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The Executioner Knights #6
Lord of the Sky
1217 A. D. – Executioner Knight Kevin de Lara finally has his moment to shine.
Kevin breaks out from under his powerful brother's shadow (Sean de Lara from Lord of the Shadows) and becomes a great knight on his own. But there's just one problem... the woman he loves may very well cause his downfall...
Since reconciling with his brother, Kevin has become a powerful garrison commander along the Welsh marches for the de Lara empire. As an agent of William Marshal, his directive is to keep the local Welsh barons under control at all costs, and Kevin becomes a diplomat.
But the Welsh lords only tell him what he wants to hear. Secretly, they are planning a rebellion to gain back de Lara properties they believe belong to the Welsh.
Juliandra ferch Gethin is a daughter of two worlds – a Welsh father, an English mother.
Juliandra’s father has committed an offense against the de Lara empire and has consequently been jailed. When Juliandra disguises herself as a servant and sneaks into the castle to free her father, she can’t get past Kevin. When he discovers her true identity, he formulates a plan to marry her simply to keep her father and his allies under control. It’s a tactic and nothing more.
Or so he thinks.
Sometimes the arrogance of a man is only exceeded by his love for a woman.
Join Kevin and Juliandra on their journey of rebellion, redemption, and the realization of a love that cannot be denied. Kevin married Juliandra to control the Welsh, but it’s very possible that she may be the one controlling the English… through him.
Kevin breaks out from under his powerful brother's shadow (Sean de Lara from Lord of the Shadows) and becomes a great knight on his own. But there's just one problem... the woman he loves may very well cause his downfall...
Since reconciling with his brother, Kevin has become a powerful garrison commander along the Welsh marches for the de Lara empire. As an agent of William Marshal, his directive is to keep the local Welsh barons under control at all costs, and Kevin becomes a diplomat.
But the Welsh lords only tell him what he wants to hear. Secretly, they are planning a rebellion to gain back de Lara properties they believe belong to the Welsh.
Juliandra ferch Gethin is a daughter of two worlds – a Welsh father, an English mother.
Juliandra’s father has committed an offense against the de Lara empire and has consequently been jailed. When Juliandra disguises herself as a servant and sneaks into the castle to free her father, she can’t get past Kevin. When he discovers her true identity, he formulates a plan to marry her simply to keep her father and his allies under control. It’s a tactic and nothing more.
Or so he thinks.
Sometimes the arrogance of a man is only exceeded by his love for a woman.
Join Kevin and Juliandra on their journey of rebellion, redemption, and the realization of a love that cannot be denied. Kevin married Juliandra to control the Welsh, but it’s very possible that she may be the one controlling the English… through him.
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Kathryn Le Veque
325 books2,086 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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November 5, 2020"Fall into the time of King John, the Crusades, and chivalrous knights in this wonderfully complex historical romance!"
Check out my full review at InD'Tale Magazine:
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Check out my full review at InD'Tale Magazine:
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August 8, 2020
First, it was wonderful reading about Sean de Lara again. He has always been a favorite character of mine from one of my favorite books, "Lord of Shadows." In addition, he plays a prominent, behind-the-scenes role in several books. But, this is Kevin's book. Kevin de Lara is Sean's younger brother and has also had roles in several books. He is an emotional, sensitive, conflicted character and a far from perfect type to be an "Executioner Knight." Just as the name implies, "Executioner Knights" know no bounds and must be, at times, heartless, ruthless, unquestioning, sometimes law bending in order to complete their tasks in defense of England. They are elite, premiere fighting machines, along with being clever, manipulative, battle tacticians who are fiercely loyal to England and each other. It is always "for the greater good" for them. While Kevin has all the the requisite skills and has been a successful "Executioner Knight" for many years, he has never become hardened to it all, has a conscience and agonizes over every move, mission and life lost. As has been told, he was brought into it all to balance out the "Executioner Knights" so they would not completely slip into the darkness that easily threatens each "Knight" in their horrific missions. However, it has all taken a deep, serious toll on Kevin which you can see in each book in which he appears. This is the book where it all comes to a head.
It was an terrific story, with several characters from the "Executioner Knights" series. We once again get to glimpse a young William de Wolfe (the "Wolfe"). And, oh he was a mischievous devil when he was young! The love story between Kevin and Juliandra is intense and fraught with challenges and conflicts. Juliandra is a wonderful character and is just what Kevin needs. Overall, it was an excellent book!
It was an terrific story, with several characters from the "Executioner Knights" series. We once again get to glimpse a young William de Wolfe (the "Wolfe"). And, oh he was a mischievous devil when he was young! The love story between Kevin and Juliandra is intense and fraught with challenges and conflicts. Juliandra is a wonderful character and is just what Kevin needs. Overall, it was an excellent book!
July 31, 2020
Lord of the Sky
The Executioner Knights Series #6
Kathryn Le Veque
https://www.facebook.com/kathrynleveq...
Release date 08/06/2020
Publisher Dragonblade Publishing
Blurb :
1217 A. D. – Executioner Knight Kevin de Lara finally has his moment to shine.
Kevin breaks out from under his powerful brother's shadow (Sean de Lara from Lord of the Shadows) and becomes a great knight on his own. But there's just one problem... the woman he loves may very well cause his downfall when one strategic lie begins to unravel...
Since reconciling with his brother, Kevin has become a powerful garrison commander along the Welsh marches for the de Lara empire. As an agent of William Marshal, his directive is to keep the local Welsh barons under control at all costs, and Kevin becomes a diplomat.
But the Welsh lords only tell him what he wants to hear. Secretly, they are planning a rebellion to gain back de Lara properties they believe belong to the Welsh.
Juliandra ferch Gethin is a daughter of two worlds – a Welsh father, an English mother.
Juliandra’s father has committed an offense against the de Lara empire and has consequently been jailed. When Juliandra disguises herself as a servant and sneaks into the castle to free her father, she can’t get past Kevin. When he discovers her true identity, he formulates a plan to marry her simply to keep her father and his allies under control. It’s a tactic and nothing more.
Or so he thinks.
