The Sword of Glastonbury Series by Lisa Shea
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#1
Knowing Yourself (The Sword of Glastonbury #1)
Lisa Shea
Rated: 3.75 of 5 starsKay is entranced with the possibilities which lie before her. Five handsome, willing men are vying for her hand in marriage. The stakes are ownership of a medieval keep perched on the rocky edge of a stormy ocean. Each man seems more stunning than the last, and it is her choice which will reward the prize. To make the game even more interesting, Kay is disguised as a handmaiden to her sister, Em, so that she might more freely mingle with the suitors... moreKay is entranced with the possibilities which lie before her. Five handsome, willing men are vying for her hand in marriage. The stakes are ownership of a medieval keep perched on the rocky edge of a stormy ocean. Each man seems more stunning than the last, and it is her choice which will reward the prize. To make the game even more interesting, Kay is disguised as a handmaiden to her sister, Em, so that she might more freely mingle with the suitors. In this way she can learn their strengths and catch them unaware in their most intimate moments. As the threat of border reivers approaches the keep, Kay finds that her pleasurable playtime takes on a far more serious overtone. Knowing who to trust and who to depend on becomes a matter of life and death! Lisa has written 12 medieval novels. Each is a standalone story and can be read in any order. Each has its own flavor and atmosphere - each is set in a different part of England and showcases the natural beauty of its region. Knowing Yourself is set in Cumbria, in northwestern England. The cover photo shows that gorgeous landscape. All of Lisa's books are teen-friendly with no graphic violence or intimacy. Knowing Yourself is a lighthearted tale of romance and courtship, with a pair of fun-loving sisters, in the style of a bachelorette show. less
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#2
Finding Peace (The Sword of Glastonbury #2)
Lisa Shea
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsElizabeth has finally gotten free. Free of her abusive father, free of the cruel fiance he had pledged her to, and free of the ties to her past. She has left it all behind and vowed to find a new start in life. When she first meets Richard, every instinct is to hold him at arm's length, to not allow herself to be hurt again. Slowly his patient understanding and steadfast honor draw her past her walls, encourage her to risk her heart... moreElizabeth has finally gotten free. Free of her abusive father, free of the cruel fiance he had pledged her to, and free of the ties to her past. She has left it all behind and vowed to find a new start in life. When she first meets Richard, every instinct is to hold him at arm's length, to not allow herself to be hurt again. Slowly his patient understanding and steadfast honor draw her past her walls, encourage her to risk her heart. Then Corwin strides in from her past, his cutting remarks and quick hand an all too familiar threat. As he threatens to drag her back into the hell-hole she climbed out of, it is all she can do to cling to the happiness she had barely begun to believe in. less
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#3
Believing Your Eyes (The Sword of Glastonbury #3)
Lisa Shea
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsLucia's father is slain before her eyes. Her keep is overrun by wolves' heads. Desperate to protect what remains of her homelands, she flees to a neighboring keep to plead for support. She nearly reaches safety when a vicious ambush leaves her near death. Stephen, foster son of Lord Edmund, shepherds the valiant swordswoman through her hallucinations and fevers. As she heals, he finds himself drawn to her strength, her honor, and her courage... moreLucia's father is slain before her eyes. Her keep is overrun by wolves' heads. Desperate to protect what remains of her homelands, she flees to a neighboring keep to plead for support. She nearly reaches safety when a vicious ambush leaves her near death. Stephen, foster son of Lord Edmund, shepherds the valiant swordswoman through her hallucinations and fevers. As she heals, he finds himself drawn to her strength, her honor, and her courage. But he knows without a doubt that she cannot be his. When Ian, the nobleman's son and heir, decides that Lucia is the perfect target for his lecherous desires, Stephen finds himself caught in the most primal of battles - one which pits brother against brother, and father against son. Lisa has written 12 medieval novels. Each is a standalone story and can be read in any order. Each has its own flavor and atmosphere - each is set in a different part of England and showcases the natural beauty of its region. Believing Your Eyes is set in Northumberland, in northern England. The cover photo shows that beautiful landscape. All of Lisa's books are teen-friendly with no graphic violence or intimacy. Please be aware that this book tackles the delicate topic of rape. Those who have experienced this traumatic situation should be aware that the plot involves this situation; some find that material triggering of strong emotions. Believing Your Eyes is a powerful tale of overcoming pain, learning to trust again, and finding love, in the style of Robin Hood. less
