The Warlord

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Summary: Hooked from page one
Review: Just wanted to say that I was hooked from page one. This great tale of love, not only made me sigh through the pages, but somehow brought back my dreams of finding my prince charming. After reading this novel, and making my best friend read it as well, we created the "The Warlord Rating System". No other novel has outranked it so far, but hey we keep reading and trying to find another romantic tale as great as this one. Can't wait for Elizabeth Elliot's next book "The Assassin".

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Summary: Absolutely DIVINE Love Story!
Review: Lady Tess of Remmington, has endured five years of abuse and suffering from a step father that intends to marry her to his heir in order to retain possession of Remmington Castle. With the help of her uncle and two hired mercenaries Tess has escaped to the safety of an abbey where her plans are to seek sanctuary as a nun. Unfortunately, her uncle didn't tell her the rest of the story - that one of the mercenaries was the infamous Butcher of Wales, Kenric of Montague, and she would be married to him that very night. The arguments are made - and you can get your first glimpse at the spunk, courage and a little humor of our heroine - where Tess is convinced that as evil as her step-father is, by marrying the Butcher of Wales, Kenric of Montague. He might be the only one capable of keeping her step-father away and her regaining her family keep of Remmington.
Kenric and his man-at-arms Roger Fitz Alan knew, by order of the King, that he would be marrying the maid, but seeing a short squat hooded person, Fitz Alan quipped that perhaps she had a comely face, and was making Kenric have second thoughts - even if this marriage was by royal order. When Tess threw off her cloak in anger to accuse her uncle of trickery - Kenric was at once awestruck at her beauty. He, who had vowed to never marry, had never felt passion stir in him for any woman before this night - used them, bedded them - but never had a woman caused him this soul stirring passion.

For some reason, Tess even at this forced alliance, somehow felt safe with this very proud and unsmiling warrior - who hid his passion so very well. She only knew that when she saw him - she knew that she had seen him before - in her dreams. His trust would be hard won, having been emotionally scarred throughout his childhood, and yet she would betray him, to save her people, sacrificing everything to the point of losing that which she finally came to realize was most dear to her.

This is an absolutely divine story of love and passion. The main characters, Tess and Kenric, are both so well developed you will find yourself feeling their pain, cheering them on in their joy of discovery, and wariness in their very sensual dance of love. I was made to feel like a fly on a wall and I laughed and cried with them both as this author endeared them to my heart. Bravo - a most excellent medieval romance!

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Summary: EXCELLENT
Review: Okay, Kenric is a little rough around the edges. I didn't really enjoy the parts where he locked her up in a room. But then, if he'd sat her down to have a lovely chat about their disagreements, I really wouldn't have believed it. If you're reading a midieval novel, you have to expect medieval characters. Other then that, they were both intelligent, witty, stubborn characters who made a great story when they clashed.

With great characters and drama, the tiny lady learns how to tame her warrior husband and he learns to like being tamed. Typical story but tremendous writing.

I've read all of Elliot's books (why, oh why, doesn't she write more?!) and I recommend them all!

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Summary: Great! Loved the hero/heroine dispite their imperfections
Review: the author kept your interest with interesting characters, captivating plot, and historical clarity

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Summary: 5 stars very good
Review: The book, "The Warlord", was very good, it kept my attention and my interest until the very last page. The story of Lady Tess and Kenric of Montague is one that I will hold dear to my heart for a long, long time. Much praise to Elizabeth Elliot for writing such a wonderful book

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Summary: An enjoyable and fast read.
Review: The characters were very believable for that time period. The lovers' story was well developed and their love scenes well written. A really enjoyable and fast read. I had not read Elizabeth Elliott before, but look forward to reading other books by her.

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Summary: EXCELLENT
Review: The first of the series, The Warlord is a wonderful book to read!

Lady Tess of Remmington was forced to flee and marry Kenric of Montague to escape the physical and mental abuse enforced by her cruel stepfather and stepbrother to which she is betrothed to. To be able to regain her beloved Remmington Castle again, she must abide this decree given by the King of England.

What happens during the book is of course for the reader to find out. Elizabeth Elliot has crafted a wonderful tale of knights and their ladies in 1200 England. She takes you back in time and writes the story of Tess and Kenric so vividly that you will feel like you are there yourself. I also enjoyed the secondary characters of Roger Fitz Alan (his first in command) and the guards Simon and Evard. They added a bit of comedy in this delightful book. Guy, the brother of Kenric who stars in his own book Betrothed, was only mentioned but never really given a role in this book which makes reading the sequel much more exciting.

So pick up this book, relax and be prepared to stepback in time where men are men to protect what is theirs and ENJOY The Warlord!

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Summary: Stepback in time and enjoy The Warlord!!
Review: The first of the series, The Warlord is a wonderful book to read!

Lady Tess of Remmington was forced to flee and marry Kenric of Montague to escape the physical and mental abuse enforced by her cruel stepfather and stepbrother to which she is betrothed to. To be able to regain her beloved Remmington Castle again, she must abide this decree given by the King of England.

What happens during the book is of course for the reader to find out. Elizabeth Elliot has crafted a wonderful tale of knights and their ladies in 1200 England. She takes you back in time and writes the story of Tess and Kenric so vividly that you will feel like you are there yourself. I also enjoyed the secondary characters of Roger Fitz Alan (his first in command) and the guards Simon and Evard. They added a bit of comedy in this delightful book. Guy, the brother of Kenric who stars in his own book Betrothed, was only mentioned but never really given a role in this book which makes reading the sequel much more exciting.

So pick up this book, relax and be prepared to stepback in time where men are men to protect what is theirs and ENJOY The Warlord!

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Summary: One to read again!
Review: The story of Tess (a maiden thrown out by an evil stepfather) and Kenric (a handsome but fierce warlord who fights for what's his) had me unable to set it down. Lots of romance, quick storyline for a 380 page book and decent intrique. Amusing and touching. This one I'll re-read!

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Summary: This is a keeper!!!!!
Review: The Warlord proved to be a novel worth every cent! You should get it! This touching story has characters created with a swift hand blended with a skillfully woven plot.This medieval read is funny and leaves you smiling.