Nighthawk
Kathryn Le Veque
Medieval Romance

1271 A.D. – The Wolfe’s greatest son is a man known as NIGHTHAWK.

Patrick de Wolfe is every bit his father’s son – cunning, intelligent, and ruthless. An enormous man with his father’s dark hair and his mother’s pale green eyes, he’s the man destined to lead William de Wolfe’s great legacy. He is so great, in fact, that the king has personally asked for his service, as one of the king’s personal body guards. On the eve of Patrick departing for this auspicious assignment, he finds himself caught up in a skirmish along the Scots border.

And a prize lands in his lap that will change his destiny.

A prize in the form of a Scots captive harboring a deadly and important secret, one that could bring war and destruction upon those who shelter her. When Brighton “Bridey” de Favereux is rescued by the powerful English knight, she is taken back to the massive fortress of Questing Castle, seat of the legendary de Wolfe family. Having known nothing but hardship and cruelty her entire life, she is surprised when they are kind to her. The English, who are supposed to be her mortal enemy, are gracious and generous. For the first time, she understands that people can be kind to each other.

And the kindest one of all is the man who saved her.

Some loves are unexpected while others are instantly realized. The love between Patrick and Brighton is something that comes from a deeper place of understanding and attraction, a powerful love that cannot be denied… but it is a love that may cost them both their very lives when Bridey’s terrible secret is uncovered.

Uncaged Review: When I wanted to continue reading in this author’s world, I decided to stay with the de Wolfe clan and this story centers around Patrick, known as the Nighthawk and one of the most feared sons of The Wolfe and maintains control over Berwick Castle, not far from his father’s domain, Questing Castle. Berwick Castle is a large, almost impenetrable castle. Patrick is known as the Nighthawk, making his own name for himself for his prowess at war and is getting ready to travel to London to a prestigious position with the King. He comes upon a skirmish on the border and finds a woman captive by some reivers. When captured he finds she’s a postulate for a priory and was kidnapped by the men. Along with the woman, Brighton, was a nun, whom Patrick finds and is told a tale by the nun’s dying words.

Taking her back to Berwick, he decides to get counsel from his father, William. But things will spin out of control, and Patrick will need to decide if his feelings of wanting to protect the woman is just his honor or something more. There are a lot of secrets that have been kept from Brighton, and the de Wolfe’s could become a target from a Scottish clan and some Norsemen.

This was an action-packed book, and the family members are back here, along with a gaggle of grandkids. William is older now, but still a force to be reckoned with, along with their wives. The romance isn’t quite as fast as William and Jordan, but William will soon find out that his son has become a formidable man.

I don’t know how the author can sweep us into the epic journey, but I’m along for the ride. I was completely in awe of the masterful way this story was told, and how this author astonishes me every time I read one her books.
Reviewed by Cyrene

5 Stars

The Black Dragon
Kathryn Le Veque
Medieval Romance

Welcome to the world of THE BLACK DRAGON!

Addax al-Kort was not born in England.

As the heir to the throne of a defunct distant kingdom (near present day Pakistan), Addax came to England with a trade caravan when he was very young. He became a page for a powerful knight and worked his way through the ranks and protocols of Medieval England to become a full-fledged English knight serving William Marshal. Addax is part of the brotherhood of Executioner Knights serving the Marshal, but he has a great talent for the tournament circuit. Competing under a standard emblazoned with black dragon, he becomes quite rich.

But something changes the course of his life forever.

A man he thought was a friend.

Addax and Maximillian de Grey, a fellow competitor, are close friends, so close that Addax leaves the tournament circuit to go with his friend to help secure his new legacy when he marries a woman of his father’s choosing. Unfortunately, that’s where the trouble begins, for Maximillian is not noble man when it comes to women. He doesn’t want a wife and he makes that abundantly clear. He has mistresses, openly, in front of his new wife, and steps on everything that marriage stands for.

But the new wife isn’t any ordinary woman. Emmeline de Witt is a sweet, beautiful woman who doesn’t deserve what Maximillian is dishing out. Addax is put in the position of comforting his friend’s wife simply out of duty and a sense of compassion, but the inevitable happens. When the woman Addax loves is abused by her husband, will he look the other way because of the sanctity of marriage? Or will he fight for the woman who has captured his heart, no matter what happens to him in the end? He’s a man of honor, above all… but will honor be what he chooses?

Addax has lost everything in his life – his throne, his identity, his family. But Emmeline… Emmy… gives him hope that he can know joy once again. In her, he can see his destiny.

Or his death.

