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cortney9812's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
rosannelortz's review
4.0
Ah, Sir Durand. Always the antagonist, never the hero, Durand finally receives a story of his own. After Helene’s marriage to Abel, Durand swears his sword to Queen Eleanor, going to the continent to serve at the queen’s court. When Eleanor demands that he escort Beata Fauvel, a young and high-spirited widow, back to England, Durand grits his teeth and obeys. Lady Beata has ideas of her own about where her trip should end up, however, and Durand finds that his powers of persuasion and pursuit will be stretched to the limit if he is to carry out his mission.
While Beata was not really my favorite heroine, I enjoyed seeing Durand finally find his own match. Eleanor of Aquitaine figured heavily in this book, adding more of a historical component than other books in the series where the historical characters are simply tapestry on the walls.
While Beata was not really my favorite heroine, I enjoyed seeing Durand finally find his own match. Eleanor of Aquitaine figured heavily in this book, adding more of a historical component than other books in the series where the historical characters are simply tapestry on the walls.
digitlchic's review
5.0
Arguably my favorite in this series
Arguably my favorite in this series, Sir Durand's redemption was marvelously written. Enough remorse and character development to be believed without beating you over the head with past sins. Great romantic tension as always. This is a favorite series by a favorite author.
Arguably my favorite in this series, Sir Durand's redemption was marvelously written. Enough remorse and character development to be believed without beating you over the head with past sins. Great romantic tension as always. This is a favorite series by a favorite author.
betherin02's review
5.0
Complete series review on Faithfully Bookish.com
Who can resist a tale of knights in shining armor and damsels in distress?! Medieval times are often romanticized but if it's wrong, I don't want to be right!
Between her outspoken nature and her unorthodox marriage, classifying Lady Beata Fauvel as an interesting character is an understatement (methinks The Vexing is aptly named). Sir Durand Marshal has made a royal mess of his life in previous books yet his sorrowful and genuine repentance makes his own story all the more entertaining and sincere.
I have immensely enjoyed reading and rereading the Age of Faith series over the last few years and highly recommend it for delightful binge reading. One of my favorite aspects of this series is the way each plot is skillfully intertwined with the other installments. The characters' lives interconnect in genuine relationships forged by struggle, strife, and love. Tamara Leigh's stories are guilty pleasure reading without the guilt and are among my all-time favorites.
These books were either purchased by me or borrowed through the Kindle Unlimited program. The opinions expressed are my own.
Who can resist a tale of knights in shining armor and damsels in distress?! Medieval times are often romanticized but if it's wrong, I don't want to be right!
Between her outspoken nature and her unorthodox marriage, classifying Lady Beata Fauvel as an interesting character is an understatement (methinks The Vexing is aptly named). Sir Durand Marshal has made a royal mess of his life in previous books yet his sorrowful and genuine repentance makes his own story all the more entertaining and sincere.
I have immensely enjoyed reading and rereading the Age of Faith series over the last few years and highly recommend it for delightful binge reading. One of my favorite aspects of this series is the way each plot is skillfully intertwined with the other installments. The characters' lives interconnect in genuine relationships forged by struggle, strife, and love. Tamara Leigh's stories are guilty pleasure reading without the guilt and are among my all-time favorites.
These books were either purchased by me or borrowed through the Kindle Unlimited program. The opinions expressed are my own.
abigailkayharris's review
Due to content I do not recommend this book. Personally... Most will be fine with them however I just didn't really like how descriptive or suggestive they were at points.
I read the whole of the series and I liked them but may places I skimmed or skipped due to sexual content, fade to black scenes, or too many details.
I read the whole of the series and I liked them but may places I skimmed or skipped due to sexual content, fade to black scenes, or too many details.
nicole1's review
5.0
Fantastic addition to a great series.
Sir Durand is a knight haunted by the guilt of past sin. Lady Beta is a woman caught in a power struggle between her father and the queen. When the queen charges Durand to deliver Lady Beta to her Father and to make sure she does not wed a man unless the queen aproves, the adventure begins.
I loved how well the plot moved in this book, the author never let it drag, and always held my interest. The romance was perfect. Both are drawn towards each other, though they know theirs is a match that can never be. I loved the message of how we are to call upon and trust God to help us and not to take matters into our own hands if it causes us to sin.
This Author knows how to write!
Sir Durand is a knight haunted by the guilt of past sin. Lady Beta is a woman caught in a power struggle between her father and the queen. When the queen charges Durand to deliver Lady Beta to her Father and to make sure she does not wed a man unless the queen aproves, the adventure begins.
I loved how well the plot moved in this book, the author never let it drag, and always held my interest. The romance was perfect. Both are drawn towards each other, though they know theirs is a match that can never be. I loved the message of how we are to call upon and trust God to help us and not to take matters into our own hands if it causes us to sin.
This Author knows how to write!
marylinfurumasu's review
5.0
Tamara Leigh writes with so much flair and colorful word pictures. Each of her books are an invitation to travel back in time to an era we can only imagine. An era where the king and queen determine who you can marry, where you can go, and what your life status will be.
This story is full of drama and intrigue, with a fun bit of romance.
As a reader, you will be taken on a fantastic journey with Sir Durand and Lady Beata. Deeply feeling all their struggles and emotions.
This book ties together the Age of Faith series, and is a wonderful end (maybe) to these characters. Who knows, Tamara Leigh may surprise us with more of these stories, and I for one, would LOVE it!
I highly recommend picking this book up and reading it. Actually, READ THE WHOLE SERIES you won’t be disappointed!
On a different note...This was my 1000th book read since joining Goodreads and it was so FUN!
This story is full of drama and intrigue, with a fun bit of romance.
As a reader, you will be taken on a fantastic journey with Sir Durand and Lady Beata. Deeply feeling all their struggles and emotions.
This book ties together the Age of Faith series, and is a wonderful end (maybe) to these characters. Who knows, Tamara Leigh may surprise us with more of these stories, and I for one, would LOVE it!
I highly recommend picking this book up and reading it. Actually, READ THE WHOLE SERIES you won’t be disappointed!
On a different note...This was my 1000th book read since joining Goodreads and it was so FUN!
tonishiloh's review
5.0
I really liked The Vexing and following Sir Durand's story as well as Lady Beata Fauvel. It was also great to see the Wulfriths here and there.
I was worried because this wasn't a Wulfrith story it wouldn't be as great but I had nothing to fear. Tamara Leigh did a remarkable job in book 6. Now on to book 7!
I was worried because this wasn't a Wulfrith story it wouldn't be as great but I had nothing to fear. Tamara Leigh did a remarkable job in book 6. Now on to book 7!
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