Publication
Ace Books, c2000.
Collection
Series
Status
Available
Description
"Kurtz's strengths lie in her patient accumulation of telling detail, well-articulated plots, and believable magics. Should bring the fans flocking, and attract newcomers too."--Kirkus Reviews Speculation runs rampant throughout the kingdom of Gwynedd as to when, and to whom, King Kelson will finally be wed. As a rival monarch takes his rightful place on the throne of a nearby land, it becomes more imperative than ever that Kelson produce a long-awaited heir. With the mystical Deryni blood flowing through his veins, Kelson can only hope for a woman whose power and conviction are equal to his own. Love is set aside for duty--and Kelson the king must make the choice that Kelson the man cannot....
User reviews
LibraryThing member Karlstar
This book was written years after the other Kelson books, and though Katherine Kurtz promised the fans of the Deryni books that there was one more book left, this one feels very forced. Once again, Kelson is betrothed to a suitable, willing young lady, for the 3rd or 4th time. Will he actually
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marry the girl this time, and will she survive until the wedding are the big questions of this book, and that's about all that's interesting about it. Show Less
LibraryThing member wendyrey
A decent read if you are familiar with the series.
There is not enough background to follow the plot unless you are familiar with the Deryni world.
More seriously too many words not enough plot.
There is not enough background to follow the plot unless you are familiar with the Deryni world.
More seriously too many words not enough plot.
LibraryThing member willowcove
A truly great series, but the original trilogy is still the best.
Language
Original language
English
ISBN
0441008275 / 9780441008278
Original publication date
2000