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Kavin Cut Chronicles #1
Ring True
Which is worse? To be distrusted without reason and banished or to earn the trust of a prince who is the target of someone out to destroy his kingdom?
All Kambry wanted was to be noticed just once. One summer day to know she could catch someone’s eye for a single moment.
Now everybody is watching, and she must commit treason to escape a hidden kingdom.
Or she could save the kingdom, which means she must get Prince Russal to trust her.
Everything she says must have the ring of truth. Not an easy task with a magic ring revealing her every lie.
Each stranger to his kingdom has ultimately deceived him. Why should he expect Kambry to be any different?
He says he’s determined to fall in love with her. Then she’ll betray him as expected, and she'll be banished beyond all hope of returning home.
Can she convince him she can make a difference in his search for the traitor behind all his trouble? Will earning his trust just make her the next bystander caught in the intrigue surrounding his realm?
All Kambry wanted was to be noticed just once. One summer day to know she could catch someone’s eye for a single moment.
Now everybody is watching, and she must commit treason to escape a hidden kingdom.
Or she could save the kingdom, which means she must get Prince Russal to trust her.
Everything she says must have the ring of truth. Not an easy task with a magic ring revealing her every lie.
Each stranger to his kingdom has ultimately deceived him. Why should he expect Kambry to be any different?
He says he’s determined to fall in love with her. Then she’ll betray him as expected, and she'll be banished beyond all hope of returning home.
Can she convince him she can make a difference in his search for the traitor behind all his trouble? Will earning his trust just make her the next bystander caught in the intrigue surrounding his realm?
- GenresFantasyFantasy Romance
260 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 17, 2020
54 people are currently reading
164 people want to read
About the author
L. Darby Gibbs
53 books25 followersL. Darby Gibbs, aka Elldee: I have lived all over the country, so I don't feel I come from anywhere specific, but I started in Maryland and consider California my current home base. I am a teacher of creative writing.
At thirteen, I read science fiction almost exclusively, reading Asimov first and moving alphabetically down the library shelf, then turned to fantasy for a while taking in everything up through Tolkien. I spend my free time reading many of the classics, science fiction, fantasy, mystery, and contemporary fiction.
I have four fantasy series and a nonfiction book on narrative frameworks available in eBook form on Amazon, Smashwords, Kobe and other fine eBook retailers.
At thirteen, I read science fiction almost exclusively, reading Asimov first and moving alphabetically down the library shelf, then turned to fantasy for a while taking in everything up through Tolkien. I spend my free time reading many of the classics, science fiction, fantasy, mystery, and contemporary fiction.
I have four fantasy series and a nonfiction book on narrative frameworks available in eBook form on Amazon, Smashwords, Kobe and other fine eBook retailers.
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February 23, 2021
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Such a wonderful story!
When Kambry accidentally ends up in a hidden kingdom, her only options of escape are: get the prince to trust her or commit treason. Prince Russal has been betrayed repeatedly, so he expects nothing different from Kambry, but also claims that he wants to love her. With a ring that detects her every lie, Kambry struggles to navigate the court intrigues, a prince with confusing behaviour and people who want to cause her harm.
I picked this book because the description intrigued me, and I'm so glad I did. I was hooked right from the start and couldn't put the book down. I had every intention of staying up the whole night and finishing it. Unfortunately after 4 a.m, my eyes couldn't take it anymore.
The plot is great and well executed. I loved the characters, especially Kambry who developed from a shy loner to a strong and independent woman. I enjoyed her interactions with the other characters.
I must admit that Russal annoyed me at first, but I warmed up to him eventually. The supporting characters were equally great.
There wasn't any major world building, but the author did quite well describing the places.
The last 30 pages had me on edge. My heart was pounding and I couldn't wait to see how it ended. The book had amazing twists and I was satisfied with how it all worked out.
I have some questions and I'm expecting the next two books to have the answers.
Readers who enjoy romantic fantasy have to give this book a try.
Such a wonderful story!
When Kambry accidentally ends up in a hidden kingdom, her only options of escape are: get the prince to trust her or commit treason. Prince Russal has been betrayed repeatedly, so he expects nothing different from Kambry, but also claims that he wants to love her. With a ring that detects her every lie, Kambry struggles to navigate the court intrigues, a prince with confusing behaviour and people who want to cause her harm.
