A Sword for His Lady

by Mary Wine

Overview

A Publishers Weekly Top 10 Pick for Spring 2015

He'd defend her keep…

After proving himself on the field of battle, Ramon de Segrave is appointed to the Council of Barons by Richard the Lionheart. But instead of taking his most formidable warrior on his latest Crusade, the king assigns Ramon an even more dangerous task—woo and win the Lady of Thistle Keep.

If only she'd yield her heart

Isabel of Camoys is a capable widow with no intention of surrendering her valuable estate. She's fought long and hard for her independence, and if the price is loneliness, then so be it. She will not yield…even if she does find the powerful knight's heated embrace impossible to ignore.

But when her land is threatened, Isabel reluctantly agrees to allow Ramon and his army to defend the keep—knowing that the price may very well be her heart.

Here's what you can expect from Mary Wine:

"Major sizzle factor." —Lucy Monroe, USA Today bestselling author

"A fast-paced tale." —RT Book Reviews

"Exceptionally well researched and extremely authentic." —Night Owl Reviews

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781492602484
Publisher:	Sourcebooks
Publication date:	07/07/2015
Series:	Courtly Love , #1
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	348
Sales rank:	611,199
File size:	903 KB

About the Author

Acclaimed author Mary Wine has written over 30 works of Scottish Highland romance, romantic suspense and erotic romance. An avid history-buff and historical costumer, she and her family enjoy participating in historical reenactments. Mary lives in Yorba Linda, California with her husband and two sons.

Editorial Reviews

★ 05/04/2015
Widow and warrior face off in a battle of wills in this feisty launch of Wine’s Courtly Love series. Clever, competent Isabel of Camoys has been hardworking and enterprising since her husband’s death, resulting in a thriving estate that supports her well-fed populace. But her home of Thistle Keep is vulnerable; the estate is situated near the unstable Welsh border in 1189 England, and the men have left for the Crusades. King Richard the Lionheart dispatches his dutiful baron Ramon de Segrave, a seasoned soldier, to defend the area, preferably by wedding Isabel; she resists, fearing she will lose her independence to the headstrong Ramon. Meanwhile, Isabel’s evil former brother-in-law, Jacques Raeburn, plots to reclaim his brother’s land by forcibly marrying Isabel. Wine’s signature flirtatious banter fans the flames between the combative Isabel and Ramon, heightening their passion for each other. Kidnapping, poisoning, and a wicked courtesan all play parts in this spirited historical, helmed by a delightfully capable heroine. (July)

Publishers Weekly

"Wine’s signature flirtatious banter fans the flames between the combative Isabel and Ramon, heightening their passion for each other. Kidnapping, poisoning, and a wicked courtesan all play parts in this spirited historical, helmed by a delightfully capable heroine." — Publishers Weekly

"[An] unforgettable love story, replete with sexual tension, historical details and powerful storytelling. 4 1/2 Stars." — RT Book Reviews

"... Ms. Wine tells a beautiful romance. A Sword for His Lady is the kind of book that I used to adore. A fabulous historical novel laced with fact and fiction while telling a beautiful, sexy love story. So again, Thank You Ms. Wine." — Bodice Rippers

"I think this book is going to be one of the best books of the summer reading season of 2015...This is a definite buy the book at full price read. You won’t be sorry that you did! " — Literati Literature Lovers

"The story is well paced with clever repartee balanced with danger and suspense. I am looking forward to the next installment in this series." — The Good, The Bad and The Unread

"A SWORD FOR HIS LADY was an enjoyable read. I especially liked the ending scenes and look forward to reading more books from this author and set in this time period." — Plot Twist Review

"Medieval era historical romance fans should give this one a go particularly if feisty heroines, passionate romance, and the true knight in shining armor with skills that will make you swoon does it for you." — The Delighted Reader

"[A] sexy, entertaining romance..." — BookPage

From the Publisher

In a refreshing change for a historical romance, narrator Elizabeth Wiley chooses to forgo an accent for the narrative of this book, reserving her considerable talents for the characters’ dialogue only. Ramon de Segrave has been appointed a baron by King Richard the Lionheart, and given lands that adjoin those of Isabel of Camoys. Isabel is a widow, and sees no need to change this state. When a rival baron arrives to claim Isabel for himself, she must decide what’s more important—her independence or the safety of her people. Wiley’s skilled narration expresses a range of emotions and serves to lift the occasionally awkward prose to its fullest storytelling potential. K.M.P. © AudioFile 2015, Portland, Maine

NOVEMBER 2015 - AudioFile