Sometimes the arrogance of a man is only exceeded by his love for a woman.
Join Kevin and Juliandra on their journey of rebellion, redemption, and the realization of a love that cannot be denied. Kevin married Juliandra to control the Welsh, but it’s very possible that she may be the one controlling the English… through him.
Lord of the Sky is a love story you won’t want to miss.
My review :
Will a deception created for protection impede his future deeper than he expected ...
While I struggle to remember who is who and my dyslexia never not helps, this was an entertaining read.
The opening scene sets the pace, much more different from the previous book, my first read by Mrs Le Veque. While I laughed in Caius’ tale, here the prologue is so very much more dramatic and calls to another book The Lord of Shadows, maybe I will read it later.
Kevin is seen as a balance among the executioner knights, he sees the world as in black and white with no middle ground in between.
Why the only one time he strays from his righteous path it might cost him more than his peace of mind as his deception is not the small lie he expected.
And the more time passes, the more a deceit is seen as worse than it was at first.
Juliandra is a trustworthy and honorable woman, why she came as soon as she could to free her father, then enters the bargain offered to see him released. Thus Kevin’s trickery will be felt as a treason more than a little lie.
Their romance is sweet yet I awaited for the second shoes to drop, and how everything would unravel, and it did.
Mrs Le Veque delivers a cute tale of a man who will face his guilt to decide what is worth it and the woman who pierces his heart without an arrow by just being herself.
4.5 stars
I was granted an advance copy by the publisher Dragonblade Publishing, here is my true and unbiased opinion.
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The Executioner Knights Series #6
Kathryn Le Veque
https://www.facebook.com/kathrynleveq...
Release date 08/06/2020
Publisher Dragonblade Publishing
Blurb :
1217 A. D. – Executioner Knight Kevin de Lara finally has his moment to shine.
Kevin breaks out from under his powerful brother's shadow (Sean de Lara from Lord of the Shadows) and becomes a great knight on his own. But there's just one problem... the woman he loves may very well cause his downfall when one strategic lie begins to unravel...
Since reconciling with his brother, Kevin has become a powerful garrison commander along the Welsh marches for the de Lara empire. As an agent of William Marshal, his directive is to keep the local Welsh barons under control at all costs, and Kevin becomes a diplomat.
But the Welsh lords only tell him what he wants to hear. Secretly, they are planning a rebellion to gain back de Lara properties they believe belong to the Welsh.
Juliandra ferch Gethin is a daughter of two worlds – a Welsh father, an English mother.
Juliandra’s father has committed an offense against the de Lara empire and has consequently been jailed. When Juliandra disguises herself as a servant and sneaks into the castle to free her father, she can’t get past Kevin. When he discovers her true identity, he formulates a plan to marry her simply to keep her father and his allies under control. It’s a tactic and nothing more.
Or so he thinks.
Sometimes the arrogance of a man is only exceeded by his love for a woman.
Join Kevin and Juliandra on their journey of rebellion, redemption, and the realization of a love that cannot be denied. Kevin married Juliandra to control the Welsh, but it’s very possible that she may be the one controlling the English… through him.
Lord of the Sky is a love story you won’t want to miss.
My review :
Will a deception created for protection impede his future deeper than he expected ...
While I struggle to remember who is who and my dyslexia never not helps, this was an entertaining read.
The opening scene sets the pace, much more different from the previous book, my first read by Mrs Le Veque. While I laughed in Caius’ tale, here the prologue is so very much more dramatic and calls to another book The Lord of Shadows, maybe I will read it later.
Kevin is seen as a balance among the executioner knights, he sees the world as in black and white with no middle ground in between.
Why the only one time he strays from his righteous path it might cost him more than his peace of mind as his deception is not the small lie he expected.
And the more time passes, the more a deceit is seen as worse than it was at first.
Juliandra is a trustworthy and honorable woman, why she came as soon as she could to free her father, then enters the bargain offered to see him released. Thus Kevin’s trickery will be felt as a treason more than a little lie.
Their romance is sweet yet I awaited for the second shoes to drop, and how everything would unravel, and it did.
Mrs Le Veque delivers a cute tale of a man who will face his guilt to decide what is worth it and the woman who pierces his heart without an arrow by just being herself.
4.5 stars
I was granted an advance copy by the publisher Dragonblade Publishing, here is my true and unbiased opinion.
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November 8, 2020
Rating: 4.5/5.0
Fall into the time of King John, the Crusades, and chivalrous knights in this wonderfully complex historical romance.
Read full review in the 2020 November issue of InD'tale Magazine.
Fall into the time of King John, the Crusades, and chivalrous knights in this wonderfully complex historical romance.
Read full review in the 2020 November issue of InD'tale Magazine.
August 26, 2020
What can I say, it's just fantastic as always. Wonderful story strong characters everything that is a great book to read. Can't wait for her next one!
July 25, 2020
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
💋💋
Outstanding book!
A Sweet knight in shining armour, that’s Kevin de Lara.
He’s tough, powerful and honourable.
But this guy has feelings, he has a tenderness about him that most knights lack.
It’s truly beautiful to see.
His partner is Juliandra ferch Gethin , a stunningly beautiful and sweet little gem.
His heart is hers from the beginning, but he’s not the only one who want her for himself, he has an enemy who will stop at nothing to win the Lady.
With excellent writing and the stunning backdrop of the Welsh borders , this book takes you on a journey, not just country wide but of the heart.
Pushing your feelings to the extreme, as two young people try to journey through the trials before them.
Many favourites and some new characters join our Executioner Knights.
A Brilliant I book loved every page, I have go back and read Sean’s book again now , Kathryn’s writing is so addictive.
For more info on Sean de Lara read ,
Shadow Lord.
I received an Arc copy of this book and chose to post this review
💋💋
Outstanding book!
A Sweet knight in shining armour, that’s Kevin de Lara.
He’s tough, powerful and honourable.
But this guy has feelings, he has a tenderness about him that most knights lack.
It’s truly beautiful to see.
His partner is Juliandra ferch Gethin , a stunningly beautiful and sweet little gem.
