"Keeper of the Dream" by Penelope Williamson is a medieval romance set in the early 12th century during a time of warfare between England and Wales. It follows the story of Raine, the illegitimate son of a Norman earl, and Arianna, a Welsh noblewoman, who are forced to marry for political reasons. The plot revolves around their tumultuous relationship, filled with clashes, misunderstandings, betrayals, and magical interventions. The author, Penelope Williamson, skillfully weaves together Welsh mysticism and lore with a real, believable love story, creating a captivating tale of destiny, love, and political intrigue.
The writing style in "Keeper of the Dream" is described as well-paced, engaging, and hard to put down once started. Readers praise the author for her ability to bring the characters to life, create a vivid historical setting, and deliver a captivating romance filled with passion, love, and complex relationships. The plot unfolds with numerous developments, misunderstandings, happy and tragic events, and a mix of mean and good characters, providing a rich and immersive reading experience for fans of historical romance.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
Content warnings for the book include themes of sexual violence, betrayal, and intense emotional struggles.
Has Romance?
The book contains a high level of romance, focusing extensively on the relationship between Raine and Arianna.
From The Publisher:
A spellbinding tale of magic, passion, and destiny - "One of the most beautiful love stories I've ever read."-Julie Garwood Blessed with the Welsh gift of "sight," Lady Arianna saw the vision in a golden bowl: a knight with eyes gray as the English sea that had captured her, his sword about to pierce her heart. And she trembled, not with fear, but with a desire that engulfed her very soul. On the treacherous border of Wales, Raine, the Black Dragon, rode his charger toward Castle Rhuddlan and the lady within. Illegitimate son of a Norman nobleman, his past was scarred by denial and mistrust, and now his future lay in the conquest of a fiefdom . . . and a woman's love. As the battle trumpet sounded, Arianna, her Celtic pride unyielding, saw her dream take flesh: Raine, the enemy who inflamed her blood with desire; Raine, the lover she must gentle and tame, and then, as ancient hatreds threatened their lives, either cherish . . . or betray. "A wonderful read . . . I was hooked from the first page and the magic continues throughout."-Johanna Lindsey
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About the Author:
Penelope Williamson is an internationally renowned author of historical romance and suspense. Penny was born in Fairbanks, Alaska, and spent the first eleven years of her life as a U.S. Air Force brat. She has a BA in history, an MA in broadcast journalism, and was in the U.S. Marine Corps for six years, where she reached the rank of Captain. She has more than 1.8 million books in print, including The Outsider, Heart of the West, A Wild Yearning, Once in a Blue Moon, and Keeper of the Dream. Penny is a past winner of the Romantic Times's Best Historical Romance of the Year award and the Romance Writers of America's RITA awards. She lives with her husband in Mill Valley, California.
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