Defiant Passion (Sons of Rhodri series Book 1)
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| Rating | : | 4.35 (782 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B007Q4Z3AU |
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| Number of Pages | : | 465 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-03-09 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
He is intimidating to behold, and the mention of his name strikes fear into the hearts of those living on the English side of the Welsh border. Ms. Markland has created true to life characters. I can't put them down. Follett with a woman's touch!. The historic detail wound into their love story is simply brilliant! A fantastic read!"If you enjoy the historical richness of Ken Follett, you'll love Anna Markland's books. The characters become real people and I was transported back to 11th century Europe, with all their trials and tribulations. He hates Saxon and Norman equally and burns with Celtic fervour for a Wales free of their domination.He embodies primitive masculinity and vitality, with the tanned, weathered skin of a man who lives his life in the open air. Set in the tapestry of ongoing conflict and politics in the 11th century, this sensual, bittersweet love story is beautifully written.""The research in this book shone through every page. Though few have ever met him, all know of his deeds.Rhonwen Dda is a shy healer, a diminutive woman of peace renowned for her mystical aura. To them he is a feral force. Ms. If you like history, you'll love Defiant Passion.""Anna Markland weaves a fantastic tale of love, passion, raw emotions and inner conflict. They are real people struggling with real problems and dangerous challenges.""The book's scenes of intimacy are well written. Rhodri believes she is his destiny. His sorties into the border
Prior to becoming a fiction author, shepublished numerous family histories. Anna Markland is a Canadian author with a keen interest in genealogy.She writes medieval romance about family honour, ancestry and roots. One of the things she enjoys most aboutwriting historical romance is the in-depth research required to provide thereader with an authentic medieval experience. Her novelsare intimate love stories filled with passion and adv
"Ireally liked the characters and the writing is excellent loved the'historical' feel and the dialogue helps to define the people and their lives.I want to know so much more."Night Owl Reviews
Great romance! This story took me to another time and place. This book is another one that was set in a time that I was unfamiliar with. The year is 1066. England and Wales are at deep odds with each other. Rhodri and Rhonwen come from very different sides of the issue. Rhodri is a Welsh prince who wants freedom for all of Wales. Rhonwen is a more subdued healer in the house of an English nobleman. Rh. "3.5 STARS! Better than average l had some problems with this book, one being when our h becomes entangled to quickly with our H, even in front of others. I felt it was out of character for our h.There is some suspense that was well written, so I rated my review because of that. We have a plot that was predicable, enjoyable secondary character's that helped the story. I enjoyed the epilogue but wished for more develop. .5 STARS! Better than average" according to NavyWave62. l had some problems with this book, one being when our h becomes entangled to quickly with our H, even in front of others. I felt it was out of character for our h.There is some suspense that was well written, so I rated my review because of that. We have a plot that was predicable, enjoyable secondary character's that helped the story. I enjoyed the epilogue but wished for more develop. Kathy said Perfect for lovers of historical romances. Wonderfully written and filled with historic references to satisfy lovers of both romance and history. The story captured me from the get go and I couldn't put it down. Great insight to the plight of the Welsh struggle and the settling of the Normans in that time. I will be looking to read more of this series.This book was gifted to me by the author, with no expectations of a review.