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Enthralled
To claim her, he must abandon home, duty, and honor-or reveal the secret of her Sidhe heritage and risk losing her forever to dark magic... William of Ravenglas wants only one woman-his foster sister, Ami-but she is promised to another, a fate sealed by his father's recklessness. Resolved to her forfeiture, he forges a dangerous path to bring stability to the house of Ravenglas, balancing the secret demands of the queen against loyalty to the king. Ami, true sister to Aedan ap Owen the minstrel, refuses her fate. She wants William. But when his kiss awakens her dormant magic, it triggers cascading events that sweep her into the queen's fiendish web and threaten William's life. Now Ami must learn to control her fey powers or watch William die. But with a mystery lover in his past, even if she succeeds will he truly be hers?
394 pages, Paperback
First published September 24, 2010
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October 20, 2010
Monica’s Review
Enthralled by Kenna Kincaid is a powerful story of magic. This magic is hard to explain on how they use it and how it makes them feel, but is fascinating. Kincaid does a wonderful job in the setting of this book in 12th Century England and how the rules were made for the characters to follow the King and Queens’s requests, no matter what. There are two characters in this book Amilia and William and how their love is impossible no matter how much they love each other and desire each other. Kincaid writes on how back in the 12th Century things were different from today when it comes to love and whom is chosen to marry whom; this is still done in some countries.
This story has it all love, danger, plot of murder, politics and much more. The more you read this book the more you want to just become part of it. Kincaid wrote a lot about the magic that certain characters have and it is amazing on how their magic is just so captivating. The feelings that a character possess all come out in a form of magic but it is just mind blowing. Amilia is a character that has lots of ambition and knows what she wants, is strong willed and will not let anyone tell her what to do. In the 12th Century this is something that was not supposed to happen especially from a young lady, you should do as you are told.
Williams is another character that is afraid to reveal what his true feelings are and what he wants. It is hard for him to hide is feeling but must do in order retain his status; it is not good for his family. Williams needs to follow his heart and not go by what was told by him, remember status and money is not every thing, if you renounce your true love you have nothing. Kincaid does a wonderful job in the way she twists the plot of this book and how you interpret one thing and then all of sudden what you thought was going to happen doesn't and something else comes up. Wonderful job, this book just keeps you guessing on what will happen next. I recommend this book to anyone that enjoys reading historical/paranormal/suspense all in one.
4 Tea Cups!
Enthralled by Kenna Kincaid is a powerful story of magic. This magic is hard to explain on how they use it and how it makes them feel, but is fascinating. Kincaid does a wonderful job in the setting of this book in 12th Century England and how the rules were made for the characters to follow the King and Queens’s requests, no matter what. There are two characters in this book Amilia and William and how their love is impossible no matter how much they love each other and desire each other. Kincaid writes on how back in the 12th Century things were different from today when it comes to love and whom is chosen to marry whom; this is still done in some countries.
This story has it all love, danger, plot of murder, politics and much more. The more you read this book the more you want to just become part of it. Kincaid wrote a lot about the magic that certain characters have and it is amazing on how their magic is just so captivating. The feelings that a character possess all come out in a form of magic but it is just mind blowing. Amilia is a character that has lots of ambition and knows what she wants, is strong willed and will not let anyone tell her what to do. In the 12th Century this is something that was not supposed to happen especially from a young lady, you should do as you are told.
Williams is another character that is afraid to reveal what his true feelings are and what he wants. It is hard for him to hide is feeling but must do in order retain his status; it is not good for his family. Williams needs to follow his heart and not go by what was told by him, remember status and money is not every thing, if you renounce your true love you have nothing. Kincaid does a wonderful job in the way she twists the plot of this book and how you interpret one thing and then all of sudden what you thought was going to happen doesn't and something else comes up. Wonderful job, this book just keeps you guessing on what will happen next. I recommend this book to anyone that enjoys reading historical/paranormal/suspense all in one.
4 Tea Cups!
December 15, 2010
"Enthralled" is an exhilarating journey through time, blending history and magic, into a powerful love story. Amilia of Ravenglas is sidhe, possessing magical talents that she can barely contain. When she joins William at Carlisle, she's thrown into Eleanor of Aquitaine's dangerous court with hardly any skills to manage. Will love help Ami temper the magic inside that threatens to destroy her world?
The novel takes place in England in 1166 during the reign of Henry and Eleanor, shortly after "Ties that Bind." William and Ami belong to the house of Ravenglas. They were raised to believe they were brother and sister, but both were changelings, children substituted for others. Ami and William are deeply attracted to each other, but hold back.
While at Carlisle, Eleanor puts events in motion that might lead to Henry's death. William and Aedan try to stay ahead of her, but it's not easy, as Eleanor is very crafty - and manipulative.
Ami becomes a lady in waiting to Eleanor and learns that her true brother is Aedan. He tries to school her in her powers, but Ami's magic is different from his. She sees people in shapes of colors, which vary depending on their emotional state. She's also a bit of an elemental, able to create fire and bend the weather to her moods, especially when she is upset.
Eleanor's plan comes close to fruition when the Braose brothers - Geoffrey and Hugh arrive. Despite Ami gaining a reputation as the king's mistress, she's engaged to marry Hugh. In a fit of heated jealousy, William gives into his heart and consummates the love he's shared with Ami. With Eleanor's plan so close to being carried out, will William and Ami's love survive the aftermath?
The plot is full of intrigue and several twists. The reader never quite knows what crafty Eleanor has up her sleeve.
The dialogue captures the authenticity of the time period without weighing down the reader. Kincaid uses a wonderful economy of words to paint a vivid picture of the setting.