His heart is hers from the beginning, but he’s not the only one who want her for himself, he has an enemy who will stop at nothing to win the Lady.
With excellent writing and the stunning backdrop of the Welsh borders , this book takes you on a journey, not just country wide but of the heart.
Pushing your feelings to the extreme, as two young people try to journey through the trials before them.
Many favourites and some new characters join our Executioner Knights.
A Brilliant I book loved every page, I have go back and read Sean’s book again now , Kathryn’s writing is so addictive.
For more info on Sean de Lara read ,
Shadow Lord.
I received an Arc copy of this book and chose to post this review
August 9, 2020
An Executioner Knight, strong, brave, but also the moral compass for the group of fierce fighting machines. Kevin de Lara, was very pious, moral and not the cold blooded killer as many.
He had the most heart, which often made it difficult, but also made him see and feel more.
But now after being gifted lands along the Welsh marches and acquiring more and more property, the Welsh are wanting their land back and Juliandra ferch Gethin comes into Kevin's life.
Disguised as a servant to get into the castle to rescue her father, she is soon found out and tries to bargain with Kevin. With the Welsh warlords about to attack, he knows Juliandra has knowledge to help him when it does.
A story of the heart, with amazing characters and descriptions that throw you into the mist of this tale. Kathryn LeVeque is a master and it shows in every word and page that will leave you with a sigh as you turn the last page!
He had the most heart, which often made it difficult, but also made him see and feel more.
But now after being gifted lands along the Welsh marches and acquiring more and more property, the Welsh are wanting their land back and Juliandra ferch Gethin comes into Kevin's life.
Disguised as a servant to get into the castle to rescue her father, she is soon found out and tries to bargain with Kevin. With the Welsh warlords about to attack, he knows Juliandra has knowledge to help him when it does.
A story of the heart, with amazing characters and descriptions that throw you into the mist of this tale. Kathryn LeVeque is a master and it shows in every word and page that will leave you with a sigh as you turn the last page!
July 26, 2020
Kevin de Lara is now a commander in his own right. He has three castles on the Welsh marches and has just taken control of one just inside Wales. The locals are not happy to have an Englishman around especially when he costs them money. Our hero is an emotional and extremely honourable man. Years of working for the devious William Marshall have made a mark on him that he struggles with.
Juliandra ferch Gethin is the daughter of a wealthy merchant. Our heroine is a strong woman, used to having control of her own life. When she finds herself in a predicament she knows there are ways to solve it.
A man with a powerful obsession and access to an army can cause a lot of dangerous problems.
Our author certainly knows how to put our emotions on a rollercoaster. Before you pick up this book make sure you have nothing else to do, because you will not be able to put it down. You will need tissues. You will meet many old friends from other books and one naughty young Squire with a big future. I now want to see what he gets up to next.
I absolutely love all of this author's work. The characters always have such depth you want to know about every aspect of their lives.
I loved every page.
Juliandra ferch Gethin is the daughter of a wealthy merchant. Our heroine is a strong woman, used to having control of her own life. When she finds herself in a predicament she knows there are ways to solve it.
A man with a powerful obsession and access to an army can cause a lot of dangerous problems.
Our author certainly knows how to put our emotions on a rollercoaster. Before you pick up this book make sure you have nothing else to do, because you will not be able to put it down. You will need tissues. You will meet many old friends from other books and one naughty young Squire with a big future. I now want to see what he gets up to next.
I absolutely love all of this author's work. The characters always have such depth you want to know about every aspect of their lives.
I loved every page.
August 16, 2020
Excellent as always
The backdrops, settings, and characters made this story!! I feel in love the characters and how they came together and in the end you have to fight for the love of family and the person you lo e most!!
The backdrops, settings, and characters made this story!! I feel in love the characters and how they came together and in the end you have to fight for the love of family and the person you lo e most!!
August 6, 2020
Lord of the Sky by Kathryn Le Veque
Executioner Knights are the ultimate Kathryn Le Veque books, but this one took my heart ❤️
Compromising your Principles will take a toll on your emotional being! I used to hate when someone would say what do you think of my new hairstyle? I would think twice about should I really tell them what I think because they asked for my honest opinion just like these reviews. However, most people want you to soft soap things for them to make them feel better about themselves. Sometimes that is not always good. Just as in the book.
Kevin De Lara has always been the conscience of the Executioner Knights. He is the one who maintains the balance of the white line. He does not cross over to the other side of the black line as his brother, Sean. He abhorred the fact that Sean had to do so much so of the dirty work and seen the evil of people while on the dark side.
In this book, Kevin receives his own castles and he ends up having to make a decision that is for the good of his people and his command, but it may have been what we would term a minor white lie, it still is a lie. This grievous lie was told to one woman who for the first time that Kevin was having feelings for and if she were to find about the lie it would not only disappoint her, but it could also cause issues with the very people he was trying to convince to hear his opinions.
The lie was eating at Kevin’s soul the longer he was getting closer to the woman he loved. After they married and they were finally able to come together he thought he would be able to come clean about the lie. He kept putting off telling her.
I can only imagine the inner turmoil that he was going through at this time. He was falling in love with this beautiful, innocent, trusting woman and he basically betrayed her by not giving her the initial chance at the very beginning to offer the same information without being coerced with a lie possibly. Now that he had already embroiled himself in this lie, he was floundering because he was always the white knight and he didn’t know how to handle being a dark knight. How sad for him and her when and if she finds out!
The big is just plain genius on how she draws out Kevin’s pain and his feelings about choices and he finally respects the way his brother Sean and the other Executioner Knights make the decisions that they do, but he still can’t do what they do and handle the inner self because it eats at him.
To discover what happens next is the most ultimate ending of all time!
I received a advanced copy from NetGalley and I am willingly giving my thoughts and opinions.
Executioner Knights are the ultimate Kathryn Le Veque books, but this one took my heart ❤️
Compromising your Principles will take a toll on your emotional being! I used to hate when someone would say what do you think of my new hairstyle? I would think twice about should I really tell them what I think because they asked for my honest opinion just like these reviews. However, most people want you to soft soap things for them to make them feel better about themselves. Sometimes that is not always good. Just as in the book.
