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A Knight Well Spent
Scotland, 1141. A Norman king's attempts to rule the Highland clans is making his favorite knight's job difficult, indeed--and that is before a woman of mystery lays siege to the warrior's heart...
SHE LIVES TO HEAL...
He's a giant of a man; what's more, he's the enemy. These truths should be enough to send Aislynn running far and fast from the wounded stranger in the woods. But he needs her help--and the reward he bestows changes her forever...
HE FIGHTS TO KILL...
Formidable knight Rhoenne Guy de Ramhurst has been "gifted" with a fiefdom--and the unenviable task of taming the rebellious Highlanders that populate it. He also has a castle full of dissidents, led by his own half brother. Yet these challenges pale in comparison with attempts to forget the healer who saved his life and captured his heart...
AND ONE LOVE RULES THEM BOTH...
Rhoenne believes a family curse places any woman he loves in mortal danger. When Aislynn is abducted by his profligate sibling, Rhoenne becomes her protector--even as he tries to resist her. But Aislynn has secrets of her own--and as deception and danger swirl ever closer around them, the truth may be their only salvation...
SHE LIVES TO HEAL...
He's a giant of a man; what's more, he's the enemy. These truths should be enough to send Aislynn running far and fast from the wounded stranger in the woods. But he needs her help--and the reward he bestows changes her forever...
HE FIGHTS TO KILL...
Formidable knight Rhoenne Guy de Ramhurst has been "gifted" with a fiefdom--and the unenviable task of taming the rebellious Highlanders that populate it. He also has a castle full of dissidents, led by his own half brother. Yet these challenges pale in comparison with attempts to forget the healer who saved his life and captured his heart...
AND ONE LOVE RULES THEM BOTH...
Rhoenne believes a family curse places any woman he loves in mortal danger. When Aislynn is abducted by his profligate sibling, Rhoenne becomes her protector--even as he tries to resist her. But Aislynn has secrets of her own--and as deception and danger swirl ever closer around them, the truth may be their only salvation...
343 pages, Paperback
First published October 1, 2008
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About the author
Jackie Ivie
90 books242 followersJackie Ivie was born and raised in a suburb outside Utah's capital, beautiful Salt Lake City. The second in a family of four daughters and one son, Jackie was constantly amusing her siblings with her invented games, escapades, and stories. And she was always reading. She would even walk the family dog, with one hand holding the leash, while the other held the ever-present book. No subject went unread, but once she discovered Historical Romances, there was no doubting her favorite genre.
Jackie has always been the busy type, rarely sitting still without being occupied in at least one activity, and usually more. When she was younger, it was nothing to find her watching television, while doing her homework, listening to music, crocheting like a madwoman, and reading, all at the same time.
After graduating, Jackie gained secure employment with a large service company and relocated with her growing family to the neighboring, sparsely-populated state of Wyoming. She then spent several years enjoying the wildlife, scenery, and open space that Wyoming is known for. In addition to writing, Jackie is an accomplished artist in several mediums, preferring mixed media. She has several pictures in print and has exhibited in art showings throughout the West. There was never anything she loved doing more than reading, however, and once she discovered the thrill involved with putting her own words and fantasies on paper there was no stopping her.
In 2001, Jackie and her family took a huge step and moved to the largest state of the nation; Alaska. Although it was her job that brought her here, Jackie has grown to love this land of amazing contrasts, breathtaking vistas, and the ever-present resident, the Alaskan moose. There's nothing else like it, and the very long days of summer lend themselves to hours and hours of energizing tasks, while the long winter nights are just right for her real love...writing.
Jackie has now written thirteen novels and is continually starting more. The thrill of writing has now been enhanced by seeing her actual story in print. Lady of the Knight is her first published work. It will be followed by Tender is the Knight scheduled for release this summer.
Taken from Jackie Ivie's Official Website at http://www.jackieivie.com/
Jackie has always been the busy type, rarely sitting still without being occupied in at least one activity, and usually more. When she was younger, it was nothing to find her watching television, while doing her homework, listening to music, crocheting like a madwoman, and reading, all at the same time.
After graduating, Jackie gained secure employment with a large service company and relocated with her growing family to the neighboring, sparsely-populated state of Wyoming. She then spent several years enjoying the wildlife, scenery, and open space that Wyoming is known for. In addition to writing, Jackie is an accomplished artist in several mediums, preferring mixed media. She has several pictures in print and has exhibited in art showings throughout the West. There was never anything she loved doing more than reading, however, and once she discovered the thrill involved with putting her own words and fantasies on paper there was no stopping her.
In 2001, Jackie and her family took a huge step and moved to the largest state of the nation; Alaska. Although it was her job that brought her here, Jackie has grown to love this land of amazing contrasts, breathtaking vistas, and the ever-present resident, the Alaskan moose. There's nothing else like it, and the very long days of summer lend themselves to hours and hours of energizing tasks, while the long winter nights are just right for her real love...writing.
Jackie has now written thirteen novels and is continually starting more. The thrill of writing has now been enhanced by seeing her actual story in print. Lady of the Knight is her first published work. It will be followed by Tender is the Knight scheduled for release this summer.
Taken from Jackie Ivie's Official Website at http://www.jackieivie.com/
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October 30, 2017
Novel ini benar2 parodi dagelan dr novel "The Wolf and the Dove"
, dan mungkin sedikit-sedikit dari "Prisoner of My Desire"
. Mengambil nama tokoh heroine sama persis dgn The Wolf, Aislynn yg profesinya jg sama, tabib penyembuh, Aislynn disini adalah Drama Queen sejati. Karakternya tidak konsisten, antara penyembuh, penggoda (bisa menjadi nymphomaniac layaknya kepiting yg berahi, berusaha terus mencapit "anu"nya Rhoenne), victim player (jelas2 kebodohannya bisa terhasut oleh taktik busuk si Harold, setelah dicampakkan oleh Rhoenne, seolah-olah dia disingkirkan secara paksa), melankolia menjelang melahirkan. Dan saya muak dgn penuturan sarkasme ala si tengil Harold yg membesar-besarkan jasa Aislynn.