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#4
A Sense of Duty (The Sword of Glastonbury #4)
Lisa Shea
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsConstance had given him up. Gabriel, the one man who could make her smile, who could bring joy to her world, was gone. She deliberately drove him away. She gave in to her parents' wishes and agreed to marry Barnard, a much older neighbor, to solidify her family’s borders. A handfasting, two failed attempts at having children, and she never even got that ring. Six years later, bandits are invading the realm while Barnard is too occupied with other women to lift a finger... moreConstance had given him up. Gabriel, the one man who could make her smile, who could bring joy to her world, was gone. She deliberately drove him away. She gave in to her parents' wishes and agreed to marry Barnard, a much older neighbor, to solidify her family’s borders. A handfasting, two failed attempts at having children, and she never even got that ring. Six years later, bandits are invading the realm while Barnard is too occupied with other women to lift a finger. To make matters worse, Gabriel returns home from the Crusades, his honor and strength a bitter reminder of all she has lost. Watching the single maidens vie for his affection is almost more than she can bear. When Barnard turns violent, Constance is forced to flee for her life. Her plight sends Gabriel straight toward the hangman’s noose! Lisa has written 12 medieval novels. Each is a standalone story and can be read in any order. Each has its own flavor and atmosphere - each is set in a different part of England and showcases the natural beauty of its region. A Sense of Duty is set in the North Sunderland area, on the northeastern coastline. The cover photo shows that beautiful coast. All of Lisa's books are teen-friendly with no graphic violence or intimacy. A Sense of Duty is a poignant tale of lost love and second chances, in the style of Jane Austen's Persuasion. less
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#5
Trusting in Faith (The Sword of Glastonbury #5)
Lisa Shea
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsSarah's midwife skills are the last line of defense for women with nowhere else to turn. She prides herself in the complete trust the women have in her. She would never betray one of her vulnerable charges. Reynald, a Templar knight, thunders into her world, demanding detailed information about her patients. Sarah, outraged at his arrogance, absolutely refuses to help him in any way... moreSarah's midwife skills are the last line of defense for women with nowhere else to turn. She prides herself in the complete trust the women have in her. She would never betray one of her vulnerable charges. Reynald, a Templar knight, thunders into her world, demanding detailed information about her patients. Sarah, outraged at his arrogance, absolutely refuses to help him in any way. When wolves' heads began threatening the region, Sarah realizes that Reynald's mission is one of critical importance. Soon it is a race against time to bring down the bandits before they slaughter all those who she has worked to keep safe. less
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#6
Creating Memories (The Sword of Glastonbury #6)
Lisa Shea
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsStorm's memory has been viciously purged by a blow from a bandit's cudgel. She has a completely blank slate, a fresh start on life. Yet doubts plague her. Was she a bandit herself? A helpless captive? When her memory returns, if it returns, would she betray those she had come to care for? Falcon, her rescuer, finds his suspicions slowly gentled, his heart entranced by the compassionate woman in his care. Jessica, the haughty contender determined to be by his side, is less forgiving... moreStorm's memory has been viciously purged by a blow from a bandit's cudgel. She has a completely blank slate, a fresh start on life. Yet doubts plague her. Was she a bandit herself? A helpless captive? When her memory returns, if it returns, would she betray those she had come to care for? Falcon, her rescuer, finds his suspicions slowly gentled, his heart entranced by the compassionate woman in his care. Jessica, the haughty contender determined to be by his side, is less forgiving. Jealous of any rival, Jessica is eager to find proof that Storm is intimately linked to the wolves heads. When the threat of attack looms, the question of Storm's trustworthiness billow and swirl. Storm desperately struggles to prove to Falcon that she is worthy of his unconditional faith - and of his eternal love. Lisa has written 12 medieval novels. Each is a standalone story and can be read in any order. Each has its own flavor and atmosphere - each is set in a different part of England and showcases the natural beauty of its region. Creating Memories is set in Norfolk, in southeastern England. The cover photo shows that beautiful landscape. All of Lisa's books are teen-friendly with no graphic violence or intimacy. Creating Memories is an intense tale of trust, betrayal, and how we perceive ourselves, in the tradition of The Bourne Identity. less
