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Product Details

  • Series: Romances of Arquitaine (Book 1)
  • Paperback: 496 pages
  • Publisher: Orbit (January 8, 2013)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0316251615
  • ISBN-13: 978-0316251617
  • Product Dimensions: 5.2 x 1.1 x 8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (60 customer reviews)
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3.0 out of 5 starsHeaven help the people of Arquitaine
By J S on January 6, 2012
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If the choice is between D'Orlaans and Vianne, I'm not sure which represents the rougher road. Indecisive nincompoop or bloodthirsty regicide?

It's easier to start with the flaws in the book. Vianne is tiresome. She is about as useless a heroine as I've ever had the displeasure of reading in a book. Dumb, too. Not Elle Woods-yeah-she's-fluffy-but-she's-smart-too kind of way. No, Bella Swan of Twilight is a member of Mensa compared to Vianne. (Can I drop in a "girl, please" for yet another heroine who thinks herself plain but is really unbelievably beautiful? Let her be plain. There's no harm in it.)

Vianne spends the entire book doubting her situation that a) she's the rightful ruler of Arquitaine and b) Tristan is in love with her. The entire book. Which might not have been so bad if the book weren't so long. Two-thirds of the way through it, Vianne says to herself, "For the love of every god that ever was, I thought, desperately, stop whining, Vianne." I concurred so hard, I might have hurt myself.

Saintcrow goes overboard doing that thing that authors sometimes do when they create these mirror it-looks-just-like-ours worlds: she changes the spellings of words to emphasize that This Is Not Our Worlds. Aquitaine is now Arquitaine. The Bastille is the Bastillion. Earrings are ear gems. My personal least favorite, dungeon has become donjon (which I kept reading as DON JOHNSON for an unknown reason). At first, I thought perhaps the author's spell check was broken. The number of instances of these substitutions far exceeded my general tolerance.

So, what do we have thus far: insufferably weak heroine with a Walter Mitty-esque resistance to reality and a lot of goofy spellings.Read more ›
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2.0 out of 5 starsThe heroine is a ninny
By jrv on December 11, 2011
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I like the world this takes place in and I like most of the characters, but the main character is a limp dishrag. I am a little over halfway through and am already tired of her constant whining and her poor self-image. Lilith Saintcrow is known for her kick-ass heroines, but she missed the mark in this book. I am finishing this book in the hopes that the heroine finally comes out of her self-pitying fog and steps up to the plate. I really dislike characters who constantly misinterpret the obvious and are constantly wailing - why me, why me? I hope it improves. I think it could be a good book. I am hoping! I really want to like this book. I must say, I finished the book and unfortunately it didn't get any better, in fact; it got worse. Sorry, I will not be reading any further in the series. Now, not only is the heroine a ninny, but the hero is more of a villian and a creepy stalker. Oh well, it was only $2.99, not a drain on my finances like some of the kindle books.
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4.0 out of 5 starsStrange but compelling epic fantasy
By Kindle Customer on December 27, 2011
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I've waited almost a week since reading The Hedgewitch Queen to write this review because I wasn't sure what to write or how how I would rate it. It's not an easy book to categorize. First comment: the cover, title, and publishing blurb all led me to believe that this novel might be one of those modern day witchy novels that are so popular with publishers lately. It's not. Second comment: the author's previous works (that I haven't read), may lead one to believe this is an urban fantasy with a strong heroine who kicks demon butt. It's not. Third comment: despite that I generally do not like first person point of view nor do I suffer gladly characters who indulge in undue navel gazing "angst" and recognizing that I am easily bored if the plot moves too slowly and the very big fact that I despise plots that utilize even a little bit the "big misunderstanding" between the h/h protagonists to create tension, well despite all that, I stayed up until 4am finishing the Hedgewitch Queen, reading every word! I tried several times to turn out the light and sleep but I couldn't put it down!

And that is why the 4 stars, because no matter how problematic the writing essentials, the Hedgewitch Queen is a compelling story and at 3 bucks, it's also a great deal. I surprise myself at writing that I do recommend this book!

So to the review, obviously this is a not a cosy modern day witch tale nor is it a gritty urban fantasy. It is a serious, mostly well written, innovative epic fantasy with the requisite world building. Told in first person point of view, Vianne di Rocancheil, is a lady in waiting to a royal princess in a world where several kinds of magic exist in a country called Arquitaine (that is France on the story map and set roughly during the time of Eleanor of Aquitaine).Read more ›
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5.0 out of 5 starsGreat world building
By Jessie Potts VINE VOICE on December 22, 2011
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Lilith Satincrow is one of my favorite authors, and she is amazing at world building and character developing. The Hedgwitch Queen was no exception.

Ok first yes sometimes i thought Vianne could be a little dumb, but then if you think about it, Vianne was actually quite ambitious (yes even though she didn't want the crown) for her time period. Take away the magic and she was still an old world court female, who is expected to faint, flirt and be empty headed. The fact that she wasn't a 'modern day' butt kicking heroine made the story more real, and I enjoyed following her as she grew into someone who I could see be the queen.

The story was full of intrigue and court politics, bandits and secrets within secrets. I felt like Tristan remained aloof and secretive even at the end... then I discovered that The Bandit King (June 2012) was in his point of view and I realized why Saintcrow held his cards so close to the chest... The Bandit King is going to be him owning up to his sins, we will finally get to see from his point of view, as well as Vianne when we're not in her head.

Give this series a chance, its fun and violent, Vianne is growing and the secondary characters are amazing. The price of 2.99 is also well worth it, if your a Saintcrow fan, this is a little different but still worthy of her.
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5.0 out of 5 starsLOVED this book

I read this book a while back and I still think about how much I enjoyed the writing and the story line. It has a balanced flow where it isn't too rushed or things become slow. Read more

Published 3 months ago by E Guidry
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

Love the story :)

Published 7 months ago by cassieieandra5
3.0 out of 5 starsThat's not to say I don't enjoy reading the occasional romance (with...

If I had paid attention to the series name, Romances of Arquitaine would have given away that this is a romance novel. Unfortunately I didn't. Read more

Published 14 months ago by Megan d
5.0 out of 5 starsunusual

Very unpredictable, in a good way. Loved how she used her wits and strength to maximum ability over and over again. Will read next in series.

Published 16 months ago by charki
4.0 out of 5 starsgood fantasy.

A Noble woman finds herself possibly inheriting a kingdom by foul means. She struggles to find safety who to trust. Part love story part intrigue. I am enjoying this series.

Published 17 months ago by S. Rayball
4.0 out of 5 starsMagical

Loved this story. My sister recommended it to me forever ago. It's exciting and intriguing and dangerous and romantic. Definitely a fun read.

Published on October 18, 2013 by Sydny
4.0 out of 5 starsI liked it

I like this book. It is very interesting and original. I am looking forward to reading part two in the future.

Published on September 2, 2013 by Amazon Customer
4.0 out of 5 starsCouldn't put it down

As I am already a fan of Lilith Saintcrow's work, I purchased this book for a casual read; I soon was so absorbed I was late getting in to the office because I simply could not put... Read more

Published on August 20, 2013 by Amazon Customer
1.0 out of 5 starsFell short

I agree with other reviewers who mentioned the shortfalls of the narrative. As a reader, I relish mystery and suspense combined with action. Read more

Published on June 7, 2013 by Books-fly-2-me
2.0 out of 5 starsHedgewitch Queen starts out great

I am so frustrated with this story I had to write a review. It's been a long time since I've read a romance novel. Read more

Published on February 28, 2013 by R. Jane Gagner

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