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The Griffin Legends #2
Godfrey Under Siege
The crusade marches on, but Godfrey de Bastogne is left to defend the strategically important castle known as Olso Fortress. As his men yearn to return to their homes in Bastogne at the crusade's imminent conclusion, Godfrey is torn between going with them to reclaim his birthright and starting a new life in Azgald with Madeline, his betrothed. Meanwhile, Madeline seeks to increase her magical abilities but is thwarted in every attempt by the castle's new librarian. At the same time, High Warlord Alvir has neither forgiven nor forgotten the wounds dealt to him by the crusaders, and he lays siege to Olso Fortress. Will Godfrey prove to be the leader he needs to be in this dark hour? Can Madeline forgive him for his failings and sharp words before succumbing to bitterness? Or will a traitor within the fortress throw the castle gates open to the enemy before Godfrey and Madeline can come to their senses?
514 pages, Paperback
Published November 30, 2022
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January 2, 2024
An enjoyable read with lots of actions and characters like Godfrey and Madeline struggling to find them selves and navigate lordship, magic, relationships and of course a siege. Excited to see what book 3 has in store for Godfrey
April 23, 2026
While book one was more of a coming-of-age story for Godfrey book 2 is more of learning, who he is what he can do …the woes of relationship .. the waiting! Conflicts of the other races in the kingdom ( Goblins), issues with his Griffin) have you noticed a lot of G names?
Madeline all she wants is to help people she has the ability with the limited magic that she has to heal, but she wants more !
Enter Sister Varsha
Reliving a past loss in her life and having Madeline suffers through it!
Frustrated to the Max!! For Madeline😫
Yes, there’s a lot more going on, but I’m not gonna give you all my findings,
Just need to purchase the books 📚
Hoy renters a world where you’re not going to read 100 pages of dialogue to know within the next two pages what’s going to be. these are just a plain good story, told through the eyes of great characters.
Yes, the first book had more action. This has some here and there, but middle books in the trilogy usually needs to set up the third book more than anything …,else in my opinion and the author is doing a great job at it.
Madeline all she wants is to help people she has the ability with the limited magic that she has to heal, but she wants more !
Enter Sister Varsha
Reliving a past loss in her life and having Madeline suffers through it!
Frustrated to the Max!! For Madeline😫
Yes, there’s a lot more going on, but I’m not gonna give you all my findings,
Just need to purchase the books 📚
Hoy renters a world where you’re not going to read 100 pages of dialogue to know within the next two pages what’s going to be. these are just a plain good story, told through the eyes of great characters.
Yes, the first book had more action. This has some here and there, but middle books in the trilogy usually needs to set up the third book more than anything …,else in my opinion and the author is doing a great job at it.
March 11, 2023
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Godfrey Under Siege is the second book in the Griffin Legends series by Mark Howard. We pick the story after the ending of Godfrey's Crusade, with Godfrey and Madeline appointed in the Olso fortress; some of the crusade objectives might be considered fulfilled, but there is still a lot of work to do.
Crusaders are starting to feel tired of constant fighting, and some of them want to return to their lands. Godfrey gets appointed as the lord of Olso fortress, not without difficulties; the political game between the crusade leaders is still problematic. Madeline's father accepts to give her in union with Godfrey, but appoints a waiting time until the bishop can marry them. On top of that, Sister Varsha arrives at the fortress, with the excuse of taking care of the books left by the witch, acting as a de-facto librarian of the fortress.The new librarian also starts acting as the chaperone of Madeline, and somebody who is in charge to keep her far from black magic and heresy. For a Madeline who wants to learn and improve the use of her magic, this becomes a major problem, especially with how closed-minded the sister is.
High Warlord Alvir puts under siege the Olso fortress, making all those problems even more problematic, not forgetting what happened in the past. In this situation, we can see how Godfrey is forced to act as a leader, and honestly, his youngness sometimes becomes a problem, especially because he lets his anger take decisions for him; and we will see some questionable actions commanded by Godfrey during the siege, which will be costly for the crusaders.In the meanwhile, Madeline starts to feel frustrated, partly due to Sister's vigilance, and partly because of how Godfrey is behaving. Being ignored sometimes by the male characters, she will walk paths that will lead her to really dark situations, but there is still space for the good-hearted girl we knew in the first book.
While the first book had a really extensive world to explore, in this one Howard goes for the opposite recipe: most of the action happens in the fortress or in the fields around. I feel there is a growth in how the characters are treated, and honestly, they are more human than the heroes in the first book. The pacing was in a good spot, with a book that has a more political plot in the first part, but which starts introducing action after it, leading us to a really satisfying climax.
Godfrey Under Siege is a good continuation for those that liked Godfrey's Crusade. Howard has stepped up, improving some aspects of characterization. If you like epic fantasy, I can certainly recommend you pick this saga.
Godfrey Under Siege is the second book in the Griffin Legends series by Mark Howard. We pick the story after the ending of Godfrey's Crusade, with Godfrey and Madeline appointed in the Olso fortress; some of the crusade objectives might be considered fulfilled, but there is still a lot of work to do.
