"For Castle and Crown" by Sian A. Bessey

For Castle and Crown
by Sian A. Bessey


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Romance, clean, period; Historical

Perfect historic setting for this novel. While it can be categorized as a romance, it's period setting with historic figures and battles made for a perfect, suspense filled novel with intrigue and perfect backstory with the monarchies and crusades. Pippa and Edmund's story wove together so beautifully as they both worked through their pains, and concerns. Gorgeous period setting, strong side characters and back story, and of course the tender moments between Pippa and Edmund.

Pippa and Edmund, both with their personal challenges, Edmund returning as a Duke after his brother's death, and his capture in Germany, the physical challenges he faced, was characterized so well. Strong, courageous, kind and encouraging to Pippa and those around him, while expecting the best from those under his leadership and inspiring loyalty. His attentiveness to Pippa, her needs and concerns even when not sure of her decision to become a nun was heartfelt, and so tender to read. The Welsh backstory, the machinations behind the keep and those who were perpetrating them, it all wound up to be an intense, suspenseful read along with the sweet romance with Pippa. Pippa's courage, determination, and care for her friend and her liege was inspiring, hurting, honest, and so fun to read. Their interactions, whether with themselves or in the heat of battle were perfectly drawn by S.A.B. Always a favorite author of mine. A wonderfully drawn historical novel. She takes historic figures and successfully weaves them into her characters and settings, making history come alive.

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