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#7
Sworn Loyalty (The Sword of Glastonbury #7)
Lisa Shea
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsMary's spartan upbringing and rigorous training have honed her for a single mission - to shield Erik from harm. His mother, Lady Cartwright, devised this final safety net before illness took her life. The Lady had no doubt that Erik's devious fiancee, Lynessa, would gleefully plan and execute her son's death. The only question was when. Erik seems oblivious to the threat barreling down at him... moreMary's spartan upbringing and rigorous training have honed her for a single mission - to shield Erik from harm. His mother, Lady Cartwright, devised this final safety net before illness took her life. The Lady had no doubt that Erik's devious fiancee, Lynessa, would gleefully plan and execute her son's death. The only question was when. Erik seems oblivious to the threat barreling down at him. Despite his years of service in the Crusades, and his intimate experience with dangers beyond reckoning, he still resolutely trusts in the woman he vowed to honor. Even when the proof seems incontrovertible that Lynessa is scheming his destruction, he determinedly holds out hope for her innocence. When Lynessa springs her fatal trap, Mary desperately races to intervene. Mary's love for Erik melds with her duty to protect him at all costs. Her every ounce of focus is on unraveling the twisted strands which bind him before they drag Erik to a brutal, tortured death. Lisa has written 12 medieval novels. Each is a standalone story and can be read in any order. Each has its own flavor and atmosphere - each is set in a different part of England and showcases the natural beauty of its region. Sworn Loyalty is set in Lincolnshire, in eastern England. The cover photo shows that beautiful landscape. All of Lisa's books are teen-friendly with no graphic violence or intimacy. Sworn Loyalty is a stirring tale of adventure, loyalty, and second chances, in the style of Robin Hood. less
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#8
Lady in Red (The Sword of Glastonbury #8)
Lisa Shea
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsJessame's best friend, Sabina, was brutally slain. Because Sabina was a fallen women, none will lift a finger to track down her killer. In desperation, Jessame takes matters into her own hands. She disguises herself as a lady of the night to lure in the murderer. Berenger returns home after ten long years in the crusades to find his home village has been turned upside down. A lady in red calling herself Besame is stirring up trouble everywhere she goes... moreJessame's best friend, Sabina, was brutally slain. Because Sabina was a fallen women, none will lift a finger to track down her killer. In desperation, Jessame takes matters into her own hands. She disguises herself as a lady of the night to lure in the murderer. Berenger returns home after ten long years in the crusades to find his home village has been turned upside down. A lady in red calling herself Besame is stirring up trouble everywhere she goes. When Jessame gets too close to the truth, and dark forces rise against her, Berenger races against time to prevent her from becoming the next victim! Lisa has written 12 medieval novels. Each is a standalone story and can be read in any order. Each has its own flavor and atmosphere - each is set in a different part of England and showcases the natural beauty of its region. Lady In Red is set in Somerset, in southwest England. The cover photo shows that beautiful landscape. All of Lisa's books are teen-friendly with no graphic violence or intimacy. Lady In Red is a lighthearted tale of second chances, mystery, and adventure, in the style of Agatha Christie meets Robin Hood. less
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#9
In A Glance (The Sword of Glastonbury #9)
Lisa Shea
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsFor five long years Joan had mourned the loss of her fiancé, Michael. At long last she was ready to move on with her life. She was going to carefully, delicately, reopen a connection with Hugh, the man honor had forced her to put aside. Perhaps now, after all the pain and suffering, she could have her one chance at joy. Hugh had returned from the Crusades with a mission - to lend assistance those who were weak and vulnerable... moreFor five long years Joan had mourned the loss of her fiancé, Michael. At long last she was ready to move on with her life. She was going to carefully, delicately, reopen a connection with Hugh, the man honor had forced her to put aside. Perhaps now, after all the pain and suffering, she could have her one chance at joy. Hugh had returned from the Crusades with a mission - to lend assistance those who were weak and vulnerable. When an unknown woman had the potential to interfere with a critical assignment, at first he strove against the interference. It took him completely by surprise to realize she was the woman he had longed for, that summer's afternoon long ago in the Holy Land. The woman who now haunted his dreams. Joan and Hugh quickly discover that the kidnappings and local violence they are investigating go far deeper than they ever could have imagined. Soon the threat broils into a massive thundercloud, roiling, rumbling, threatening all they hold dear. less
