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Summary: I love this book!
Review: I'm 13 years old and I just finished reading the Silver Sword i could barely put it down I loved it so much and I can't wait to read the rest of the seriese, me mom is happy that I'm accualy reading books I don't like to many but I love Irish backround 'cuz I'm part irish myself and I really love the story line.
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Summary: The first book in the new Heirs of Cahira O'Connor series!
Review: It is said that as Cahira, daughter of the great Irish king Rory O'Connor, lay dying of a wound from a Norman blade, she lifted her hand toward heaven and beseeched God that others would follow after her, bright stars who would break forth from the courses to which they are bound and restore right in this murderous world . . . So begins a new and different series which takes readers through four distinctly different time periods. The first book, THE SILVER SWORD, centers around Anika of Prague, in the 13th century. Seeking safety from her enemies, Anika dons the most unlikely disguise imagineable for a young woman--a coat of armor. Retreating to the castle of Lord John of Chlum, she joins the knights who are advancing religious reformation among the churches of Bohemia. But when her father and best friend give their lives in the struggle, Anike vows vvengeance--never dreaming that her quest will bring her close to love, and demand far more than she is willing to give. Action, adventure, and romance! A read both men and women will enjoy. Look for the next book, THE GOLDEN CROSS, in October 1998.
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Summary: Romantic Times Inspirational Book of the Year!
Review: The Silver Sword has won the 1998 Reviewers' Choice Award in inspirational fiction.
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Summary: This book was real enough to be true, and an awesome story.
Review: The Silver Sword was a book that really goes above and beyond what I would expect from a historical fiction book of the 15th century. Written in such a style it could easily be true the pages flew when I read this. While not action packed the subject of such extreme corruption kept me intigued. I couldn't put it down. This book is truly a book that you can learn about life then, come away feeling warm and fuzzy and want to know more about Anika and Lord John. Tremendous praise for The Silver Sword.
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Summary: An Avid Reader
Review: The story of Anika is one that can best be summed up in one (old)sentence: "If revenge is sweet, why does it leave such a bitter taste?" (this is from the book, too). Anika burns with the thought of revenge against those who have wronged her. As such, she decides to dress as a boy and earn a knighthood. Sir John takes her into his household to learn to be a knight and to serve him as long as he serves the teachings of Jan Huss. This is a story of not only a young girl fighting for what she believes, but also the history of the church during the 1400s, which was rife with corruption. Jan Huss preached against the things that were wrong in the Church. The premise to the series is that there are women descended from Cahira O'Connor who rise up to fight against injustice. It should be interesting to read the next 3 books in the series.
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Summary: An inspiring story
Review: The story of Anika is one that can best be summed up in one (old)sentence: "If revenge is sweet, why does it leave such a bitter taste?" (this is from the book, too). Anika burns with the thought of revenge against those who have wronged her. As such, she decides to dress as a boy and earn a knighthood. Sir John takes her into his household to learn to be a knight and to serve him as long as he serves the teachings of Jan Huss. This is a story of not only a young girl fighting for what she believes, but also the history of the church during the 1400s, which was rife with corruption. Jan Huss preached against the things that were wrong in the Church. The premise to the series is that there are women descended from Cahira O'Connor who rise up to fight against injustice. It should be interesting to read the next 3 books in the series.
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Summary: Action packed, romantic and thoroughly enjoyable.
Review: This historic fiction transports you to medieval times and gives life to the characters in this book. Each character has a distinct personality with great details to their thoughts and feelings in a way that is most enjoyable. You cheer for the leading lady as she encounters unbelievable obstacles throughout the book, with constant twists to the plot. Surprises abound, and I could hardly put it down...finishing it in under 2 days. I can't wait for the subsequent books of this series.
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Summary: Great story - but weak ending
Review: This was, on the whole, a very good and engrossing book. It creates an execellent image of what unforgiveness and a desire for vengance can do to the Chritian heart. The only fault I can find is in the last chapter. It seems like the author could figure out what to do next, so she just stopped. There could really be another fifty pages of final development. My advise, read the book, but stop just before the last chapter and make up your own ending. It'll probably be much better.
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Summary: Great story - but weak ending
Review: This was, on the whole, a very good and engrossing book. It creates an execellent image of what unforgiveness and a desire for vengance can do to the Chritian heart. The only fault I can find is in the last chapter. It seems like the author could figure out what to do next, so she just stopped. There could really be another fifty pages of final development. My advise, read the book, but stop just before the last chapter and make up your own ending. It'll probably be much better.
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