William and Ami are intriguing characters, complex, full of faults, yet deliciously human and heroic. William is noble and honest, always trying to do the right thing. Ami strives to strike a balance between her magic, being human, and love.
The supporting cast are delight to follow, and it's refreshing to see how happy ever after has played out for Bran and Aedan.
The novel is sophisticated for romance readers with love scenes that are sensual and emotionally charged.
"Enthralled" will leave you breathless.
The novel takes place in England in 1166 during the reign of Henry and Eleanor, shortly after "Ties that Bind." William and Ami belong to the house of Ravenglas. They were raised to believe they were brother and sister, but both were changelings, children substituted for others. Ami and William are deeply attracted to each other, but hold back.
While at Carlisle, Eleanor puts events in motion that might lead to Henry's death. William and Aedan try to stay ahead of her, but it's not easy, as Eleanor is very crafty - and manipulative.
Ami becomes a lady in waiting to Eleanor and learns that her true brother is Aedan. He tries to school her in her powers, but Ami's magic is different from his. She sees people in shapes of colors, which vary depending on their emotional state. She's also a bit of an elemental, able to create fire and bend the weather to her moods, especially when she is upset.
Eleanor's plan comes close to fruition when the Braose brothers - Geoffrey and Hugh arrive. Despite Ami gaining a reputation as the king's mistress, she's engaged to marry Hugh. In a fit of heated jealousy, William gives into his heart and consummates the love he's shared with Ami. With Eleanor's plan so close to being carried out, will William and Ami's love survive the aftermath?
The plot is full of intrigue and several twists. The reader never quite knows what crafty Eleanor has up her sleeve.
The dialogue captures the authenticity of the time period without weighing down the reader. Kincaid uses a wonderful economy of words to paint a vivid picture of the setting.
William and Ami are intriguing characters, complex, full of faults, yet deliciously human and heroic. William is noble and honest, always trying to do the right thing. Ami strives to strike a balance between her magic, being human, and love.
The supporting cast are delight to follow, and it's refreshing to see how happy ever after has played out for Bran and Aedan.
The novel is sophisticated for romance readers with love scenes that are sensual and emotionally charged.
"Enthralled" will leave you breathless.
September 27, 2017
Forget car chases. This one's hair-raisingly intense!
When I want a book with the kind of pacing that won't keep me up all night, I usually reach for an historical romance, especially Medieval/Middle Ages stories.
Well, I blew it this time, because I was on the edge of my seat till 4:30 am with this one. I read and adored the first books in this series, Anam Cara and Ties that Bind, and was anticipating a richly textured, emotionally intense tale - and it's definitely all that, in spades.
But the combination of magic, danger and truly wicked, conscienceless and powerful enemies raised the stakes on this one up to the I-can't-put-it-down-to-go-pee-because-something-awful-might-happen-to-my-friends category.
Also, Kincaid writes skillfully and knowledgeably about magic and psychic experiences, and the magic in this tale is off the charts gorgeous and mind-blowing.
The weaving of history, politics secrets, magic, love, betrayal and redemption is so seductive and riveting, you won't want to miss this one!
Oh, and, you would enjoy this even more if you read the first two, Anam Cara and Ties that Bind, first, as the protagonists' backstory is fully fleshed out there.
**Spoiler alert** If you're a fan of Eleanor of Aquitaine, you might not enjoy how she's depicted, but Kincaid's take on her stunning reversal of fortune is fun to consider.**
When I want a book with the kind of pacing that won't keep me up all night, I usually reach for an historical romance, especially Medieval/Middle Ages stories.
Well, I blew it this time, because I was on the edge of my seat till 4:30 am with this one. I read and adored the first books in this series, Anam Cara and Ties that Bind, and was anticipating a richly textured, emotionally intense tale - and it's definitely all that, in spades.
But the combination of magic, danger and truly wicked, conscienceless and powerful enemies raised the stakes on this one up to the I-can't-put-it-down-to-go-pee-because-something-awful-might-happen-to-my-friends category.
Also, Kincaid writes skillfully and knowledgeably about magic and psychic experiences, and the magic in this tale is off the charts gorgeous and mind-blowing.
The weaving of history, politics secrets, magic, love, betrayal and redemption is so seductive and riveting, you won't want to miss this one!
Oh, and, you would enjoy this even more if you read the first two, Anam Cara and Ties that Bind, first, as the protagonists' backstory is fully fleshed out there.
**Spoiler alert** If you're a fan of Eleanor of Aquitaine, you might not enjoy how she's depicted, but Kincaid's take on her stunning reversal of fortune is fun to consider.**
November 2, 2010
Kincaid's story of 12th century England took my breath away. Her setting was so real that I felt as if I'd been walking around in it. This book is a spin off of her popular series that started with Anam Cara and Ties that Bind.
William is an honorable knight trying to do what is right for his family, but he's in love with a woman he can't have, his foster sister.
William has always been there for Ami. She's loved him for as long as she can remember knowing him. Her magic makes her different from others, and then she learns of her secret heritage and is astounded.
While Ami tries desperately to make her life and her decisions matter, she and William are maneuvered by the King and Queen in their battle for supremacy and power.
If medieval romance spiced with magic is your thing, this book and this author are sure to please!
William is an honorable knight trying to do what is right for his family, but he's in love with a woman he can't have, his foster sister.
William has always been there for Ami. She's loved him for as long as she can remember knowing him. Her magic makes her different from others, and then she learns of her secret heritage and is astounded.
While Ami tries desperately to make her life and her decisions matter, she and William are maneuvered by the King and Queen in their battle for supremacy and power.
If medieval romance spiced with magic is your thing, this book and this author are sure to please!
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