Lady Caetlin has a secret—keeping her from leaving the safe confines of the castle. When her home is threatened by seafarers from the West, news of their savage and brutish ways spread across the kingdom. As war breaks out, Caetlin is left defenceless.Randel’s clan is forced to cross the seas in search of new land. Although they go in peace, they meet hostility the moment they reach the shores. Randel is commissioned to take Caetlin hostage, but there is one thing he cannot not foresee—falling in love with the lady.As Randel and Caetlin are thrust together in extraordinary circumstances, they soon discover that all is not as it seems. In their pursuit for truth, they may find the only ones they can trust are each other.
It was a great unique and clean Christian read with the right mix of suspense, adventure and drama, with a hint of romance. The twists and turns, accompanied with the levels and degrees of betrayals that occurred, kept me glued to the book from the beginning to the end. I was very glad there was a happily ever after - although at one point I didn’t think that will happen!
Captivating and full of Adventure! I love reading stories during the medieval time period, especially by this author, because of the adventure and faith she weaves into the storylines. Caetlin's Courage drew me in from the first chapter and I stayed up late because I could not put this book down! Caetlin was a relatable character to me, being someone who is timid by nature like myself, but seeing her find courage through faith in God was an encouragement. Her character development in the storyline was wonderfully written. There were many twists I did not expect and knowing who the true villain was happened to be one of them. It was a mystery up until the last few chapters. The romance was heartwarming and unconventional, which was a nice surprise. I have to admit shedding a few tears for this couple, worrying they wouldn't end up with a happy ending. Caetlin's Courage was a captivating adventure from start to finish and deserves all five stars! I can't wait to read more in this series.
What an amazing read, full of excitement, adventure and suspense. I could not put this book down as I was easily caught up in the story and characters. I’ll certainly be looking forward to more in this series.
I enjoyed this book a lot, but I feel like it could have been way better with a good team of beta-readers. I seriously felt like just putting it down in the first third with all the semi-plot holes, grammar mistakes, and confusing world-building. But I got through that part and I did genuinely enjoy it. Once things started to unravel and the grammar cleared up it was a fun, gripping ride. And the plot twists were amazing. On the whole, with a little bit of editing, this book would be so cool! Also, is there a second book? 'Cause I need one. :) Oh, and seriously, Caitlin was so amazing. I loved seeing her personality and struggles play out in the story.
Note: I received this as an ARC from StoryOrigin in exchange for an honest review.
Caetlin's Courage is story of courage, determination, intrigue, and duplicity. Rachel James manages to write this one in such way the reader is left guessing until the very end. Who is on who's team and what everyone's end goal is.
Not only is this a story of historical adventure and suspense, it has a great romance layered within the story. The characters have individual arcs that drive the the rest of the story.
Caetlin's Courage is a great story that could use a little polishing.