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| Title | : | The Huntress (The Dark Queen Saga #4) |
| Author | : | Susan Carroll |
| Book Format | : | Paperback |
| Book Edition | : | First Edition |
| Pages | : | Pages: 490 pages |
| Published | : | July 31st 2007 by Ballantine Books |
| Categories | : | Historical. Historical Fiction. Romance. Fantasy. Historical Romance. Fiction |
Susan Carroll
Paperback | Pages: 490 pages Rating: 3.87 | 1312 Users | 64 Reviews
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In a time of intrigue and betrayal, the Huntress is on a quest that could jeopardize two empires and two great queens: Catherine de Medici and Elizabeth I.The year is 1585—and prophecy has foretold the coming of a daughter of the Earth whose powers are so extraordinary they could usurp the very rule of the Dark Queen herself, Catherine de Medici. Dispatched from Brittany to London, Catriona O'Hanlon, known as the Huntress, must find this mysterious young girl and shield her from those who will exploit her mystic abilities, which have the potential to change the course of history.
Catriona's skill with weaponry is all she has to protect herself and her young charge from spies who snake through the courts of Elizabeth I, the Virgin Queen—including the girl's own father, whose loyalties are stretched to the breaking point. But Catriona will soon face menacing forces and sinister plots unlike any she has ever encountered.
From Susan Carroll, the celebrated storyteller of historical fiction, The Huntress is an unforgettable portrait of power and passion—and one woman's courage to risk everything for those she loves.
List Books Conducive To The Huntress (The Dark Queen Saga #4)
| Original Title: | The Huntress: A Novel |
| ISBN: | 0345490614 (ISBN13: 9780345490612) |
| Edition Language: | English |
| Series: | The Dark Queen Saga #4 |
Rating Appertaining To Books The Huntress (The Dark Queen Saga #4)
Ratings: 3.87 From 1312 Users | 64 ReviewsComment On Appertaining To Books The Huntress (The Dark Queen Saga #4)
I really enjoy this author's mix of historical fiction, romance, and a teensy bit of magic. The fourth in the series of three sisters and their friends, each focusing on one main female character, this entry has a smaller scope than some of the earlier books and little of the magic. Still an enjoyable read about Elizabethan England.I liked this book quite well. This is the 4th book in the Dark Queen series. I thought the characters were very well developed. I thought the plot was very interesting. This particular book took place in London for a change, which was a nice change of pace from France and Faire Isle. I particularly liked the way the development of the romance between Cat and Martin was developed. I found the plotting to be pretty exciting. Overall, The Huntress read very quickly.
For some reason whenever I see the books in this series that I have left to read, I'm never very excited to jump into them. However, they consistently impress me with their stories and characters which has made me stick to the series. This book was no exception and I think it was my favorite. Thus far, each book has been about a different sister of the Lady of Faire Isle or about Lady Arianne herself. This one mixes it up by following Lady Arianne's loyal friend Catriona and her interaction with
One of the things I enjoy the most about romance novels is the way background characters from one story become the heroes of the next book. This book features Martin le Loup, who's a bit of a dandy. The female lead is Catriona O'Hanlon, aka Cat, a stereotypical feisty Irish redhead. Cat is sent to protect Martin's daughter, the powerful prophesized witch Megaera. Martin just wants to give his recently discovered child a nice safe normal life, and has got himself embroiled in political intrigue
A passable historical romance with fantasy/magical elements. The romance is predictable and the sex scenes rather intrusive. The heroine, Cat, is rough around the edges, plucky and tomboyish, and inclined to action, which I appreciated. The most interesting character by far is the conflicted little girl at the center of the struggle, Meg, who is an extremely powerful sorceress torn between an evil past and an uncertain future. Verdict: diverting, but not excellent.
Two and a half stars. This book was difficult for me to get into. I dont really think its because I hadnt read the three books that come before it as Carroll does a good job of glossing over details readers might need from a prior book without harping or rehashing. The writing didnt jive well with me; at times I felt like I was reading a thinly veiled bodice ripper. The historical context was the thing that tended to hold my interest the most and I found those passages more interesting that the
Ever since I read Carrolls The Dark Queen Ive been a fan of her writing. A mix of historical fiction and romance novel, Carroll has a knack for capturing the atmosphere of 1500s Europe while also showcasing the indomitable personalities of her heroines. The first three novels in this series recount the adventures of the Cheney sisters, who are daughters of the earth called witches by some skilled in the ancient arts of healing. The Huntress shifts focus by telling the story of Catriona O
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