Prince of Swords

Children of the Sun #3

by Linda Winstead Jones

Held hostage in the cellar of a secluded house, waiting to be claimed by the demon-possessed Ciro, Rayne finds salvation in Lyr Hern, who, while on a mission to find the crystal dagger, comes to her rescue in more ways than one. Original.

Genres: Romance, Fantasy, Paranormal, Fantasy Romance, Paranormal Romance, Magic, Witches

304 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published May 1, 2007

About the author

Linda Winstead Jones is the bestselling author of more than eighty romance novels and novellas across several sub-genres. She’s easily distracted (Look! A squirrel!) and writes the stories that speak to her in the moment. Paranormal. Romantic Suspense. Twisted Fairy Tales. Cowboys. Her books are for readers who want to escape from reality for a while, who don’t mind the occasional trip into another world for a laugh, a chill, the occasional heartwarming tear. Where will we go next?

More information can be found at lindawinsteadjones.com, where you can sign up for her newsletter, and at www.facebook.com/LindaWinsteadJones or www.facebook.com/LindaHowardLindaJones.

Reviews

[Cindy (BKind2Books) · Rating 1 out of 5]

DNF'ed at page 78. With the cutie pie on the cover, you'd think that this fantasy / romance would have a lot of potential - the cover blurb mentions the clash of good and evil as the fair Rayne is freed by Lyr and taken with him as he is trying to defeat the demon-possessed Ciro. I'm nearly a quarter into this and I just don't care. Rayne is a virginal fool - she decides that the way to corrupt her soul is to learn to cuss. I'm pretty sure I already know what *will* corrupt her. I think Lyr is supposed to be the strong, silent type, but he just comes off as an ass. So, I'm moving on...another book that shows me that my aversion to starting a series in the middle is valid. I *might* have liked this better if I'd read the first two - no way am I doing that.

[Nytetyger · Rating 3 out of 5]

Yay! The second trilogy is done! Love has Conquered All, The Big Bad is dead dead dead... mebbe... and all is happy... except for the possibility that the half demonic, half undead child of the Big Bad was actually not just allowed to be born, but is being happily raised at the very source of it's demonic 'father's' power which is also the crown city of this planet. Is anyone but me seeing yet another sex filled trilogy wherein true love is going to have to conquer all yet freaking AGAIN? With loads and loads of sex thrown in for good measure?

... I think I'll pass on the third go around... oh damn, I have book one... which I will put aside for a few months...

[Mathie Tremas · Rating 5 out of 5]

When you can read a book series out of sequence and still understand what is going on, you know it is well written.

[Rose Stubblefield · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my favorite author and book series

[Diana · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lyr, Isadora's son, is the Prince of Swords and is traveling to join up with his cousins and defeat the evil Ciro's reign. While questing for the crystal dagger he will need for victory, he stumbles upon Rayne, Ciro's imprisoned betrothed, who is a pure soul and wants to thwart Ciro's plans at whatever cost.

Rayne is a wonderful heroine, and her burgeoning powers are really interesting. Lyr is swoonworthy, but his stubbornness is frustrating, and he takes too long to decide he loves Rayne. Ciro's downfall felt a little anticlimactic, especially since Rayne never got to confront him. The ending opens up many more questions.

[Veronika Levine · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was my least favorite book in the series so I was sad it was the last. To me, this romance was unbelievable although the first two books are great. I was also disapointed in the ease in which the demon and bad guy were finally taken out. I would still recommend the series however, especially the first three prequel books. I really do like this author for fantasy romance and will seek more out by her.

[Stacie]

This is a book in a series about wizards, witches, and earth goddessess. It is pretty good and has a lot of action. The main character had powers and gifts that she was unaware of and it was interesting to see her finally realise her powers. There were several different twists in the way that the two main characters used their powers to defeat the enemy.

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome conclusion to the series. Although a part of me wishes that it could continue, I think that the series should be done and Jones should move onto another series. The characters were awesome but the final battle kinda sucked. It was too short and disappointing.

[Carrie · Rating 2 out of 5]

This is a good yarn. Linda Winstead Jones has a knack for world building and she draws together all of her plot points from the trilogy including Prince of Magic and Prince of Fire together in this conclusion of the three books. Paranormal romance at its best.

[Rachel · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice finish to a good series. The death of Ciro seemed just too simple, but was good anyhow. I wanted more out of the ending than I got. I hate the ones that just end with very little info to the future. Of course too much and the book would never end, lol. Can't wait to start the last series.

[Tammie B · Rating 4 out of 5]

really enjoyed!

[Alice · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really good conclusion to a series that started out as a not so good sequel to the first. I will read more of this author anytime!

[Alisa- I like happy endings. · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this series, but i was glad for it to be over. It had a cheesy ending. Still enjoy this author though! Glad to see her continuing an enjoyable first series.

[Nastassia Leslie]

April 8-Started

[Janie]

Goid read. Enjoyable,easy, good for teenagers.

[Tiffany · Rating 4 out of 5]

This story was a nice conclusion to this series. While it was predictable, the story was entertaining and enjoyable. I also like how the author left an opening for a new trilogy.

[Judy May · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was very excited to finish this series that I started years and years ago. But I agree with most reviewers. It satisfactorily completed the story arc but wasn't particularly original.

[Dana Gold · Rating 2 out of 5]

was an ok story, but not one I would wish to read again.

[Kristina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lovers of paranormal romance won't want to miss this first installment. It was gripping, addictive, and stunning. I loved it.

[Karen Desmond · Rating 4 out of 5]

4

[Myrtle Murray]

Good book and good series. I enjoyed reading it.

[Robyn Ladage · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it.