Kevin De Lara has always been the conscience of the Executioner Knights. He is the one who maintains the balance of the white line. He does not cross over to the other side of the black line as his brother, Sean. He abhorred the fact that Sean had to do so much so of the dirty work and seen the evil of people while on the dark side.
In this book, Kevin receives his own castles and he ends up having to make a decision that is for the good of his people and his command, but it may have been what we would term a minor white lie, it still is a lie. This grievous lie was told to one woman who for the first time that Kevin was having feelings for and if she were to find about the lie it would not only disappoint her, but it could also cause issues with the very people he was trying to convince to hear his opinions.
The lie was eating at Kevin’s soul the longer he was getting closer to the woman he loved. After they married and they were finally able to come together he thought he would be able to come clean about the lie. He kept putting off telling her.
I can only imagine the inner turmoil that he was going through at this time. He was falling in love with this beautiful, innocent, trusting woman and he basically betrayed her by not giving her the initial chance at the very beginning to offer the same information without being coerced with a lie possibly. Now that he had already embroiled himself in this lie, he was floundering because he was always the white knight and he didn’t know how to handle being a dark knight. How sad for him and her when and if she finds out!
The big is just plain genius on how she draws out Kevin’s pain and his feelings about choices and he finally respects the way his brother Sean and the other Executioner Knights make the decisions that they do, but he still can’t do what they do and handle the inner self because it eats at him.
To discover what happens next is the most ultimate ending of all time!
I received a advanced copy from NetGalley and I am willingly giving my thoughts and opinions.
November 11, 2021
Honestly, I wasn't dying for Kevin de Lara's story, but as I started reading it, I really got into it. I never disliked him, but I thought he was too hard on his brother, Sean, in previous books. They did get things patched up in another book, laying down the groundwork for Sean to be a major character in this book. As a matter of fact, the book starts out with a dramatic scene where Kevin is desperate to save Sean's life. I knew I had a great book on my hands when I started it with a good cry.
Kevin rarely sees areas of gray. Either it's right or it's wrong. There are no in-betweens. He's noble, honest, self-righteous, and is judgmental. As one of the Executioner Knights said, he brings "balance" to this elite group. Imagine what happens when this pious yet brutish knight tells a big lie to Juliandra in order to get information from her. And, like lies tend to do, it snowballed into epic proportions and it cost him almost everything he had.
Juliandra is a Welsh woman, the daughter of a wealthy merchant, and goes to Wybren Castle to pay the road toll her father refused to pay and was arrested when he tried to get around it. Kevin realizes that she is a local and can be of great help to him with getting to know the ways and the people of Wales and tells her if she stays for a certain amount of time and teaches him things and tells him what he needs to know, he will release her father. She wasn't forced or abducted and was actually quite an asset to the operations of the castle. But it was a lie.
Kevin really pined over it all, especially when they fell in love. He knew he had to come clean, but he was in so deep, he didn't know how. He hated lying even for the greater good and to lie to Juliandra made it so much worse. But as things go, she found out and things really went to hell.
This book rocked my world. It started out with such power and it never let up. There were feels, angst, some rated PG-13 steam, and brotherly love. All of these elements catapulted into probably the best epilogue I've ever read. There was so much emotion...wow. I read it twice just because of that.
I was expecting this to be a sleepy book about a character that was part of previous books in the series that didn't make a huge impact on me. It turned out to be a powerhouse.
I loved it.
Kevin rarely sees areas of gray. Either it's right or it's wrong. There are no in-betweens. He's noble, honest, self-righteous, and is judgmental. As one of the Executioner Knights said, he brings "balance" to this elite group. Imagine what happens when this pious yet brutish knight tells a big lie to Juliandra in order to get information from her. And, like lies tend to do, it snowballed into epic proportions and it cost him almost everything he had.
Juliandra is a Welsh woman, the daughter of a wealthy merchant, and goes to Wybren Castle to pay the road toll her father refused to pay and was arrested when he tried to get around it. Kevin realizes that she is a local and can be of great help to him with getting to know the ways and the people of Wales and tells her if she stays for a certain amount of time and teaches him things and tells him what he needs to know, he will release her father. She wasn't forced or abducted and was actually quite an asset to the operations of the castle. But it was a lie.
Kevin really pined over it all, especially when they fell in love. He knew he had to come clean, but he was in so deep, he didn't know how. He hated lying even for the greater good and to lie to Juliandra made it so much worse. But as things go, she found out and things really went to hell.
This book rocked my world. It started out with such power and it never let up. There were feels, angst, some rated PG-13 steam, and brotherly love. All of these elements catapulted into probably the best epilogue I've ever read. There was so much emotion...wow. I read it twice just because of that.
I was expecting this to be a sleepy book about a character that was part of previous books in the series that didn't make a huge impact on me. It turned out to be a powerhouse.
I loved it.
August 6, 2020
Lord of the Sky by Kathryn Le Veque is the story of Kevin de Lara, one of the Executioner Knights and a knight who has appeared in many Le Veque novels. It is a touching story of how a small lie can turn life changing and change the world. King John is dead, his brother Sean has survived, and Kevin has come to the realization that he cannot continue as he has been. He cannot blindly take orders and do things that go against his nature, no matter what he has sworn to do. Through his recent marriage to Sheridan, Sean has become a baron so he gives the Trilaterals to Kevin and for the first time, Kevin has something of his own. He goes to the border and negotiates with a dying, heirless lord there to also take over Wybren Castle and the surrounding lands. He knows the Welsh don't want him there but he is determined to be a good and fair lord. One of his many acts is to impose tolls on several roads, giving half the money raised to the poor. Gethin ap Garreg runs afoul of one of these tolls and in the process of being arrested; he falls off his horse and is killed. A fact Kevin fails to mention to his daughter Juliandra when she come to fetch him several days later.
