Lord of the Hunt (Mass Market Paperback)

~ Ann Lawrence (Author)

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 368 pages
• Publisher: Leisure Books (January 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0843951397
• ISBN-13: 978-0843951394
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.2 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,350,860 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "Lord of the Hunt" a special treat for readers, January 23, 2003

By A Customer

This is one of my all-time favorite Medieval Romances. Ann Lawrence included everything. She has an outstanding knowledge of Medieval times. Add to that numerous great characters. The characters and personalities of the hero and heroine are developed to the point that they become like old friends. And the villian!!! The man you love to hate. There are even a couple of characters that you can't decide whether they are villains or the "good guys".
And the plot! Superb! Mystery, intrigue, spying, murder. The love scenes actually sizzle. What else could we ask for?
If you are a Medieval reader or just like romance novels, you'll love this book. !

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very accurate. I loved it!, February 10, 2003

By	Huntress Reviews (United States) - See all my reviews

Adrian, a young noble, is sent undercover as Adam, by his king to learn if the bishop who is serving as a regent for young lady Mathilda, is conspiring against the crown. Thus, Adam must pretend to be one of the many suitors striving to win the tournament that will determine who will win the lady's hand. Yet, it is not Mathilda, but one of her servants, Joan, the houndskeeper, who catches his eye. This heroic young lady saves Adam's life, and in the process captures his heart. Yet, each has their own hidden purpose that might keep them from finding happiness together.

***** Ann Lawrence has created an outstandingly accurate novel of the Medieval world, where church and state often clashed, as is seen here. With all the gallantry of an epic saga, this story will enthrall readers, as Joan is a Maid Marion type heroine who will not take a backseat to the gallant hero, but is quite capable of saving her own life. These two stand out strongly as honorable and true in contrast to the shallow and back biting characters around them. *****

Reviewed by Amanda Killgore.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Fans of knights and their ladies will love this one!, January 3, 2003

By	Huntress Reviews (United States) - See all my reviews

This novel began in England, 1217. King Henry sent Sir Adam Quintin to Ravenswood Castle to unmask a traitor. In return, Adam would be able to name his own reward. Adam's price would be high indeed! Ravenswood Castle once belonged to his family. Adam wanted his father's banishment lifted and Ravenswood returned to the de Marle family.

Only one recognized Adam as Adrian de Marle when he arrived. Being a friend, he kept silent and said he would help. Everyone believed Adam to be one of the many who had gathered at the castle for a tournament. Winner would receive the hand of Lady Mathilda, as well as, Ravenswood Castle and all its lands.

Joan Swan, keeper of the hounds, feared people would soon realize her father, Nat, was losing his ability to tell reality from fantasy. She taught the dogs to react to her silent hand signals which she planned to use whenever Nat could not think straight enough to order the hounds. However, one of the competitors kept drawing her attention. If only they could trust each other.

Full of betrayals, suspicions, and delightful secondary characters! Fans of Knights and their Ladies will adore this one! Best of all, there is a villain that readers will LOVE to hate! Recommended!

Reviewed by Detra Fitch.