Crusaders are starting to feel tired of constant fighting, and some of them want to return to their lands. Godfrey gets appointed as the lord of Olso fortress, not without difficulties; the political game between the crusade leaders is still problematic. Madeline's father accepts to give her in union with Godfrey, but appoints a waiting time until the bishop can marry them. On top of that, Sister Varsha arrives at the fortress, with the excuse of taking care of the books left by the witch, acting as a de-facto librarian of the fortress.The new librarian also starts acting as the chaperone of Madeline, and somebody who is in charge to keep her far from black magic and heresy. For a Madeline who wants to learn and improve the use of her magic, this becomes a major problem, especially with how closed-minded the sister is.
High Warlord Alvir puts under siege the Olso fortress, making all those problems even more problematic, not forgetting what happened in the past. In this situation, we can see how Godfrey is forced to act as a leader, and honestly, his youngness sometimes becomes a problem, especially because he lets his anger take decisions for him; and we will see some questionable actions commanded by Godfrey during the siege, which will be costly for the crusaders.In the meanwhile, Madeline starts to feel frustrated, partly due to Sister's vigilance, and partly because of how Godfrey is behaving. Being ignored sometimes by the male characters, she will walk paths that will lead her to really dark situations, but there is still space for the good-hearted girl we knew in the first book.
While the first book had a really extensive world to explore, in this one Howard goes for the opposite recipe: most of the action happens in the fortress or in the fields around. I feel there is a growth in how the characters are treated, and honestly, they are more human than the heroes in the first book. The pacing was in a good spot, with a book that has a more political plot in the first part, but which starts introducing action after it, leading us to a really satisfying climax.
Godfrey Under Siege is a good continuation for those that liked Godfrey's Crusade. Howard has stepped up, improving some aspects of characterization. If you like epic fantasy, I can certainly recommend you pick this saga.
February 11, 2024
This is the second book in the Godfrey series. As it promises there is a lot of action there.
After seizing the Oslo castle Godfrey has a dilemma. Should he return to claim his birth right or stay there.
His army wants to go back.
But he wants to stay.
But his staying also have consequences. There is one traitor who opens the castle to attack.of enemy
How Godfrey faces this new threat? Will he be succeeds in his quest?
The book kept me hooked. The problem is the writing is somewhat ok
But storyline was promising.
Now i have to.read first book
After seizing the Oslo castle Godfrey has a dilemma. Should he return to claim his birth right or stay there.
His army wants to go back.
But he wants to stay.
But his staying also have consequences. There is one traitor who opens the castle to attack.of enemy
How Godfrey faces this new threat? Will he be succeeds in his quest?
The book kept me hooked. The problem is the writing is somewhat ok
But storyline was promising.
Now i have to.read first book
May 4, 2026
What I didn't like: Godfrey is a weak little dipshjt in instances where he should be strong of mien. For instance, Vanya rules over both Madeline and Godfrey while treating them like children in their own castle. While Godfrey tucks his tail and hides from women, he slays dragons and kills the enemy with a ruthlessness that few match. How are you at once chosen of the Gods and a soy boy?
I get it, we are in YA trash genre-ville. Still, a couple of 17 year old punks are directing wars, managing a duchy, giving advice to middle-aged men, while being cowed by a matron. Riiiight. Everyone knows from the get-go that Goblins are shjt but still entertain their presence. Can you say "Plot Vehicle"?
What I did like was the character development and magic. The magic is never too intrusive and allows for a quiet build to power within Mads. All of the characters have good depth with side quests that add more to their person.
There is still room to expand this series, and I will be there when the author does.
4.4/5
NetGalley can suck it.
I get it, we are in YA trash genre-ville. Still, a couple of 17 year old punks are directing wars, managing a duchy, giving advice to middle-aged men, while being cowed by a matron. Riiiight. Everyone knows from the get-go that Goblins are shjt but still entertain their presence. Can you say "Plot Vehicle"?
What I did like was the character development and magic. The magic is never too intrusive and allows for a quiet build to power within Mads. All of the characters have good depth with side quests that add more to their person.
There is still room to expand this series, and I will be there when the author does.
4.4/5
NetGalley can suck it.
June 20, 2025
This is the second in a great fantasy series. I think I like it because it is a break from YA Fantasy and isn't so HIgh Fantasy as to be over whelming. I enjoyed the first book and this second one is no different.
I could see this series having a great appeal to the male population with the main character and the settings as well as the trials and conflict he faces. I can't wait to see more in this series and more from this writer in general - he's becoming a favourite.
I could see this series having a great appeal to the male population with the main character and the settings as well as the trials and conflict he faces. I can't wait to see more in this series and more from this writer in general - he's becoming a favourite.
July 29, 2023
Can't waite for book 3
Can't remember the last time I got this into a series of books rely enjoyed can't wait for more books to come out
Can't remember the last time I got this into a series of books rely enjoyed can't wait for more books to come out
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