Kevin is a terrific character. He is the perennial younger brother, at war with himself, trying to see himself as good as his older brother. He is a good, fair, honest man in a world what doesn't always respect these traits. He has never been in love. Although it is his long-term plan to marry and have children, he wants to marry for love. He has seen his brother, Sean and his wife, Sheridan and it wants that for himself. Juliandra is bright, beautiful, and independent and it is not long before they are in love, and soon, married. This novel is not a typical Le Veque novel. I do not recall a main character behaving as Kevin does (no spoilers) and it is revealing and much in tune with his character. As always, I love it and I want readers to love it as well. I recommend it. Please read Lord the the Sky.
I was invited to read a free ARC of Lord of the Sky by Dragonblade through Netgalley. All opinions and interpretations contained herein are solely my own. #netgalley #lordofthesky
Kevin is a terrific character. He is the perennial younger brother, at war with himself, trying to see himself as good as his older brother. He is a good, fair, honest man in a world what doesn't always respect these traits. He has never been in love. Although it is his long-term plan to marry and have children, he wants to marry for love. He has seen his brother, Sean and his wife, Sheridan and it wants that for himself. Juliandra is bright, beautiful, and independent and it is not long before they are in love, and soon, married. This novel is not a typical Le Veque novel. I do not recall a main character behaving as Kevin does (no spoilers) and it is revealing and much in tune with his character. As always, I love it and I want readers to love it as well. I recommend it. Please read Lord the the Sky.
I was invited to read a free ARC of Lord of the Sky by Dragonblade through Netgalley. All opinions and interpretations contained herein are solely my own. #netgalley #lordofthesky
September 3, 2020
Kevin de Lara is one of the executioner knights for William Marshal. After Kevin sees Sean, his beloved brother, is brutally wounded he saves and hides him from the King. Kevin decides to leave the executioner knights due to what happened so Sean gifts Kevin the Lord of Trilaterals title. The Trilaterals is on the Welsh Marshes and Kevin now has Wybren castle and is in command of his own men. The Welsh are very hostile to Kevin even though he tries to do good and help the people. When an old merchant man refuses to pay the toll to cross the land he is taken instead. His daughter Juliandra ferch Gethin goes to get him. Kevin makes a deal with Juliandra give him information about the Welsh and she can get her father back. As Juliandra gets to know Kevin a strong attraction develops between them. Kevin also finds that he doesn’t want Juliandra to leave even though another Welsh warlord wants Juliandra for his own. Kevin must find a way to stop the brewing war with the Welsh even though his love for Juliandra could cost him everything.
What a fantastically written wonderful story of family, deception, betrayal and a beautiful love story told with not only the stunning display of pageantry but also horrors of war. The separation of the protagonists and then coming back together didn’t reinforce a strong bond though. Kevin might have played second fiddle to his all important brother and the rest of the knights encircling him; he manages to take charge and be a very strong leader. Yes, it’s hard not to fall for him and his gentle loyal chivalric ways but he still is not afraid to hurt the ones that he loves the most. Kevin is more emotional and makes pretty big mistakes but he still tries his best to be a good guy. Juliandra seems the perfect fit for him. Sure she is a just a merchant’s daughter but still is very much a lady. There are moments when you just hate her but manage to forgive her anyway. Ms. Le Veque never ceases to amaze us with her captivating way of weaving an enchanting tale that will capture everyone’s attention!
What a fantastically written wonderful story of family, deception, betrayal and a beautiful love story told with not only the stunning display of pageantry but also horrors of war. The separation of the protagonists and then coming back together didn’t reinforce a strong bond though. Kevin might have played second fiddle to his all important brother and the rest of the knights encircling him; he manages to take charge and be a very strong leader. Yes, it’s hard not to fall for him and his gentle loyal chivalric ways but he still is not afraid to hurt the ones that he loves the most. Kevin is more emotional and makes pretty big mistakes but he still tries his best to be a good guy. Juliandra seems the perfect fit for him. Sure she is a just a merchant’s daughter but still is very much a lady. There are moments when you just hate her but manage to forgive her anyway. Ms. Le Veque never ceases to amaze us with her captivating way of weaving an enchanting tale that will capture everyone’s attention!
August 8, 2020
First, I have to say I truly appreciate when an author gives us a blurb prior to the story. I always have to go to the author's Amazon page to get the jest of the story. A weird quirk I know - lol. Then you add to it the author's notes and I was in Heaven!
The opening scene with the H's brother Sean was heart pounding!
I do not like stories that are based in part by twisting truths. So it took me awhile to get into the story, but once I started to think of it from a Warlord's perspective and keeping everyone safe, I had a change of heart. Not giving spoiler's away, but I was always waiting for the shoe to drop, as they say, and all would be unveiled. Even though I thought I prepared myself, I wasn't prepared. Oh, how my heart ached for the h and especially the H because this wasn't who he was and it ate at him. The Lord's name is used once.
There is lovemaking within marriage, heat level 2 out of 5. Parts of the questions/statements the h said on her wedding night made me laugh.
As I'm sure many of you are like I am and you pre-order all books by this author because she gives you more than you expect. I loved how we meet up with old friends from previous stories, who feel like family now. It's like going to a family reunion and only having the best relatives show up. I still love it how we get a glimpse of William de Wolfe when he is a teenager. I hope we get to revisit him again because it warms my heart to still have him be part of these stories.
I really felt the way the author wrote the epilogue, is one of her best. You could feel the sorrow and anguish of the H.
No cheating, no cliffhanger, HEA, romance and a small tad of spice. I liked how he became The Lord of the Sky! (ljb)
The opening scene with the H's brother Sean was heart pounding!
I do not like stories that are based in part by twisting truths. So it took me awhile to get into the story, but once I started to think of it from a Warlord's perspective and keeping everyone safe, I had a change of heart. Not giving spoiler's away, but I was always waiting for the shoe to drop, as they say, and all would be unveiled. Even though I thought I prepared myself, I wasn't prepared. Oh, how my heart ached for the h and especially the H because this wasn't who he was and it ate at him. The Lord's name is used once.
There is lovemaking within marriage, heat level 2 out of 5. Parts of the questions/statements the h said on her wedding night made me laugh.
