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The Knight's Falconess
The Knight's Falconess
The Knight's Falconess
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The South-West of England in the late Fourteenth Century. Zelda, daughter of a falconer in the service of Sir Hugh, suspects that the lord of the manor is attracted to her. At home, she is being pressed to accept the attentions of Matthew, an apprentice mason.
When Zelda's ill-judged scheme to seduce Hugh goes disastrously wrong, she fears herself out of favour. But the incident leaves Hugh with the burgeoning sense that he has an alternative to his loveless engagement to the refined Lady Rosalind. He pursues his falconer's daughter, not foreseeing the consequences of his actions.
Their dalliance becomes complicated by Zelda's realisation that she is expecting Hugh's child. The involvement of Hugh's son Arthur and his companion, the young nobleman, Guy, only serves to muddle matters further.
Zelda's ambition to become a falconess is eclipsed by her desire to be a mother to Hugh's child. But the impetuous Rosalind has other ideas. Can Zelda escape the fate that the noblewoman plans for her? Will she ever truly possess her Knight?

A sensual, Medieval romance that is fast-paced and escapist.  Approximate length 70k words.

 

"An addictive read," (Goodreads).

LanguageEnglish
Release dateAug 9, 2022
ISBN9798201675356
The Knight's Falconess
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Catherine E. Chapman

I write women's fiction and historical and contemporary romance. My longer works have been described as accessible character fiction; they are often humorous.For tasters of my writing, five short stories are available to download for free from Smashwords & their retailers.Many thanks to all who have reviewed, recommended and rated my books; I really appreciate feedback from readers.My seven short historical romances, set in periods ranging from Medieval times to the Twentieth Century, are available, digitally and in print, in one volume, 'Collected Romances.' My full-length historical romances include 'Miss Millie's Groom,' a subtle romance set during the Great War, and 'The Knight's Falconess,' a sensual Medieval romance.'The Laird's Right-Hand Lady,' a contemporary romance set in the Scottish Highlands, and 'Art & Grace,' a novel set in Regency England, are amongst my most recent publications on Smashwords. Some of my books and stories are available as Audiobooks from Google Play and other retailers.

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