Uncaged Review: Sir Addax al-Kort, a magnificent knight, known on the tournament circuit as the black dragon, is one of the greatest! Addax loves to compete in tournaments, especially against fellow knights and even his best friend, Maximillian “Max” de Grey. Max’s father had instantly betrothed him to the beauteous Lady Emmeline “Emmy” de Witt. Addax is very surprised at the marriage but feels there is another motive for why the wedding was done in so much haste. When Addax is asked by Christopher “Chris” de Lohr, an Executioner Knight, to find out the true reason why Max’s father so wanted the marriage and if it had something to do with the Scottish? Chris asks Addax to go to Max’s home and find out the real reason while also passing along information to him. Addax will do this and also becomes very close to Emmy, slowly falling for her too as well. Addax realizes that there is a fine line between being Max’s friend and his love for Emmy is also putting them both in mortal danger.

What an amazingly wonderful historical romance that is not only a joy to read yet manages to captivate anyone who reads it! The book might be a love story, yet there is so much more than just a tale of that. There is so much depth, beautiful visuals and fascinating characters that the story literally transcends on another level that I couldn’t help but get caught up in the novel too. There are very few plot holes that are left unturned. Sure, I had a few questions about what actually happened to Addax’s family and wanted to know what really happened, yet I figured it would all turn out fine. Addax is such a charming, honorable knight that, even though he isn’t truly English, he’s still a tremendous person that is worthy of being a perfect book boyfriend. While Emmeline isn’t the young sweet innocent damsel but an older woman who is still feisty and is just enchanting too. Do I look forward to more of the executioner knights? Well of course, I do! Hopefully Essien gets a story too. Ms. Kathryn Le Veque writes not only with a deep passion for the story, but everything too. I anxiously await more of her books, no matter what they may be!
Reviewed by Roslynn Ernst

4.5 Stars

Knight of Chaos
Sherry Ewing
Medieval Historical

In the chaos of war, can one knight defy the odds to find peace with the woman warrior he loves?

Sir Theobald Norwood finds himself embroiled in a mission of loyalty and love as he stands by Empress Matilda in her pursuit of the throne. As he and her army head to Winchester, he stumbles upon a mysterious woman named Mistress Ingrid Seymour, hiding in the woods with her own quest in mind. What starts as a test of her worthiness quickly transforms into a profound connection.

As they join forces on the battlefield, Theobald and Ingrid face not only the challenges of war but also the enemies lurking in the shadows. Ingrid’s identity is called into question, shaking the very foundation of her existence, while Theobald grapples with his own emotions. Amidst confusion, they must find a way to let love blossom and unite their hearts.

But with forces working against them, will Theobald and Ingrid be torn apart by the unpredictable tides of fate? Can they overcome their differences and trust one another, or will the mounting chaos consume their chances at happiness?

Uncaged Review: The middle son of the Norwood family, Sir Theobald Norwood, fled London, escaping to Oxford with the Empress Matilda secretly hidden away. On a small farm outside London, Mistress Ingrid Seymour knew the time had come to leave the tiny village with nothing keeping her there and both her parents gone. Ingrid knew that her destiny didn’t lie in town. Before Ingrid even meets the Empress though, she runs into Theobald, who decides to be her protector and delivers her to the Empress. When Ingrid finally gets to meet the Empress, she promotes her as a lady-in-waiting, which Ingrid isn’t really wanting, but her fighting days aren’t over either. Theobald and Ingrid have a much bigger threat to fight besides a war, enemies that want both of them dead but most of all falling in love.

What an amazing, fast-moving historical romance filled with action, adventure, battle and love! Who wouldn’t appreciate that? These are usually my favorite types of stories filled with enough fighting going and heartfelt affection that, of course, I don’t get bored and instead devour the pages wishing the book would never end! Sure, the book is the second in the series, but it can somewhat stand alone. You just might want to read the first book about Theobald’s brother, Wymar, just to understand the relationship between them even if you didn’t, there is enough background information to understand what is going on. Theobald is the perfect representation of a knight. He watches over and protects women, children, his fellow knights and, most of all, Ingrid. That I couldn’t help but fall for him too. While Ingrid might be a warrior maiden, she still manages to ensnare the heart of Theobald and everyone likes her too. Do I look forward to the next book in the series, you bet I do! Ms. Sherry Ewing has penned a book that has everything I relish: an enjoyable, well-written story that you can’t help but get caught up in, lots of plot twists/twists, so you never know what is going to happen, beautifully written characters that almost seem real, stunning visuals that make it easy to see the entire tale in your head and an epic romance that literally sweeps you away! Reviewed by Roslynn Ernst

4.5 Stars