As I'm sure many of you are like I am and you pre-order all books by this author because she gives you more than you expect. I loved how we meet up with old friends from previous stories, who feel like family now. It's like going to a family reunion and only having the best relatives show up. I still love it how we get a glimpse of William de Wolfe when he is a teenager. I hope we get to revisit him again because it warms my heart to still have him be part of these stories.
I really felt the way the author wrote the epilogue, is one of her best. You could feel the sorrow and anguish of the H.
No cheating, no cliffhanger, HEA, romance and a small tad of spice. I liked how he became The Lord of the Sky! (ljb)
August 12, 2020
KEVIN!!!! Oh my goodness!! This book was amazing and well worth the wait!! I loved this entire story!! Kevin de Lara made for a vulnerable strong hero and it was better than I could have hoped for him. The interactions with Sean made for the best evolution of family and character. The strong roles of new and old Executioner Knights made you feel like you were catching up with old friends. And as a de Wolfe fan, young William is the best! Getting a glimpse of him before his story is fun!
Our heroin is great, she is strong but caring and I love her match with Kevin. She allows him to find strength and normalcy in his emotions and they make the best power couple for the Marches.
The story is humorous at times, the wedding night is so incredibly written you can feel the awkward tension but excitement as you read through, endearing their love story to the reader even more. The last parts of the book and epilogue are an emotional roller coaster that definitely saw tears of joy and sorrow from me as I read. Watching Kevin wrestle over the entire story with his moral standards is emotional and you can feel his struggle, probably more so because Ive read all the other stories where he appears and that is pretty much his signature character trait.
This book was absolutely AMAZING and it is one that will get read again!!!
Our heroin is great, she is strong but caring and I love her match with Kevin. She allows him to find strength and normalcy in his emotions and they make the best power couple for the Marches.
The story is humorous at times, the wedding night is so incredibly written you can feel the awkward tension but excitement as you read through, endearing their love story to the reader even more. The last parts of the book and epilogue are an emotional roller coaster that definitely saw tears of joy and sorrow from me as I read. Watching Kevin wrestle over the entire story with his moral standards is emotional and you can feel his struggle, probably more so because Ive read all the other stories where he appears and that is pretty much his signature character trait.
This book was absolutely AMAZING and it is one that will get read again!!!
August 5, 2020
This incredibly exciting and well-written book keeps the reader on the edge of their seats throughout. Life is politically dangerous and fraught with betrayal and rebellion in the era after the death of King John. I felt myself being drawn into the plot and could fully imagine the sights, sounds, and smell of battle. Kevin's bother is on his death bed and cedes property in Wales to him, leaving him unprepared to command a garrison with enemies surrounding him. Bringing law and order to the wild Welsh warlords takes strength and courage, but when confronted by a young woman who entered the keep on the pretext of singing for her supper, Kevin compromises his honour for the first time in his life. Juliandra does have a beautiful singing voice, but her physical beauty draws Kevin as well. When he realises that she can be of more help to him than the rest of the Welsh inhabitants, he offers to marry her. Unfortunately, secrets have a way of being revealed and Kevin almost loses her in the ensuing battle. I found this book well researched and enthralling and enjoyed the interaction between Kevin and Juliandra. Certainly, this story would make a very exciting movie. I received a copy of this novel as a gift through Netgalley and this is my honest ad voluntary review.
August 7, 2020
This book starts out very emotional when Kevin de Lara and William Marshall’s Executioner Knights are trying to rescue his brother Sean de Lara the “Lord of Shadows”. They find him severely wounded and on deaths door and his emotional roller coaster his brother hangs on to dear life has Kevin faces regrets that he and his brother had been estranged.
Kevin deLara has been given a powerful castle along the Welsh marches and he’s trying to bring the area to law and order when he encounters Juliandra ferch Gethin. Juliandra come to his castle to buy her father’s freedom and ends up bargaining with Kevin in an exchange. After all Juliandra knows the area and the people, she has information he needs, but he has to tell a lie to her to get her cooperation. For unknown to him the Welsh warlords are planning a rebellion to run him off their lands and Juliandra could be a key turning point in this war. For Kevin the lie eats at his soul, he’s always been the honest one, the conscious of the Executioner Knights, but he justifies as a means to an end. The two gradually fall in love and the truth comes out and destroy everything they built together. I have voluntarily read and reviewed the excellent book.
Kevin deLara has been given a powerful castle along the Welsh marches and he’s trying to bring the area to law and order when he encounters Juliandra ferch Gethin. Juliandra come to his castle to buy her father’s freedom and ends up bargaining with Kevin in an exchange. After all Juliandra knows the area and the people, she has information he needs, but he has to tell a lie to her to get her cooperation. For unknown to him the Welsh warlords are planning a rebellion to run him off their lands and Juliandra could be a key turning point in this war. For Kevin the lie eats at his soul, he’s always been the honest one, the conscious of the Executioner Knights, but he justifies as a means to an end. The two gradually fall in love and the truth comes out and destroy everything they built together. I have voluntarily read and reviewed the excellent book.
August 7, 2020
Kevin de Lara is the second son and has always followed orders. Now he has the chance to give the commands. Wanting to prove himself as a great but benevolent commander when things go awry.
Juliandra is seeking to have an audience with the new Lord who has captured her father for not paying his toll. When she is unable to get an audience Juliandra gets into the castle where she is to entertain the new Lord by singing! Getting the attention of the new commander Juliandra presents her case. Unable to gain information on the Welsh Kevin strikes a deal with Juliandra to stay at the castle and provide him information on the Welsh and in return he will let her father go when he has all the information he seeks.
Kevin has always been the righteous one of the Executioner Knights but when he lies for the greater good he has to live with the repercussions of his actions. Guilt can tear you apart and Kevin could lose more than he ever bargained for.
This is such a wonderful story! I loved Kevin and felt for him throughout this story. This one definitely squeezed the heart strings! Definitely a must read!
Juliandra is seeking to have an audience with the new Lord who has captured her father for not paying his toll. When she is unable to get an audience Juliandra gets into the castle where she is to entertain the new Lord by singing! Getting the attention of the new commander Juliandra presents her case. Unable to gain information on the Welsh Kevin strikes a deal with Juliandra to stay at the castle and provide him information on the Welsh and in return he will let her father go when he has all the information he seeks.
