Book of Roses

With their lives in Tannersfield behind them, Elizabeth, Isaac, and Kaylein are forced to strike a difficult bargain with the cunning Marquess Larmond as he plots rebellion against the crown. The price of their freedom leads them to the remote hilltop village of Kinedwyn, where they hope to begin a new chapter of their lives. Isaac seeks to ingratiate himself with the lord of the manor, while Kaylein, torn between her heart and her vows, struggles to rebuild the local priory. Elizabeth pursues her dream of becoming lady of her own house, oblivious to an unexpected romance that creeps up on her as the years pass by. But as the spectre of civil war stirs the kingdom to arms, Sir Edward has not forgotten his revenge. War is a time of advancement for knights. Seeking glory, vindication, and a prestigious marriage to a new bride, he bides his time waiting for the moment he and his old enemies cross paths again. Hearts are wayward things, and neither Elizabeth, Isaac, nor Kaylein will escape unscathed from the follies of love as Edward's terrible revenge draws near. Set in a fictional medieval kingdom, The Book of Roses tells the story of four young people searching for safety, love, and belonging in a world rife with injustice. Can a good heart still flourish in an age of darkness?

Little hope remains for Livy and Fen. In the merchant town of Norcombe, where opulent manors tower above the shadowed pits of slave markets, the pair face a harrowing choice: submit willingly to servitude, or pay the price of defiance. Meanwhile, Christian Westhill tightens his grasp on the county. The damning truth behind Livy and Fen's captivity haunts his footsteps, spurring him into an escalating rivalry with the merchants of Norcombe as he asserts control over those who would challenge his burgeoning authority.Only one loose thread has slipped through Christian's fingers. With the aid of Livy's brother and the enigmatic soldier Roland, Elisaria sets out to uncover the truth behind the disappearance of her friends. Each of the four has lost something precious, yet when one path closes, others open. Hearts bloom in new directions as love glimmers within the ashes of despair, purpose overshadows fear, and opportunity beckons those with the courage to embrace it.All paths lead to the town of Norcombe, where Christian will stop at nothing to ensure his secret remains hidden.Set in a fictional medieval kingdom, volume two of The Song of Silver continues the tale of Livy, Fen, Christian, and Elisaria as they mature beyond their formative years in a world darkened by the hardships of feudal life. Kelly River is an author who dwells on the edge of the English countryside, forever losing themselves in rambling trails both fictional and material. An avid fan of reading, walking, games, and green teas, you might find them fondling a sheaf of freshly-picked grain or gazing at the canopy of trees beyond the garden fence while they write.Subscribe to my mailing list so you never miss a new release ➜ https://books2read.com/author/kelly-river/subscribe/1/491008Website ➜ https://kellyriverbooks.comFacebook ➜ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554785107824Bluesky ➜ https://bsky.app/profile/kellyriver.bsky.socialTwitter ➜ https://x.com/KellyRiverBooksInstagram ➜ https://www.instagram.com/kellyriverbooks/Goodreads ➜ https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/47551047.Kelly_River

Young Wolfram dreams of becoming a knight, yet the path to knighthood is an arduous one.Sworn to serve as a squire in the household of an ageing baron, Wolfram soon realises that greater challenges than martial training and courtly manners await him. His lord's castle is crumbling, his knights feeble, and outlaws and extortionists prey on the estate unchecked. A growing infatuation with the baron's daughter, the enchanting Lady Ingrid, binds Wolfram's heart to the fate of the manor, yet a dark secret lurks within the castle that threatens to turn Wolfram's dream into a nightmare.How high is the price of knighthood, and how much must Wolfram sacrifice in the name of fealty?- - -The Tales from the Book of Roses novels are shorter, standalone stories taking place within the Book of Roses setting. They can be read as an introduction to the series for newcomers, or as side stories to the broader narrative.