Rhoenne juga bukan hero (apalagi antihero) idaman. Pertama, kelakuan Rhoenne yg seolah-olah dirinyalah yg diperkosa Aislynn (sampai Aislynn mengeluarkan ultimatum utk mencari kenikmatan ini dari org lain jika Rhoenne tidak bersedia. Agak menjijikkan ya?). Kedua, Rhoenne terlampau temperamental tanpa menyelidiki terlebih dulu, serta merta mengusir Aislynn dan Harold. Ketiga, kekanak-kanakan yg sudah tidak sepantasnya, dgn mengajak Harold berduel. Keempat, plin-plan dan bodoh tampaknya sudah menyerap Rhoenne dan juga Aislynn.
Terjemahan yg hancur lebur makin membuat nilai novel ini jatuh ambruk. Dialog-dialognya banyak yg terasa tidak nyambung, banyak kosakata ajaib bermunculan, bahasa-bahasa puitis yg aneh dan menggelikan. Menurut saya, novel ini over dramatis yg tidak perlu dilakukan, karakter2 nya inkonsistensi (ironisnya kecuali si tengil Harold), banyak plothole dan situasi kondisi yg terlalu mengada-ada ala fantasy (saya masih takjub bhw ada ibu hamil yg tur keliling di pedalaman Highland dan bertemu suku mirip Amazon di sana). Sampai ending cerita, novel ini masih menyuguhkan keajaiban2 yg terus-menerus bermunculan. SUPER SEKALI!!!!
, dan mungkin sedikit-sedikit dari "Prisoner of My Desire"
. Mengambil nama tokoh heroine sama persis dgn The Wolf, Aislynn yg profesinya jg sama, tabib penyembuh, Aislynn disini adalah Drama Queen sejati. Karakternya tidak konsisten, antara penyembuh, penggoda (bisa menjadi nymphomaniac layaknya kepiting yg berahi, berusaha terus mencapit "anu"nya Rhoenne), victim player (jelas2 kebodohannya bisa terhasut oleh taktik busuk si Harold, setelah dicampakkan oleh Rhoenne, seolah-olah dia disingkirkan secara paksa), melankolia menjelang melahirkan. Dan saya muak dgn penuturan sarkasme ala si tengil Harold yg membesar-besarkan jasa Aislynn.Rhoenne juga bukan hero (apalagi antihero) idaman. Pertama, kelakuan Rhoenne yg seolah-olah dirinyalah yg diperkosa Aislynn (sampai Aislynn mengeluarkan ultimatum utk mencari kenikmatan ini dari org lain jika Rhoenne tidak bersedia. Agak menjijikkan ya?). Kedua, Rhoenne terlampau temperamental tanpa menyelidiki terlebih dulu, serta merta mengusir Aislynn dan Harold. Ketiga, kekanak-kanakan yg sudah tidak sepantasnya, dgn mengajak Harold berduel. Keempat, plin-plan dan bodoh tampaknya sudah menyerap Rhoenne dan juga Aislynn.
Terjemahan yg hancur lebur makin membuat nilai novel ini jatuh ambruk. Dialog-dialognya banyak yg terasa tidak nyambung, banyak kosakata ajaib bermunculan, bahasa-bahasa puitis yg aneh dan menggelikan. Menurut saya, novel ini over dramatis yg tidak perlu dilakukan, karakter2 nya inkonsistensi (ironisnya kecuali si tengil Harold), banyak plothole dan situasi kondisi yg terlalu mengada-ada ala fantasy (saya masih takjub bhw ada ibu hamil yg tur keliling di pedalaman Highland dan bertemu suku mirip Amazon di sana). Sampai ending cerita, novel ini masih menyuguhkan keajaiban2 yg terus-menerus bermunculan. SUPER SEKALI!!!!
March 16, 2019
#57 - 2019 RC
Genre: Historical Romance
Mungkin ceritanya akan menarik bila terjemahannya jauh lebih baik
Genre: Historical Romance
Mungkin ceritanya akan menarik bila terjemahannya jauh lebih baik
September 17, 2018
Ik heb de Nederlands talige uitgave gelezen : De vloek die liefde heet - Candlelight Historische roman 826
Dit verhaal lest lekker vlot weg , het is leuk en grappig verteld maar tezelfdertijd kon ik mij ook ergeren aan het gehakketak tussen Rhoenne en Harold wat maar door en door ging .
Er zit een ietsiepietsie mystiek in in dat Aislynn voorspellende dromen heeft maar verder is het een vrij standaard stoere gespierde ridder en de oogverblindende schoonheid verhaal .
Dit verhaal lest lekker vlot weg , het is leuk en grappig verteld maar tezelfdertijd kon ik mij ook ergeren aan het gehakketak tussen Rhoenne en Harold wat maar door en door ging .
Er zit een ietsiepietsie mystiek in in dat Aislynn voorspellende dromen heeft maar verder is het een vrij standaard stoere gespierde ridder en de oogverblindende schoonheid verhaal .
January 18, 2011
“His Royal Highness, King David of Scotland and Norman king is on the thrown. 1141 AD, Normandy occupies Scottish lands and are at war with the Scots. Normans consider the Scots uncivilized and barbaric.
Sir RHOENNE Guy de Ramhurst, a knight and First Earl of Tynebury, is seriously injured in a battle. While attempting to return home, he runs into…..
AISLYNN aka Lady of the Brook, a Scottish maiden who’s beauty is beyond compare. She attends to his wound with the constant reminder that she is a “healer”. Aislynn is “marked’ by many gifts.