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#11
Seeking The Truth (The Sword of Glastonbury #11)
Lisa Shea
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsMorgan has sworn off marriage. She enjoys her adventures of flirtations, drinking, and occasionally accompanying her patron, Donna, on a canter through the dense forests of medieval England. Life is breathtakingly fun. Donna’s nephew, Sean, relishes the same daredevil approach to living. On a break from his soldiering duties, he rises to the challenge of seducing Morgan away from her jealous beaus. Their hot passions begin to melt through their layers of armor... moreMorgan has sworn off marriage. She enjoys her adventures of flirtations, drinking, and occasionally accompanying her patron, Donna, on a canter through the dense forests of medieval England. Life is breathtakingly fun. Donna’s nephew, Sean, relishes the same daredevil approach to living. On a break from his soldiering duties, he rises to the challenge of seducing Morgan away from her jealous beaus. Their hot passions begin to melt through their layers of armor. When turmoils over two recent deaths threaten to interfere with their ability to stay together, they realize just how much they could lose. Suddenly they have to choose between their sworn, carefree way of life - or their desperate need to be together. less
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#12
Looking Back (The Sword of Glastonbury #12)
Lisa Shea
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsKath has survived hell. She was captured by slavers, her family and friends were brutally murdered, and her village was razed. Everything she loved was lost, including Roger, the man who had filled her heart with unimaginable joy. After years of recovery her focus in life is to save innocents from a similar fate. She works with a team of soldiers to protect nuns and vulnerable communities... moreKath has survived hell. She was captured by slavers, her family and friends were brutally murdered, and her village was razed. Everything she loved was lost, including Roger, the man who had filled her heart with unimaginable joy. After years of recovery her focus in life is to save innocents from a similar fate. She works with a team of soldiers to protect nuns and vulnerable communities. The only thorn in her side is the partner she has been paired with - a long-haired, drunken, hollow shadow of a man. Worst of all, fate has given him the same name as her beloved. When Kath realizes the rock-bottom soul riding by her side is the remnant of the Roger she adored, she struggles to find the strength to face her past - and to forge a new tomorrow. Lisa has written 12 medieval novels. Each is a standalone story and can be read in any order. Each has its own flavor and atmosphere - each is set in a different part of England and showcases the natural beauty of its region. Looking Back is set in Merseyside, in eastern England. The cover photo shows that beautiful landscape. All of Lisa's books are teen-friendly with no graphic violence or intimacy. Looking Back is a tale of harsh challenges and second chances, where the road to love is not smooth, similar to Edge of Tomorrow. less
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#13
Seeing a Ghost (The Sword of Glastonbury #13)
Lisa Shea
Rated: 5.00 of 5 starsAlicia prayed that moving from Wales to Canterbury would help her escape the ghosts of her past. The ghost of her beloved Dylan who had been slain in the Crusades. She strove for a fresh start with her wood-working uncle and her treasured cousin, Ethelfleda - one of those special people who God allowed to remain child-like forever. Fate remained cruel. It had her seeing Dylan's face in every stranger she passed on the street. In every fellow parishioner at the Cathedral... moreAlicia prayed that moving from Wales to Canterbury would help her escape the ghosts of her past. The ghost of her beloved Dylan who had been slain in the Crusades. She strove for a fresh start with her wood-working uncle and her treasured cousin, Ethelfleda - one of those special people who God allowed to remain child-like forever. Fate remained cruel. It had her seeing Dylan's face in every stranger she passed on the street. In every fellow parishioner at the Cathedral. Even in the faces of soldiers from the south of France. But Martinus was different from the others. Where most men would laugh at her heartache and