a very engaging story, with mother and daughter, and 2 handsome knights.
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