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He Who Finds Mercy #3
Mercy's Battle
As Prince Valerian and Merry flounder in the aftermath of their terrible losses, they must adjust to the changes that have been wrought upon their lives. Their sole comfort lies in the belief that their nemesis, Liall Guinness has perished and can no longer torment them.
But they are wrong. Liall Guinness is very much alive, and willing to sell his soul in order to achieve his vengeance.
As the threat of invasion looms, Valerian and his peers clash with the elders who are unwilling to embrace new ideas. If Valerian cannot convince them to change their minds, then despite having the great dragons on their side, the land will run with blood.
But they are wrong. Liall Guinness is very much alive, and willing to sell his soul in order to achieve his vengeance.
As the threat of invasion looms, Valerian and his peers clash with the elders who are unwilling to embrace new ideas. If Valerian cannot convince them to change their minds, then despite having the great dragons on their side, the land will run with blood.
418 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 14, 2016
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Katy Huth Jones
31 books141 followersKaty Huth Jones grew up in a family where creative juices overflowed and made puddles to splash in. She has been a published author since 1992, and her writing journey has taken her in many unexpected directions.
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August 25, 2017
"Mercy's Battle" by Katy Huth Jones is the third in a series of soon to be FIVE fictional novels set in the kingdom of Levanthia and centered around the adventures of its young Crown Prince Valarian and his bride Princess Mercy.
This third instalment of this epic series is by far the darkest of the three, with a fair amount of violence and gore as we explore the primitive and bloodthirsty culture of the Vandals. A cross between the worst elements of the Apache and the Vikings, the Vandals are groups of warring tribes, loosely controlled by a High Chieftain. Enter into this volatile mix, Liall Guinness, the treasonous former Lord of Moor Point. Liall’s half-breed Vandal blood gives him entrée to this dark world, and his base passions are soon brought to the fore. He is a dangerous foe, and his blood hatred of Crown Prince Valarian drives him to unspeakable acts.
No spoilers but suffice to say that all of our favorite characters are drawn irresistibly into his web. The Great Dragons appear, (of course) and we learn quite a bit about the minutiae of all of the various regions and factions which make up the troubled kingdom. The action heats up in the last few chapters and runs to its breathless and violent end, leaving us again wanting more.
Bravo again and Five Stars - well deserved.
This third instalment of this epic series is by far the darkest of the three, with a fair amount of violence and gore as we explore the primitive and bloodthirsty culture of the Vandals. A cross between the worst elements of the Apache and the Vikings, the Vandals are groups of warring tribes, loosely controlled by a High Chieftain. Enter into this volatile mix, Liall Guinness, the treasonous former Lord of Moor Point. Liall’s half-breed Vandal blood gives him entrée to this dark world, and his base passions are soon brought to the fore. He is a dangerous foe, and his blood hatred of Crown Prince Valarian drives him to unspeakable acts.
No spoilers but suffice to say that all of our favorite characters are drawn irresistibly into his web. The Great Dragons appear, (of course) and we learn quite a bit about the minutiae of all of the various regions and factions which make up the troubled kingdom. The action heats up in the last few chapters and runs to its breathless and violent end, leaving us again wanting more.
Bravo again and Five Stars - well deserved.
September 18, 2020
Another enjoyable story in this series of fantasy adventures with battles, dragons, heroes and villains. It's well-written with plenty of action and great characters.
It's a story about purging evil but sometimes it is not always obvious where it lurks...some mysteries have not yet been resolved.
Recommended.
It's a story about purging evil but sometimes it is not always obvious where it lurks...some mysteries have not yet been resolved.
Recommended.
September 17, 2016
This title is number three in the “He Who Finds Mercy” series. Princess Merry and Prince Valerian have their hands full with a threatening invasion from the fearsome tribe led by the evil Liall Guinness, a former foe they’d thought vanquished. As Merry fears for the twins growing inside her, she uses her healing power to aid the injured when the invasion becomes reality. Can Valerian convince his brethren at arms to learn new methods of combat? Or will their old ways hasten their downfall? Fast action, likeable characters, and a steady pace will have you wanting more in this fantasy series.
July 11, 2016
I loved the stories involved in this series. They keep you wanting to read until you have finished the book!
did-not-finish
September 11, 2019It's been almost three years since I finished Mercy's Gift. That book was really hard for me. Great story, but the death of Theo really hit me and after ugly crying so bad over it(something that doesn't normally happen to me whether it's reading or watching a movie/tv show) I needed some time.
So though I picked up the rest of the series, I just now felt distanced enough to pick it back up.
I'm calling it quits at 13% because I'm just really not a gore and infant death sort of person. The gore that stems from Liall's actions is just bleh for my stomach and I can't hack it. When it's mentioned that at some point he'll have to slit a baby's throat and then have his warrior's drink it's blood and then paint themselves with it. . . yeah I can't do that. The other stuff he's doing was already souring my stomach, but I didn't even want to read that something like that is GOING to happen. I definitely don't want to read it happening.