leer over her curves, Martinus sought to ease the turmoil in her soul. Day by day, moment by moment, she found her agonizing pain finally easing. Until the day it all came undone ... Seeing a Ghost is book thirteen in the Sword of Glastonbury series. Each novel ends in a happily ever after, which then leads into the next book in the series. Each of these full-length romances features its own flavor, atmosphere, and main characters. Each is set in a different part of medieval England and showcases the natural beauty of its region. Seeing a Ghost is set in Canterbury. Seeing a Ghost is a sweetly romantic tale of holding on to hope and finding redemption. It is suitable for teens and older. It does not feature any strong language nor explicit scenes of intimacy. less
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#14
Wearing a Mask (The Sword of Glastonbury #14)
Lisa Shea
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsIsabel was returning home a failure. Her grand adventure of a marriage had ended in tragedy. It had sung its last, sour note when her ever-absent husband, stumbling home from his nightly tavern visit, was run down by a carriage. Diggory’s body was laid to rest in a pauper's grave – and she was destitute. In order to afford the steerage passage home, Isabel was forced to sell her last treasured possession - her beloved sword. Now a fierce storm pounded the ship, threatening to swamp it... moreIsabel was returning home a failure. Her grand adventure of a marriage had ended in tragedy. It had sung its last, sour note when her ever-absent husband, stumbling home from his nightly tavern visit, was run down by a carriage. Diggory’s body was laid to rest in a pauper's grave – and she was destitute. In order to afford the steerage passage home, Isabel was forced to sell her last treasured possession - her beloved sword. Now a fierce storm pounded the ship, threatening to swamp it. Could things get any worse? Pirates. With only her wits, and perhaps the help of the weathered Crusader who watched her with gray eyes, she would have to stop the wolves' heads. For to fail would doom a ship-full of innocents to the bottom of the deep blue sea. * * * All author's proceeds from sales of the Sword of Glastonbury series benefit battered women’s shelters. Every purchase comes with a free book. Look inside to learn more! Wearing a Mask is book fourteen in the Sword of Glastonbury series. Each novel ends in a happily ever after, which then leads into the next book in the series. Each of these full-length romances features its own flavor, atmosphere, and main characters. Each is set in a different part of medieval England and showcases the natural beauty of its region. Wearing a Mask is set on the road from Dover to London. Wearing a Mask is a sweetly romantic tale of holding on to hope and finding redemption. There are no explicit scenes of intimacy. The few swears are period-appropriate such as “God’s Teeth” or “God’s Blood.” There is sword-fighting but no explicit violence. As such, it is suitable for teens and up. less
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#16
Becoming Whole - a Medieval Romance (The Sword of Glastonbury #16)
Lisa Shea
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsSabine's family has been caught up in the madness of cruel King John's paranoia. The King's mysterious spymaster levels traitorous accusations at Sabine's father and sons, and one by one each man is callously starved to death. At last, Sabine is the only one left alive. The King contents himself with confining her to a nunnery.But Sabine has other ideas. She is now the only one left to track down the identity of the spymaster.To make him pay... moreSabine's family has been caught up in the madness of cruel King John's paranoia. The King's mysterious spymaster levels traitorous accusations at Sabine's father and sons, and one by one each man is callously starved to death. At last, Sabine is the only one left alive. The King contents himself with confining her to a nunnery.But Sabine has other ideas. She is now the only one left to track down the identity of the spymaster.To make him pay.* * *All author's proceeds from sales of the Sword of Glastonbury series benefit battered women’s shelters. Every purchase comes with a free book. Look inside to learn more!Becoming Whole is book sixteen in the Sword of Glastonbury series. Each novel ends in a happily ever after, which then leads into the next book in the series. Each of these full-length romances features its own flavor, atmosphere, and main characters. Each is set in a different part of medieval England and showcases the natural beauty of its region. Becoming Whole is set in Bournemouth, on the southwestern coast of England.Becoming Whole is a sweetly romantic tale of finding justice for those you love. There are no explicit scenes of intimacy. The few swears are period-appropriate such as “God’s Teeth” or “God’s Blood.” There is sword-fighting but no explicit violence. As such, it is suitable for teens and up. less
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