BRENT, to who others call "the Bastard", is the Rhoenne’s brother and heir. He is named High Sheriff of Tynebury when Rhoenne is absent and called to battle. Brent comes upon….
DONALD O’Rourke attempting to take certain liberties with Aislynn. Donald is a blacksmith and a man Aislynn may be forced to marry. Brent kidnaps Aislynn.
Sir HAROLD Montvale, also a knight, is Rhoenne’s second. He grew up with Rhoenne and is his ever constant companion. He constantly exchanges annoying and amusing dialogue with Rhoenne. His intent is to make Rhoenne think about his actions on any matters.
ROSIE aka Old Rosie, a free women who has been with Rhoenne since birth, is placed as Aislynn’s attendant. Rosie carried out her duties masterfully and did so without taking any nonsense from Rhoenne.
RICHARD, 2nd younger brother to Rhoenne, is a knowledgeable man that is not suited to be a knight but proves himself worthy of Rhoenne’s trust.
The DONAL CLAN aka Gallgaels are considered to be the most dangerous and notorious of Scots. They choose to make themselves visible to the Normans when and if they so desire. Can an alliance between the Celts, Gallgaels and Normans be made?
ADVENTURE - Forewarning of danger ensued. My heart raced and I sweated bullets when (2) of the main characters were in danger. The possibility of a siege and of betrayal was due to, non-other than, a king’s edict. The adventures that followed led to unexpected relationships. I profusely cried when protection was given and a very painful injury resulted. I also shed tears due to a death wish. Arrival at the Montvale manor led to misunderstandings which eventually turned into understanding, love and life (think I’ll read that part again).
HILARIOUS - Harold Montvale’s dialogue towards Rhoenne is always very funny that is, when you could follow what he said and where he is going with the conversation. He seems to always have the upper hand in that respect. Aislynn, on the other hand, is curious about everything. She is the typical “why baby” and can fire questions off in rapid succession. Pity should be given to whoever is caught between her and Harold dominating a conversation. Then there is the problem of trying to continuously speak in your native tongue while occupying the land of Celtic language. One could learn to speak a combination of the two which can cause confusion. The ability to tolerate or not to tolerate alcohol is unquestionable. Absolutely hilarious. The author did a great job in expressing that matter. Male reactions to Aislynn’s beauty is believable to the point that Rhoenne learned to quickly and stubbornly say “Nay”.
RECOMMENTATION - From my standpoint this is a fantastic work by the author. The only thing that I did not like is how she picked up the pace (too much) during the last few chapters. It is as though she is telling the reader, “whoops, I’m out of time and must hurry up and finish the book”. I highly recommend you reading this book and look forward to YOUR REVIEW.
Sir RHOENNE Guy de Ramhurst, a knight and First Earl of Tynebury, is seriously injured in a battle. While attempting to return home, he runs into…..
AISLYNN aka Lady of the Brook, a Scottish maiden who’s beauty is beyond compare. She attends to his wound with the constant reminder that she is a “healer”. Aislynn is “marked’ by many gifts.
BRENT, to who others call "the Bastard", is the Rhoenne’s brother and heir. He is named High Sheriff of Tynebury when Rhoenne is absent and called to battle. Brent comes upon….
DONALD O’Rourke attempting to take certain liberties with Aislynn. Donald is a blacksmith and a man Aislynn may be forced to marry. Brent kidnaps Aislynn.
Sir HAROLD Montvale, also a knight, is Rhoenne’s second. He grew up with Rhoenne and is his ever constant companion. He constantly exchanges annoying and amusing dialogue with Rhoenne. His intent is to make Rhoenne think about his actions on any matters.
ROSIE aka Old Rosie, a free women who has been with Rhoenne since birth, is placed as Aislynn’s attendant. Rosie carried out her duties masterfully and did so without taking any nonsense from Rhoenne.
RICHARD, 2nd younger brother to Rhoenne, is a knowledgeable man that is not suited to be a knight but proves himself worthy of Rhoenne’s trust.
The DONAL CLAN aka Gallgaels are considered to be the most dangerous and notorious of Scots. They choose to make themselves visible to the Normans when and if they so desire. Can an alliance between the Celts, Gallgaels and Normans be made?
ADVENTURE - Forewarning of danger ensued. My heart raced and I sweated bullets when (2) of the main characters were in danger. The possibility of a siege and of betrayal was due to, non-other than, a king’s edict. The adventures that followed led to unexpected relationships. I profusely cried when protection was given and a very painful injury resulted. I also shed tears due to a death wish. Arrival at the Montvale manor led to misunderstandings which eventually turned into understanding, love and life (think I’ll read that part again).
HILARIOUS - Harold Montvale’s dialogue towards Rhoenne is always very funny that is, when you could follow what he said and where he is going with the conversation. He seems to always have the upper hand in that respect. Aislynn, on the other hand, is curious about everything. She is the typical “why baby” and can fire questions off in rapid succession. Pity should be given to whoever is caught between her and Harold dominating a conversation. Then there is the problem of trying to continuously speak in your native tongue while occupying the land of Celtic language. One could learn to speak a combination of the two which can cause confusion. The ability to tolerate or not to tolerate alcohol is unquestionable. Absolutely hilarious. The author did a great job in expressing that matter. Male reactions to Aislynn’s beauty is believable to the point that Rhoenne learned to quickly and stubbornly say “Nay”.
RECOMMENTATION - From my standpoint this is a fantastic work by the author. The only thing that I did not like is how she picked up the pace (too much) during the last few chapters. It is as though she is telling the reader, “whoops, I’m out of time and must hurry up and finish the book”. I highly recommend you reading this book and look forward to YOUR REVIEW.
February 19, 2012
walaupun hot... pembaca tetep butuh jalan cerita :( plot nya mana ???