I picked this book because the description intrigued me, and I'm so glad I did. I was hooked right from the start and couldn't put the book down. I had every intention of staying up the whole night and finishing it. Unfortunately after 4 a.m, my eyes couldn't take it anymore.
The plot is great and well executed. I loved the characters, especially Kambry who developed from a shy loner to a strong and independent woman. I enjoyed her interactions with the other characters.
I must admit that Russal annoyed me at first, but I warmed up to him eventually. The supporting characters were equally great.
There wasn't any major world building, but the author did quite well describing the places.
The last 30 pages had me on edge. My heart was pounding and I couldn't wait to see how it ended. The book had amazing twists and I was satisfied with how it all worked out.
I have some questions and I'm expecting the next two books to have the answers.
Readers who enjoy romantic fantasy have to give this book a try.
August 11, 2022
There’s magic in the woods, the Kaven Woods that is. The magic is in the chant which calls the Kaven Cut to open. The author has written a story to reveal the mystery and the world beyond.
In an extension of the mystery it calls Kambry in. It’s a wonderful place but it is not home. The rules state that Kambry can’t go the one place she most wants - home.
She discovers that she is a pawn in royal intrigue. The reader is drawn in and becomes a witness to the events which change her life. This is a well crafted story that begs you to read it, draws you so you feel part of it. This the type of story which all first stories in a series should be - you become a willing witness to the well told story, so much so that you can’t wait to start the next book.
A highly recommended read!
In an extension of the mystery it calls Kambry in. It’s a wonderful place but it is not home. The rules state that Kambry can’t go the one place she most wants - home.
She discovers that she is a pawn in royal intrigue. The reader is drawn in and becomes a witness to the events which change her life. This is a well crafted story that begs you to read it, draws you so you feel part of it. This the type of story which all first stories in a series should be - you become a willing witness to the well told story, so much so that you can’t wait to start the next book.
A highly recommended read!
May 11, 2021
Sweet Romance
This book was very sweet. I was intrigued from the start. The world was fantastic. I had a few times I rolled my eyes at kambry but it's still worth the read. I enjoyed getting to know all the characters and the complexities of their personality. Cant wait to read the next book! Definitely recommend it!
This book was very sweet. I was intrigued from the start. The world was fantastic. I had a few times I rolled my eyes at kambry but it's still worth the read. I enjoyed getting to know all the characters and the complexities of their personality. Cant wait to read the next book! Definitely recommend it!
April 21, 2025
Very intriguing!
This was quite an interesting story full of strange happenings and intrigue. So many mysteries. Who is the prince really, who's trying to kill him and set her up as a traitor? Who is the man in red? This was so interesting I had dreams about who the villain was. I can't wait to see what happens next!
This was quite an interesting story full of strange happenings and intrigue. So many mysteries. Who is the prince really, who's trying to kill him and set her up as a traitor? Who is the man in red? This was so interesting I had dreams about who the villain was. I can't wait to see what happens next!
July 1, 2021
Just a delightful romantic Story!
The characters names are so cute!
I loved it. The story kept you guessing while you hoped for true love!!
The characters names are so cute!
I loved it. The story kept you guessing while you hoped for true love!!
January 25, 2022
Wonderful fireside read
Perfect for a cold snowy day! Excellent plot , holds your interest with a HEA that promises more to come.
Perfect for a cold snowy day! Excellent plot , holds your interest with a HEA that promises more to come.
September 23, 2023
I loved the setting in this story. The characters are very unique. I couldn't stop reading it. Looking forward to reading the books that follow in this series
February 14, 2025
Excellent book
This story had my full attention from the very beginning!! Highly recommend it to everyone who loves fantasy and romance 👍🏾!!!!
This story had my full attention from the very beginning!! Highly recommend it to everyone who loves fantasy and romance 👍🏾!!!!
February 24, 2025
A lovely beginning
A true ending is necessary for a great book. A cliff hanger is not a true book it is cutting up a book into a serial.
A true ending is necessary for a great book. A cliff hanger is not a true book it is cutting up a book into a serial.
October 19, 2021
For perhaps the first time ever outside of Pride and Prejudice, I actually believe the enemies-to-lovers trope! Very engaging read.
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