Kevin has always been the righteous one of the Executioner Knights but when he lies for the greater good he has to live with the repercussions of his actions. Guilt can tear you apart and Kevin could lose more than he ever bargained for.
This is such a wonderful story! I loved Kevin and felt for him throughout this story. This one definitely squeezed the heart strings! Definitely a must read!
August 10, 2020
4 stars
A different story for me. I've read quite a few of this series so I was familiar with some of the characters. Kevin, the hero, was normally very morally strong and in fact he'd been saddened by the action of some of his companion knights. In this story he meets his nemesis in the form of having to tell lies to gain Juliandra's help and friendship. It all goes quite badly wrong after their marriage and there's some time before there's a HEA. I liked the idea of Kevin repairing to Brighton to get his head back in the game. Wikipedia tells me that Brigton would probably have been called Brighthelmstone at that time. It took me some time to rid myself of the images of nudist beach and regency pavillion!
I think you will like this story and it's less gory than some of the others and a nice build up in the romance.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own
A different story for me. I've read quite a few of this series so I was familiar with some of the characters. Kevin, the hero, was normally very morally strong and in fact he'd been saddened by the action of some of his companion knights. In this story he meets his nemesis in the form of having to tell lies to gain Juliandra's help and friendship. It all goes quite badly wrong after their marriage and there's some time before there's a HEA. I liked the idea of Kevin repairing to Brighton to get his head back in the game. Wikipedia tells me that Brigton would probably have been called Brighthelmstone at that time. It took me some time to rid myself of the images of nudist beach and regency pavillion!
I think you will like this story and it's less gory than some of the others and a nice build up in the romance.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own
January 31, 2022
Kevin and Julieandra.
Kevin is one of The Marshal’s Executioner Knights and the brother to Sean de Lara, the Lord of the Shadows. Kevin resigns his commission after Sean almost dies serving the Marshal against King John. Sean gifts Kevin the title and lands of the Lord of the trilaterals and Kevin quickly has his first command. Then he takes a castle and land in Wales where the local warlords let him know he is not welcome. He meets Juliandra when she shows up at the castle to free her father from Kevins vault. He convinces her to stay and work off her fathers debt. They quickly become attracted to each other and marry but things are not as they seem. There marriage started in deception which grew out of control. The story was good and I enjoyed it but not as much as the others so far. Kevin not the bad ass the other knights were and I didn’t care for that. Also, I missed the battles.
Kevin is one of The Marshal’s Executioner Knights and the brother to Sean de Lara, the Lord of the Shadows. Kevin resigns his commission after Sean almost dies serving the Marshal against King John. Sean gifts Kevin the title and lands of the Lord of the trilaterals and Kevin quickly has his first command. Then he takes a castle and land in Wales where the local warlords let him know he is not welcome. He meets Juliandra when she shows up at the castle to free her father from Kevins vault. He convinces her to stay and work off her fathers debt. They quickly become attracted to each other and marry but things are not as they seem. There marriage started in deception which grew out of control. The story was good and I enjoyed it but not as much as the others so far. Kevin not the bad ass the other knights were and I didn’t care for that. Also, I missed the battles.
July 31, 2020
This author never ceases to amaze me with her stories, each and every one of them are so full of adventure and romance and I for one, am awestruck by what comes out of her imagination! This one is no exception and you can't help but fall in love with the main characters, Juliandra and Kevin.
I absolutely adored Kevin because for a warrior, he's got such a tender heart and although he gets himself in trouble by doing something that is completely out of character...lying....he does everything he can to right the wrong with Juliandra when she finds out the truth. As for Juliandra, all she wants is to find a good man and be loved, as well as help free her father. There are some scenes that had me reaching for the tissues, that's how powerful Kathryn Le Veque's writing is.
I received an ARC of this book via NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
I absolutely adored Kevin because for a warrior, he's got such a tender heart and although he gets himself in trouble by doing something that is completely out of character...lying....he does everything he can to right the wrong with Juliandra when she finds out the truth. As for Juliandra, all she wants is to find a good man and be loved, as well as help free her father. There are some scenes that had me reaching for the tissues, that's how powerful Kathryn Le Veque's writing is.
I received an ARC of this book via NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
July 29, 2020
This is the first book I have read by this author and enjoyed it. It is a romance that appears to be secondary to the warriors and the fighting that is going on around them. The first part tells of Kevin’s brother, Sean being severely wounded while acting as a spy on the King of England and how Kevin gets him to safety. Thru marriage, Sean receives the title of Earl and the holdings that go with the title. As the first born son, he gives the title and holdings that were his to Kevin and then the story of Juliandra starts. There is deceit on Kevin’s part for the greater good but as time goes on he suffers great guilt. There is danger all around and the story is full of action. I enjoyed the book. I received a free copy of this book via Netgalley and are voluntarily leaving a review.
August 29, 2022
A Mission, A Lady and Finding True Love
If being a deWolfe wasn’t enough he was an Executioner Knight. Now it was his time prove to himself if he was to be part of the great legend. With the pressure on an almost impossible mission the stakes were high. Any failure could mean death. Many plans were made, but one not expected. A Beautiful women.
Morgan deWolfe and Amarantha de la Haye met when she was in trouble by bandits and he saved her life. She was now a major obstacle in the plan. Could he resist her Beauty and charms ? Would love be more powerful?
Kathryn LeVeque never gives you a story without a feeling that you belong to it. There is always a connection. It is like a friend you haven’t talked to for awhile and you pick up where you left off. A must read Author.
If being a deWolfe wasn’t enough he was an Executioner Knight. Now it was his time prove to himself if he was to be part of the great legend. With the pressure on an almost impossible mission the stakes were high. Any failure could mean death. Many plans were made, but one not expected. A Beautiful women.
Morgan deWolfe and Amarantha de la Haye met when she was in trouble by bandits and he saved her life. She was now a major obstacle in the plan. Could he resist her Beauty and charms ? Would love be more powerful?