February 26, 2021
I really really liked this book. This is about Aislyn, who is a healer. She has to be very careful as in those days a healer was likely to be named a witch and maybe burned at the stake. She saves Rhoenne Ramhurst's life when he was wounded in battle. They lose touch with each other for a while, but Rhoenne's brother finds her and brings her back to his castle. There is trouble brewing with the King as the King wants Rhoenne to wed with his daughter and Rhoenne says no. She runs as she figures there will be seige started over this battle with the king. Lots of action, tense moments and some betrayal. Highly recommend.
September 24, 2017
Saya berpikir ini adalah novel fantasi sejarah yang penuh peperangan atau paling tidak usaha satria untuk mendapatkan pujaan hatinya. Ternyata novel erotika...
Bagian awal, susah sekali untuk membayangkan cerita dari edisi terjemahan ini. Nah, karena ada karakter Harold jadi lumayan masuk plot cerita. Walaupun plot hole di mana-mana dan bertele-tele. Akan lebih menarik kalau novel ini dipangkas, sih. Kecuali sindiran Harold yang menarik itu.
Kedua protagonis terlalu mary sue. Ganti saja pemeran utamanya dengan Harold yang mengejar wanita dari kaum bar-bar, pasti lebih eksotis.
Bagian awal, susah sekali untuk membayangkan cerita dari edisi terjemahan ini. Nah, karena ada karakter Harold jadi lumayan masuk plot cerita. Walaupun plot hole di mana-mana dan bertele-tele. Akan lebih menarik kalau novel ini dipangkas, sih. Kecuali sindiran Harold yang menarik itu.
Kedua protagonis terlalu mary sue. Ganti saja pemeran utamanya dengan Harold yang mengejar wanita dari kaum bar-bar, pasti lebih eksotis.
June 28, 2025
I couldn't say a good word about this book
The plot was weak, the action none, the characters annoying especially I hated the never finished banter between Rhoanne and Montvale, the chemistry...what chemistry?
I could say more about what's wrong with this book, but what's the point?
Sorry, Ms. Ivie, I guess I wouldn't be one of your fan
The plot was weak, the action none, the characters annoying especially I hated the never finished banter between Rhoanne and Montvale, the chemistry...what chemistry?
I could say more about what's wrong with this book, but what's the point?
Sorry, Ms. Ivie, I guess I wouldn't be one of your fan
September 22, 2020
Usually don't read books like this but lately I've been reading a lot like this. Love this book!
May 25, 2024
Gimana ya? Ceritanya menurutku kurang menarik, terjemahannya jga kurang enak di baca.
October 29, 2019
I am not sure about this book.
March 21, 2012
A Knight Well Spent
by. Jackie Ivie
Buku ini bersetting di Skotlandia, pada awal abad ke 15. Rhoenne Guy de Ramhurt, Earl Pertama Tynebury seorang bangsawan berkebangsaan Normandia diutus oleh King David untuk menaklukkan klan Highland. Seorang ksatria yang jantan dan perkasa, yang belum pernah merasakan kekalahan dalam setiap perang yg dilakoninya.. Sampai pada perang yang terakhir.
Sebuah kekalahan yang menjadi berkah, karena akibat dari luka yang dialami Rhoenne dalam perang ini lah yg menyebabkannya bertemu dengan Aislynn. Seorang nona cantik berkebangsaan celtic, musuh dari bangsa norman yang menjuluki dirinya sendiri sebagai Lady Brook.
Aislyn dalam buku ini sendiri digambarkan sebagai wanita yang sangat cantik dan menggiurkan. Kenapa menggiurkan?? karena setiap pria yg memandang wajah dan tubuhnya pasti akan menelan air liurnya sendiri *glek*.
Dari pertemuan yang singkat itulah, tumbuh sebuah obsesi diantara keduanya. "I am crush on you Aislynn" Mungkin itu kira2 yang ada dipikiran Rhoenne saat itu.
Waktu pun terus berlalu setelah pertemuannya dengan Aislynn, sampai takdir kemudian mempertemukan mereka kembali. Brent, saudara laki-laki dari Rhoenne membawa aislynn ke kastil mereka di Tynebury sebagai wanita yang dia tangkap di jalanan. Brent ini mempunyai sifat yang sangat bertolak belakang dgn Rhoenne, ia playboy dan tak bertanggung jawab.. beda sekali dengan Rhoenne yang meskipun Gagah perkasa serta tampan, tidak punya pengalaman sama sekali dengan perempuan.
Sebenarnya, bukannya Rhoenne yang tak mampu menaklukkan wanita. Bahkan dengan rupa nya yg rupawan lalu kedudukannya yg merupakan ksatria kesayangan King David, setiap wanita pasti menyerahkan tubuhnya untuk Rhoenne. Tapi Rhoenne telah bersumpah tidak akan menanamkan benih De Ramhurt ke rahim wanita manapun, karena dia percaya kalau keluarganya telah dikutuk. Setiap wanita yang melahirkan keturunan De Ramhurt pasti meninggal.. itulah yang terjadi pada ibu dari Rhoenne, Brent, bahkan Richard.. tiga bersaudara De Ramhurt dari 3 ibu yang berbeda.
Sumpah inilah yang akhirnya membuat saya tersenyum-senyum sendiri saat membaca buku ini . Rhoenne harus berusaha menahan hasrat seksualnya ketika melihat Aislynn, Ia bahkan sampai menyuruh Aislyn untuk memakai Jubah besar agar tubuhnya tertutup. Dan hal ini di ketahui oleh tangan kanannya yang juga sahabatnya, seorang Ksatria bernama Harold Montalve.
