The Rebel Heiress and the Knight

By Melissa Oliver

I adored this book…

I’m so pleased to introduce you to author Melissa Oliver  and her debut novel. 

The title is “The Rebel Heiress and the Knight, but you will get to know them as the beautiful, feisty Lady Eleanor and the bold, dreamy Knight, Sir Hugh. I was so involved with their story, I truly was sad when the book ended. I miss Hugh and Eleanor.  (I learned that the author dreams about them!)

When I wrote my review, I couldn’t stop! I had to describe every lovely bit in this book. I even apologized to the the author for going on and on. Then I looked at other reviews- they rave, too. Paragraphs and paragraphs of raves.

I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did. Book purchasing information and my review are below. And good luck with the Giveaway!

Many thanks to Jessie Cahalin, novelist, blogger and best friend to all, for introducing me to Melissa Oliver.

JENA’S REVIEW

The Rebel Heiress and the Knight by Melissa Oliver
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Once upon a time in England , a very long time ago in the year of our Lord 1215, there was a rebel heiress named Lady Eleanor and a brave and virtuous knight known as Sir Hugh. And their story is the most marvelous fairy tale for grownups ever. This is a character-driven romance and the characters are fully developed and unforgettable.

Eleanor is a lovely young noble lady from a noble family. In her own words she is “headstrong, sharp-tongued and highly opinionated.” And not about to change. Sir Hugh is the ideal knight, handsome, virile, strong of character. Both of them have a sense of courage, righteous justice and honor. Unfortunately, they are on different sides, many different sides.

Hugh knows that women are nothing but heartache. Eleanor sees men as evil, selfish beasts. When King John orders them to marry, they aren’t even able to consummate their marriage. And it gets more complicated. King John has ordered Hugh to find the outlaws who have been stealing the King’s tax money. And who is the secret leader of the outlaws? Would you dare to guess that it’s Eleanor? Oh what a wonderful web of a plot! How will they get to their happily ever after?

Eleanor and Hugh do manage to overcome the strife of their times and the chasm of their personal lives, and we are spellbound as the author creates their beguiling story. Both are heroes, yet real and vulnerable, too. Darling Eleanor, so beautiful and brave, yet unsure of herself is slowly attracted to Hugh, the paragon of virtue and bravery, whose stubbornness is paired with grace and humility. Both must change for them to be their best, both as individuals and as a couple.

The writing is excellent- nimble yet meaningful. The story is the perfect blend of romance, wry humor, excitement, and mystery. I smiled and “oohed and awed” over so many parts- the chess games, the gift of sheep, Eleanor training with Hugh. The history of the times is presented in a spare and easy to understand manner.

Did I forget to mention the tender yet powerful love and passion between them? Above all, this is a delightful romance. The love scenes were …well, I read the romantic parts several times. Get ready to swoon.

I highly recommend this book. I thank the author for an advance digital review copy. This is my honest review.

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Get to Know Author Melissa Oliver

Melissa Oliver is from south-west London where she writes historical romance novels. She lives with her gorgeous husband and equally gorgeous daughters, who share her passion for decrepit, old castles, grand palaces and all things historical.

When she’s not writing she loves to travel for inspiration, paint, and visit museums & art galleries.

If you want to find out more, follow Melissa on Twitter @melissaoauthor or 
Facebook @melissaoliverauthor

GIVEAWAY!!!

Lords and Ladies, Melissa Oliver has provided two wonderful gifts. You can win a paperback copy of The Rebel Heiress and the Knight. 

Wow! Gladsome tidings!

To enter, please answer the question in the comments or share this post on your social media. Tag me (Twitter @Jena Books or Facebook jena.c.henry author and tag Melissa-  her handles are in the previous Bio section).

Here’s the question: What major event happened in 1215 A.D. ?

I will select 2 winners, randomly. I’ll direct message the winners and I’ll ask for your mailing address. Bonus points if you slay a dragon or rescue a maiden from a tower.

I hope I didn’t make this too complicated. Don’t worry, we’ll get 2 winners somehow! Thanks for entering.