Anyway, I really enjoyed the first two books and I think if you're looking for a fantasy series with lots of dragons and fighting and well-developed characters you should try this. If you're not much for a liver eating, head slicing, and baby killing then you might want to pass, but if violence doesn't bug you then that's really the only turn off I've experienced with this.
So though I picked up the rest of the series, I just now felt distanced enough to pick it back up.
I'm calling it quits at 13% because I'm just really not a gore and infant death sort of person. The gore that stems from Liall's actions is just bleh for my stomach and I can't hack it. When it's mentioned that at some point he'll have to slit a baby's throat and then have his warrior's drink it's blood and then paint themselves with it. . . yeah I can't do that. The other stuff he's doing was already souring my stomach, but I didn't even want to read that something like that is GOING to happen. I definitely don't want to read it happening.
Anyway, I really enjoyed the first two books and I think if you're looking for a fantasy series with lots of dragons and fighting and well-developed characters you should try this. If you're not much for a liver eating, head slicing, and baby killing then you might want to pass, but if violence doesn't bug you then that's really the only turn off I've experienced with this.
May 12, 2017
Just like the other books in this series, this book is beautiful, powerful, and heartbreaking. Our character have gone through so much, yet so much more is expected of them. Their pain is palapable, and victory is bittersweet. You hurt for how much these characters have suffered, and know that the worst might yet be coming. Katy Huth Jones writes emotion like few other authors, and is one of the only authors out there who ever made me cry.
I do hope she adds a glossary to the next book, though. I have difficulty keeping track of everyone. The cast is so huge.
Safety Rating: This book is N.O.T. for younger or sensitive readers. There is a lot of battles and blood, and some of the barbaric practices of Liall's people is very gruesome, cannibalistic even. It is beyond sickening, and I honestly was not prepared for it. I had to skim past several parts. I honestly think the author went much too far there.
I do hope she adds a glossary to the next book, though. I have difficulty keeping track of everyone. The cast is so huge.
Safety Rating: This book is N.O.T. for younger or sensitive readers. There is a lot of battles and blood, and some of the barbaric practices of Liall's people is very gruesome, cannibalistic even. It is beyond sickening, and I honestly was not prepared for it. I had to skim past several parts. I honestly think the author went much too far there.
March 8, 2021
Well written, but sad. As the Bible says we are depraved sinners
and so this fantasy story line, does a good job, of showing that...
and yet, there IS God, and His word ( and the hints of the Savior).
I enjoy the medieval era....don't know if I would have wanted to live in that time, but love reading about it.
Biblical scripture and application through out.
and so this fantasy story line, does a good job, of showing that...
and yet, there IS God, and His word ( and the hints of the Savior).
I enjoy the medieval era....don't know if I would have wanted to live in that time, but love reading about it.
Biblical scripture and application through out.
June 14, 2019
The third installment of the He Who Finds Mercy series is a worthy one.
Mercy's Battle gives us an interesting glimpse into a culture other than Levathia's. This is why the book's violence was upped a bit compared to its predecessors. It's obvious that the choice to include a certain measure of gore (an amount that many fantasy readers would probably scoff at, but was, nonetheless, present) was thought out and used carefully for a purpose, which is something I can appreciate. Nothing was done gratuitously.
Mercy's Battle continues the beautiful and tragic narrative of the first two in this series, bringing, not only entertainment, but bright glimmers of wisdom, hope, and love, touching the heart. I've found inspiration here, and I'm sure others will/have, too. The characters' feel very human and their personalities engage the mind and heart, growing more precious to a reader with each step of their journey... like dear friends.
As a homeschooling mother of 4, I am choosy about what I use my rare free moments to do. This was worth the free moments.
Mercy's Battle gives us an interesting glimpse into a culture other than Levathia's. This is why the book's violence was upped a bit compared to its predecessors. It's obvious that the choice to include a certain measure of gore (an amount that many fantasy readers would probably scoff at, but was, nonetheless, present) was thought out and used carefully for a purpose, which is something I can appreciate. Nothing was done gratuitously.
Mercy's Battle continues the beautiful and tragic narrative of the first two in this series, bringing, not only entertainment, but bright glimmers of wisdom, hope, and love, touching the heart. I've found inspiration here, and I'm sure others will/have, too. The characters' feel very human and their personalities engage the mind and heart, growing more precious to a reader with each step of their journey... like dear friends.
As a homeschooling mother of 4, I am choosy about what I use my rare free moments to do. This was worth the free moments.
August 31, 2017
Since this book was written during and after a horribly painful recurrence of my cancer and resulting chemo, I'm afraid dealing with that monster manifested itself in the monster of Liall Guinness and his dealings with the Vandals. I just wanted to explain why this book has more gruesome stuff in it than any of the other books.
July 27, 2020
Epic
Knights, swords, mighty steeds, dragons, heroes, heroines, poison, battles, pregnancy, mind speaking, tragedy, bad guys, evil men, castles, sedition, deep friendships, sacrificial love!
Knights, swords, mighty steeds, dragons, heroes, heroines, poison, battles, pregnancy, mind speaking, tragedy, bad guys, evil men, castles, sedition, deep friendships, sacrificial love!
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