Harold ini tokoh favoriteku dalam cerita ini, dia tampan (absolutely) bertubuh sama perkasanya dengan Rhoenne tapi sikapnya flamboyan dan bermulut besar . Ia suka sekali menggoda Rhoenne ketika tahu Rhoenne sedang menahan hasrat seksualnya.. dengan sindiran-sindiran yang pasti akan membuat kalian yg membacanya tergelak sendiri. (Oh Ivie.. aku berharap kamu membuat satu buku sendiri yang menuliskan kisah tentang Harold )
Akibat dari komporisasi Harold inilah akhirnya Rhoenne menyerah pada sumpahnya dan menerima Aislynn sebagai wanita istimewa dalam hidupnya, sampai King David menurunkan titah untuk Rhoenne agar menikahi putrinya. DIsini konflik batin Rhoenne dimulai, melanggar titah artinya melawan Raja yang sama dengan kehilangan semua fasilitas yang ada. Lagi-lagi Harold kemudian memiliki ide untuk menyelamatkan sahabatnya itu. Apa idenya dan bagaimana akhir cerita ini?? monggo silahkan baca bukunya
Ide cerita nya cukup menarik, walaupun kalian tidak akan menemukan kisah heroik seorang Ksatria menyelamatkan hidup sang putri dalam buku ini. Bagi penggemar romance, mungkin buku ini bisa diibaratkan layaknya "Finger Licking Good" ya dari sisi ide cerita.. Tapi Aku tidak suka gaya menulis Ivie. Ivie sepertinya terburu-buru ingin menyeleseikan kisah ini.. akibatnya plotnya gak jelas, terlalu cepat.. Aku suka bingung dengan dialog-dialognya..
Ini siapa sih yang lagi ngomong...??? kataku sering kali ketika membaca buku ini.. dan pola dialog-dialog gak jelas seperti itu sering banget, bikin males bacanya. Sampai akhirnya aku sampai di tengah halaman buku ini . Dialog-dialog vulgar dimulai, penggambaran yang detail pada bagian ini membuat aku sepertinya sedang menonton sebuah film semi porno. Dan semoga tidak ada yg berminat untuk mengekranisasi buku ini.. karena dipastikan setelah melewati badan sensor film, kalian hanya akan melihat bagian awal dan akhir dari film ini
Tapi dari buku ini aku jadi belajar sesuatu. Jika kalian tidak bisa menulis cerita yang cukup menarik untuk dibaca, selipkan saja adegan-adegan seks didalamnya.. pasti akan membuat para pembaca tetap penasaran membacanya sampai selesai.. hihihihi
Rate : 2/5
by. Jackie Ivie
Buku ini bersetting di Skotlandia, pada awal abad ke 15. Rhoenne Guy de Ramhurt, Earl Pertama Tynebury seorang bangsawan berkebangsaan Normandia diutus oleh King David untuk menaklukkan klan Highland. Seorang ksatria yang jantan dan perkasa, yang belum pernah merasakan kekalahan dalam setiap perang yg dilakoninya.. Sampai pada perang yang terakhir.
Sebuah kekalahan yang menjadi berkah, karena akibat dari luka yang dialami Rhoenne dalam perang ini lah yg menyebabkannya bertemu dengan Aislynn. Seorang nona cantik berkebangsaan celtic, musuh dari bangsa norman yang menjuluki dirinya sendiri sebagai Lady Brook.
Aislyn dalam buku ini sendiri digambarkan sebagai wanita yang sangat cantik dan menggiurkan. Kenapa menggiurkan?? karena setiap pria yg memandang wajah dan tubuhnya pasti akan menelan air liurnya sendiri *glek*.
Dari pertemuan yang singkat itulah, tumbuh sebuah obsesi diantara keduanya. "I am crush on you Aislynn" Mungkin itu kira2 yang ada dipikiran Rhoenne saat itu.
Waktu pun terus berlalu setelah pertemuannya dengan Aislynn, sampai takdir kemudian mempertemukan mereka kembali. Brent, saudara laki-laki dari Rhoenne membawa aislynn ke kastil mereka di Tynebury sebagai wanita yang dia tangkap di jalanan. Brent ini mempunyai sifat yang sangat bertolak belakang dgn Rhoenne, ia playboy dan tak bertanggung jawab.. beda sekali dengan Rhoenne yang meskipun Gagah perkasa serta tampan, tidak punya pengalaman sama sekali dengan perempuan.
Sebenarnya, bukannya Rhoenne yang tak mampu menaklukkan wanita. Bahkan dengan rupa nya yg rupawan lalu kedudukannya yg merupakan ksatria kesayangan King David, setiap wanita pasti menyerahkan tubuhnya untuk Rhoenne. Tapi Rhoenne telah bersumpah tidak akan menanamkan benih De Ramhurt ke rahim wanita manapun, karena dia percaya kalau keluarganya telah dikutuk. Setiap wanita yang melahirkan keturunan De Ramhurt pasti meninggal.. itulah yang terjadi pada ibu dari Rhoenne, Brent, bahkan Richard.. tiga bersaudara De Ramhurt dari 3 ibu yang berbeda.
Sumpah inilah yang akhirnya membuat saya tersenyum-senyum sendiri saat membaca buku ini . Rhoenne harus berusaha menahan hasrat seksualnya ketika melihat Aislynn, Ia bahkan sampai menyuruh Aislyn untuk memakai Jubah besar agar tubuhnya tertutup. Dan hal ini di ketahui oleh tangan kanannya yang juga sahabatnya, seorang Ksatria bernama Harold Montalve.