Kathryn LeVeque never gives you a story without a feeling that you belong to it. There is always a connection. It is like a friend you haven’t talked to for awhile and you pick up where you left off. A must read Author.
August 9, 2020
Lord of the Sky anothermasterpiece
Once again Kathryn tells a story that brings you there. It is real it happened as written. Relationships are strengthened Brothers siblings and bonded as forged Love and romance is not easy but love wins Other characters of other books come and go. It is interesting to see a young William De Wolf. Sean De Lara shares his wisdom with his brother. Thank you for letting us in the world where knights decent right and live up to chivalry Allowing us to escape the vivid pandemic and turmoil of our world to a time where righteousness is proven by k nights and the strong women they love
Once again Kathryn tells a story that brings you there. It is real it happened as written. Relationships are strengthened Brothers siblings and bonded as forged Love and romance is not easy but love wins Other characters of other books come and go. It is interesting to see a young William De Wolf. Sean De Lara shares his wisdom with his brother. Thank you for letting us in the world where knights decent right and live up to chivalry Allowing us to escape the vivid pandemic and turmoil of our world to a time where righteousness is proven by k nights and the strong women they love
August 6, 2020
Excellent
Great story about Kevin de Lara and
Juliandra ferch Gethin.
The story is set in Wales when Kevin takes over as the Lord of the Trilaterals. He also the Lord of Wybren Castle where de sets up a toll to use the roads. Part of the toll goes to the poor to help them.
Gethin ap Garreg refused to pay the toll and tries to go another way.
He is arrested but falls off the back of the horse and dies.
Juliandra comes looking for him. Kevin lets her think that he is in jail so she could help him with the Welsh.
I would recommend this book to find out what happens!!
Great story about Kevin de Lara and
Juliandra ferch Gethin.
The story is set in Wales when Kevin takes over as the Lord of the Trilaterals. He also the Lord of Wybren Castle where de sets up a toll to use the roads. Part of the toll goes to the poor to help them.
Gethin ap Garreg refused to pay the toll and tries to go another way.
He is arrested but falls off the back of the horse and dies.
Juliandra comes looking for him. Kevin lets her think that he is in jail so she could help him with the Welsh.
I would recommend this book to find out what happens!!
August 10, 2020
Love you to the moon & back
Kevin deLara used Juliandra to get information on warlords around his historical Welsh castle. Lying was new to the pious & moral executioner Knight, but he would do anything to protect his men. He married Juliandra thinking he was controlling the Welsh, but she was the real control. Kevin finally found his place in the shadow of his famous brother Sean. He had found love to the sky and beyond. I love the reappearance of young William DeWolfe and his flair of fun. A fast paced novel you will love and read several times.
Kevin deLara used Juliandra to get information on warlords around his historical Welsh castle. Lying was new to the pious & moral executioner Knight, but he would do anything to protect his men. He married Juliandra thinking he was controlling the Welsh, but she was the real control. Kevin finally found his place in the shadow of his famous brother Sean. He had found love to the sky and beyond. I love the reappearance of young William DeWolfe and his flair of fun. A fast paced novel you will love and read several times.
August 23, 2020
Another one "out of the park" for KLV.
I think the enjoyment I get from all of Ms. Le Veque'sbooks is the vivid descriptions of the characters. From the onset, she sets the stage for her readers to picture the character's dominant or submissive relationship in the story line. She also pulls in the character's association with characters from other novels. Kevin is mentioned in previous stories, but is now described as a more mature, stronger knight. The Lord of the Sky is Kevin's turn to be featured as a force to be reckoned with. Highly recommend this book!!!!
I think the enjoyment I get from all of Ms. Le Veque'sbooks is the vivid descriptions of the characters. From the onset, she sets the stage for her readers to picture the character's dominant or submissive relationship in the story line. She also pulls in the character's association with characters from other novels. Kevin is mentioned in previous stories, but is now described as a more mature, stronger knight. The Lord of the Sky is Kevin's turn to be featured as a force to be reckoned with. Highly recommend this book!!!!
November 5, 2021
BOOK 6 OF MY FAVORIT SERIES THE EXECUTIONER KNIGHTS by Kathryn Le Veque. I loved this short story with Kevin the last brother of the Original Knights. This book was good I wish it has a little more fighting action but I was rewarded with the fact that some of my original Knights appear in the story - Kevin de Lara and Juliandra were the perfect couple. This short romance is a must read for me it will be my last since Book 7 has characters of the original Knights leaders that I have not read. Great author.
October 19, 2025
Another beautiful book!
The depth of these two men, Sean and Kevin de Lara is beautiful! Kathryn Le Veque creates incredible conversations between these two brothers! They really move me. I loved this story. I loved Kevin and really felt for him with all the emotional struggles and things he dealt with. He goes deep, is sensitive and therefore experiences everything powerfully. What a precious man and husband. He and Juliandra are wonderful together. Great book! You will love it!!
pamarella
PRCS
The depth of these two men, Sean and Kevin de Lara is beautiful! Kathryn Le Veque creates incredible conversations between these two brothers! They really move me. I loved this story. I loved Kevin and really felt for him with all the emotional struggles and things he dealt with. He goes deep, is sensitive and therefore experiences everything powerfully. What a precious man and husband. He and Juliandra are wonderful together. Great book! You will love it!!
pamarella
PRCS
August 8, 2020
Love it!
I didn’t like Kevin at first in his appearances in other books till he made up with his brother so I’m glad to finally read his story after seeing him in so many books!
And The Wolfe is one of my fav books ever so to read about a young Willian is so cool!!!!
The best part about Kathryns books are they’re intertwined but can be read separately.
Kathryn Le Veque is my fav author ever and I highly recommend every book she’s written.
I didn’t like Kevin at first in his appearances in other books till he made up with his brother so I’m glad to finally read his story after seeing him in so many books!
And The Wolfe is one of my fav books ever so to read about a young Willian is so cool!!!!
The best part about Kathryns books are they’re intertwined but can be read separately.
Kathryn Le Veque is my fav author ever and I highly recommend every book she’s written.
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