Harold ini tokoh favoriteku dalam cerita ini, dia tampan (absolutely) bertubuh sama perkasanya dengan Rhoenne tapi sikapnya flamboyan dan bermulut besar . Ia suka sekali menggoda Rhoenne ketika tahu Rhoenne sedang menahan hasrat seksualnya.. dengan sindiran-sindiran yang pasti akan membuat kalian yg membacanya tergelak sendiri. (Oh Ivie.. aku berharap kamu membuat satu buku sendiri yang menuliskan kisah tentang Harold )
Akibat dari komporisasi Harold inilah akhirnya Rhoenne menyerah pada sumpahnya dan menerima Aislynn sebagai wanita istimewa dalam hidupnya, sampai King David menurunkan titah untuk Rhoenne agar menikahi putrinya. DIsini konflik batin Rhoenne dimulai, melanggar titah artinya melawan Raja yang sama dengan kehilangan semua fasilitas yang ada. Lagi-lagi Harold kemudian memiliki ide untuk menyelamatkan sahabatnya itu. Apa idenya dan bagaimana akhir cerita ini?? monggo silahkan baca bukunya
Ide cerita nya cukup menarik, walaupun kalian tidak akan menemukan kisah heroik seorang Ksatria menyelamatkan hidup sang putri dalam buku ini. Bagi penggemar romance, mungkin buku ini bisa diibaratkan layaknya "Finger Licking Good" ya dari sisi ide cerita.. Tapi Aku tidak suka gaya menulis Ivie. Ivie sepertinya terburu-buru ingin menyeleseikan kisah ini.. akibatnya plotnya gak jelas, terlalu cepat.. Aku suka bingung dengan dialog-dialognya..
Ini siapa sih yang lagi ngomong...??? kataku sering kali ketika membaca buku ini.. dan pola dialog-dialog gak jelas seperti itu sering banget, bikin males bacanya. Sampai akhirnya aku sampai di tengah halaman buku ini . Dialog-dialog vulgar dimulai, penggambaran yang detail pada bagian ini membuat aku sepertinya sedang menonton sebuah film semi porno. Dan semoga tidak ada yg berminat untuk mengekranisasi buku ini.. karena dipastikan setelah melewati badan sensor film, kalian hanya akan melihat bagian awal dan akhir dari film ini
Tapi dari buku ini aku jadi belajar sesuatu. Jika kalian tidak bisa menulis cerita yang cukup menarik untuk dibaca, selipkan saja adegan-adegan seks didalamnya.. pasti akan membuat para pembaca tetap penasaran membacanya sampai selesai.. hihihihi
Rate : 2/5
May 27, 2008
A Knight Well Spent by Jackie Ivie is a heart pounding, mouth watering, finger licking fantastic read for all Historical Romance lovers. If you miss this one you have missed one of the Yummiest books of the century.
Aislynn who also refers to herself as the "Lady of the Brook" is gifted with healing skills and dreams of things to come. Petite, long dark trusses, brown green eyes with ivory skin, she is a sight to behold. She does not feel so pretty though as she is lanky and doesn't have all the proper curves that real women have so she does her best to hide herself under larger clothing. Aislynn is a very intelligent lass who is not afraid to look you straight in the eyes and her pierce seems to penetrate right to the soul.
Rhoenne Guy de Ramhurst is Lord of his own keep and large parcel of land. This gifted to him by King David of Scotland for services rendered to the crown and allegiance to His Highness. Rhoenne is a very large man, piercing blue eyes that seem to drink you in, blonde hair and abbs that any women in her right mind would love to caress over and over without thought to consequences.
Lord Montvale is a knight totally dedicated to his Lord in every possible way. Very handsome, he has no problem with having his share of the ladies. He is most often irritating, occasionally manipulating and not afraid to do whatever needs to be done to protect those he loves. More often than not this gets him into all out disagreements with his Lord.
The story starts us out with a chance meeting and a lucky one at that between Rhoenne and Aislynn. Rhoenne has been hurt badly and Aislynn is in her "Lady of the Brook" outfit praying to the Gods and Goddesses that might be. Luckily for Rhoenne, Aislynn is very skilled in the healing arts and has him righter than rain in no time.
Our story then finds us in Lord Rhoenne's keep with the Lord angered at the way his property has been taken care of in his absence. His half brother Brent is no where to be found because he is out looking for wenches as per his usual. Horny little bugger that he is, Brent is about to be put in his place the hard way. About the only thing Brent has done right this time is capture Aislynn but Rhoenne makes his claim to her as soon as he realizes who his brother has captured.
Rhoenne decides to give Aislynn total power over his keep which she puts to rights in no time and makes it a totally different place than what it was. Rhoenne's half sister who was in charge of the everyday chores is not very happy at this especially since Aislynn makes the woman do more than her share of the clean up to atone for the disgusting way in which the place what kept under her care.
Poor Rhoenne has made a vow of not seeding any woman because of a death curse. Little does he know that Aislynn is going to give him a run for the money and test his patience and endurance to the ultimate of limits. Can he withstand this most luscious enchantress and her breath taking delectable body.
A quote to Rhoenne's dilemma:
"You'll rue this, Montvale," Rhoenne said, and it was spoken between clenched teeth.
"Oh, I think not. She has the frame of a goddess and the features of Aphrodite. Further, she has an iron fist. You seem to need one. I grant her free use of it. Especially on your head."
The author has given us such a delight that I would call this book a keeper. Lusty, action packed, intriguing, deceitful, heart wrenching and down right luscious, this book is right up in leagues with authors such as Hannah Howell, Jo Beverley and many of the other epic writers of the current era of the Historic Romance genre'.
Aislynn who also refers to herself as the "Lady of the Brook" is gifted with healing skills and dreams of things to come. Petite, long dark trusses, brown green eyes with ivory skin, she is a sight to behold. She does not feel so pretty though as she is lanky and doesn't have all the proper curves that real women have so she does her best to hide herself under larger clothing. Aislynn is a very intelligent lass who is not afraid to look you straight in the eyes and her pierce seems to penetrate right to the soul.
Rhoenne Guy de Ramhurst is Lord of his own keep and large parcel of land. This gifted to him by King David of Scotland for services rendered to the crown and allegiance to His Highness. Rhoenne is a very large man, piercing blue eyes that seem to drink you in, blonde hair and abbs that any women in her right mind would love to caress over and over without thought to consequences.
Lord Montvale is a knight totally dedicated to his Lord in every possible way. Very handsome, he has no problem with having his share of the ladies. He is most often irritating, occasionally manipulating and not afraid to do whatever needs to be done to protect those he loves. More often than not this gets him into all out disagreements with his Lord.
The story starts us out with a chance meeting and a lucky one at that between Rhoenne and Aislynn. Rhoenne has been hurt badly and Aislynn is in her "Lady of the Brook" outfit praying to the Gods and Goddesses that might be. Luckily for Rhoenne, Aislynn is very skilled in the healing arts and has him righter than rain in no time.
Our story then finds us in Lord Rhoenne's keep with the Lord angered at the way his property has been taken care of in his absence. His half brother Brent is no where to be found because he is out looking for wenches as per his usual. Horny little bugger that he is, Brent is about to be put in his place the hard way. About the only thing Brent has done right this time is capture Aislynn but Rhoenne makes his claim to her as soon as he realizes who his brother has captured.
Rhoenne decides to give Aislynn total power over his keep which she puts to rights in no time and makes it a totally different place than what it was. Rhoenne's half sister who was in charge of the everyday chores is not very happy at this especially since Aislynn makes the woman do more than her share of the clean up to atone for the disgusting way in which the place what kept under her care.
Poor Rhoenne has made a vow of not seeding any woman because of a death curse. Little does he know that Aislynn is going to give him a run for the money and test his patience and endurance to the ultimate of limits. Can he withstand this most luscious enchantress and her breath taking delectable body.
A quote to Rhoenne's dilemma:
"You'll rue this, Montvale," Rhoenne said, and it was spoken between clenched teeth.
"Oh, I think not. She has the frame of a goddess and the features of Aphrodite. Further, she has an iron fist. You seem to need one. I grant her free use of it. Especially on your head."
The author has given us such a delight that I would call this book a keeper. Lusty, action packed, intriguing, deceitful, heart wrenching and down right luscious, this book is right up in leagues with authors such as Hannah Howell, Jo Beverley and many of the other epic writers of the current era of the Historic Romance genre'.
May 31, 2012
Sir Rohenne is a Norman night who is trying to maintain his keep. He frequently leaves his bastard born, half-brother in charge while defending his demesne. Each time he returns he faces serfs who are angry at how tough his brother has been, angry fathers who demand recompense for their stolen daughters and a general mess of a home. He needs someone strong to handle his home but does not necessarily want a wife. He is convinced there is a curse on his family that causes the death of any woman who bears a son into the family. While recovering from an injury, he encounters Aislynn who is a healer that mesmerizes him. He finds that he cannot let her go but is afraid to claim her because he does not want her to suffer because of the curse. Aislynn is convinced that the curse does not determine their destiny.
Just as they seem to becoming more comfortable with each other and their love for one another, a decision has to be made. What is more important in the end, their love, their loyalty to their friends and king, or the safety of their people?
I had a difficult time with the dialogue on this book. It wasn't difficult to read but the author seemed to go out of her way to create characters that didn't get to the point when they were speaking. The main characters were always "beating around the bush." I think this was her attempt to create sarcasm. I found myself frequently rereading the scenes to make sure I was getting the mood of the conversation.
The story line is well developed and the problems the hero and heroine faced were complex yet realistic. The author really developed the character of Harold (friend to both parties in the romance). Sir Harold will do anything in support of his liege lord. We are able to get inside of him as he tries to stay supportive to his friend, distant from the heroine and helpful to both.
Just as they seem to becoming more comfortable with each other and their love for one another, a decision has to be made. What is more important in the end, their love, their loyalty to their friends and king, or the safety of their people?
I had a difficult time with the dialogue on this book. It wasn't difficult to read but the author seemed to go out of her way to create characters that didn't get to the point when they were speaking. The main characters were always "beating around the bush." I think this was her attempt to create sarcasm. I found myself frequently rereading the scenes to make sure I was getting the mood of the conversation.
The story line is well developed and the problems the hero and heroine faced were complex yet realistic. The author really developed the character of Harold (friend to both parties in the romance). Sir Harold will do anything in support of his liege lord. We are able to get inside of him as he tries to stay supportive to his friend, distant from the heroine and helpful to both.
January 2, 2009
This was my second read by Jackie Ivie. "A Knight Well Spent" has a good plot, but the pace was so rough, it spoiled my enjoyment of the plot. I always felt as though I didn't really understand either the characters or their actions.
Aislynn was a foundling and now spends her time practicing her healing craft whenever she can get away from the miller family who took her in. When she heals a massive knightly-looking fellow of a spear wound, he rewards her with a kiss. The next day she's abducted by a lecherous Sassenach overlord and taken to the castle. There she discovers her captor isn't the overlord, his brother is. And his brother is none other than the knightly-looking fellow she healed. Suddenly, her life is no more her own, she's claimed by the overlord...as his chatelaine and healer.
Rhoenne won his lands by gift of the king. Winning the loyalty of his subjects is much harder. He's attracted to Aislynn but made a vow to never subject a woman to his family's curse...death in childbirth. But his time with Aislynn only deepens his attraction and soon he must make a choice between love and loyalty to his king.
Like I said, great plot...but the execution of it left me wanting.
Aislynn was a foundling and now spends her time practicing her healing craft whenever she can get away from the miller family who took her in. When she heals a massive knightly-looking fellow of a spear wound, he rewards her with a kiss. The next day she's abducted by a lecherous Sassenach overlord and taken to the castle. There she discovers her captor isn't the overlord, his brother is. And his brother is none other than the knightly-looking fellow she healed. Suddenly, her life is no more her own, she's claimed by the overlord...as his chatelaine and healer.
Rhoenne won his lands by gift of the king. Winning the loyalty of his subjects is much harder. He's attracted to Aislynn but made a vow to never subject a woman to his family's curse...death in childbirth. But his time with Aislynn only deepens his attraction and soon he must make a choice between love and loyalty to his king.
Like I said, great plot...but the execution of it left me wanting.
September 30, 2009
Ah, a good, cliche, romance novel. Sometimes it's just what a girl needs. Don't argue, it's true. And this one certainly fits the bill.
It's historical - accurate enough to get clothing pieces named correctly, and enough of the dialect down to be believably antique - which I appreciate.
So let's get down to the nitty-gritty. Yes, it's formulaic. Yes, yes, I know, I know, it has a half naked man on the cover. But let's face it girls, we don't get that kind of romance very often in the real world, right? And this one - THIS one actually has a story in it. Matter fact - for a bodice-ripping style marketing approach, there was actually only one scene with bodice ripping in it - and it isn't even the scene you think it is!
I have only one complaint (which I will, of course, address now). The author makes a little too much use of the triple dots of doom. You know, that dot dot dot that breaks up a phrase? But it's not too hard to get past that, and after that, it's a reasonably well done story.
Bottom line: I liked the characters, the story had me appropriately enthralled, and the ending was satisfying. A good read.
It's historical - accurate enough to get clothing pieces named correctly, and enough of the dialect down to be believably antique - which I appreciate.
So let's get down to the nitty-gritty. Yes, it's formulaic. Yes, yes, I know, I know, it has a half naked man on the cover. But let's face it girls, we don't get that kind of romance very often in the real world, right? And this one - THIS one actually has a story in it. Matter fact - for a bodice-ripping style marketing approach, there was actually only one scene with bodice ripping in it - and it isn't even the scene you think it is!
I have only one complaint (which I will, of course, address now). The author makes a little too much use of the triple dots of doom. You know, that dot dot dot that breaks up a phrase? But it's not too hard to get past that, and after that, it's a reasonably well done story.
Bottom line: I liked the characters, the story had me appropriately enthralled, and the ending was satisfying. A good read.
October 15, 2016
Udah baca banyak review yang bilang terjemahan buku ini amburadul, tapi aku tetep nekad meminjamnya. Dan hasilnya emang nyeseeeeeeel banget. Baru dapat 40an halaman udah gak sanggup nerusin lagi, saking bikin puyeng terjemahannya, bener-bener blank soal apa yang diomongin/diceritain buku ini. Kendala bahasa ini juga bikin susah memahami karakter Aislyn. Pas pertama nongol kayaknya dia galak bener, ngusir Rhoenne dari air terjunnya, tapi gak berapa lama karakternya udah berubah lagi. Duuuh...bingung membacanya.
September 10, 2015
I don't know why, but this was just a hard book to read. The plot was a real downer, but at least I finished it. The usual big misunderstanding in which the hero thinks the heroine was cheating on him with his best friend, but they made it look that way to save the hero - but would anyone tell him the truth? No! Uggh. 2.5/5
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September 20, 2011
Versi Indonesia diterbitkan oleh Gramedia (kalo tidak salah sih...), itu sebabnya saya membelinya. Dalam pemikiran saya, buku2 terbitan GPU biasanya bagus. Sayangnya ini tidak termasuk.
Membaca buku ini kok jadi teringat buku2 "Harlequin" deh, hanya saja dengan plot yang lebih jauh kompleks. Bukannya saya mendeskreditkan buku2 Harlequin sih... tapiiii... bagaimana yaa?? Jauh dari harapan sih. Hehehe...
Membaca buku ini kok jadi teringat buku2 "Harlequin" deh, hanya saja dengan plot yang lebih jauh kompleks. Bukannya saya mendeskreditkan buku2 Harlequin sih... tapiiii... bagaimana yaa?? Jauh dari harapan sih. Hehehe...
September 1, 2009
I'm not much of a romance reader, but I met the author at a local bookstore and she was so nice to chat with that I wound up buying this book. I thoroughly enjoyed it. It's well written, and was pretty easy to escape into. I liked it.
December 10, 2011
Saya tergoda membaca novel ini karena judulnya dan ringkasan ceritanya yang rada-rada berlatar belakang sejarah. Ya I am fans of historical story ...and found myself dissappointed after reading this novel karena hm....too many romance than the history itself.
September 4, 2013
It was hard to get the hang of the language, but I was successful. The most important thing was the sassiness of the characters. ESPECIALLY Sir Harold! I just couldn't get enough of him. Also loved how he argued continually with everyone in charge especially Lord Rhoenne. GREAT JOB!!! ;-D
March 5, 2014
A Knight Well Spent by Jackie Ivie
Rhoenne Guy de Ramhurst wounded with a spear head still in his leg he stumbles into a forest glade in the highlands, Aislynn heals him.
In the end her magic touch heals more than his wounds.
Rhoenne Guy de Ramhurst wounded with a spear head still in his leg he stumbles into a forest glade in the highlands, Aislynn heals him.
In the end her magic touch heals more than his wounds.
February 9, 2012
More like a three and a half stars. More later.
December 2, 2011
neh novel gagas yg penggunaan bahasany mubajir banget,kesanny macem baca buku terjemahan oak
February 14, 2012
Ntah mungkin terjemahan nya yang "jelek" jadi gak enjoy bacanya,capek ikutin jalan ceritanya...hiks...
February 15, 2012
kalo diliat dari sinopsisnya sih bagus.
pas awalnya,agak boring.
but,we will see.
pas awalnya,agak boring.
but,we will see.
June 28, 2012
STARS RATING: 2.5
sedikit aneh dengan tata bahasanya.
bingung dengan perpindahan setting-nya.
tapi ceritanya lumayaann.
sedikit aneh dengan tata bahasanya.
bingung dengan perpindahan setting-nya.
tapi ceritanya lumayaann.
October 3, 2013
Nail biting till the very end!
November 29, 2015
It was just okay. The main characters where a little to dramatic for me but great writing and not a bad story line.
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