Lady & Knight Chronicles #1
CL Foster & E.R. Rada
Historical Romance
June 6, 2014
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The Hundred Years War rages around Adalira Mortimer's life and country, but she is not what is expected of a Lady; instead of dresses and tea, she dreams about weapons and war.
Bastian Kyros is not typical royalty. Being a warrior is in his blood, not paperwork and peace-keeping.
Tradition drives their families. She is expected to don her manners and win a worthy husband, and he is expected to drop his sword and do what's right for the sake of his family's name, land, and future.
Their chance meeting at the party of the season may offer them both the chance to find what they desire. Brought together by their longing for battle, their greatest fight may be in winning over their families and conquering their own pride.
A lull in battle does not mean there is peace. The greatest of wars are fought in the heart.
Excerpt
"Dare I say
you are enjoying yourself, your Grace?"
"I've only
arrived a moment ago and am ready to leave already. Does this appear enjoyable
to you?"
Bastian's droll
stare made Iason chuckle. "You can pretend all you like, but I can see
your amusement."
"I am amused
at the lengths people will go to in order to snare themselves a worthy
spouse." Bastian smiled and straightened his clothes. His new red tunic
made his tanned skin look even richer. The silver trim accented in a way he
didn't expect before. He was thoroughly impressed with the pieces when they were
presented to him. When he saw them hanging in the woman's shop, he scoffed and
commented on how they were too dainty and girly. She merely waved him off and
told him to try them on. The moment the fine silk slid across his skin, he
sighed. None of his battle clothes felt that way. The pants fit just right as
well. He felt slightly out of place with such finery on, but he could admit
that he wasn't hating the clothes.
"Yes, well,
some people enjoy the finery more than others." His knowing smile made
Bastian huff an annoyed breath.
"I couldn't
very well come in here looking like I just slayed a dragon, now could I?"
"That
doesn't work for most women, no," Iason agreed. He reached up and
straightened Bastian's silver mask. "The red gems on this thing look terribly
sparkly, your Grace. Are you sure you aren't feeling girly yet?"
Bastian swatted
his hand away. "Unless you are making certain my face remains covered,
step away. You're blocking my view."
"Your view
of what?" Iason asked excitedly as he turned and took a step back so he
was standing with Bastian.
"There,"
Bastian nodded his head to the right,
"a group of matching clothing. Why do people dress to match as if
they have no personality or thought process of their own? It seems silly to
me."
"You mean the
flock of green down there beside the dance floor? Yes, I agree. That does look
a bit overly dramatic when they all do it, though I find it endearing when
couples do it. Even when it's slight. Almost announcing that they planned to
arrive together and are, in fact, together. It's beautiful."
Bastian rolled
his eyes. "What a romantic you are. I'm sure your wife will one day enjoy
that terribly."
"I don't
plan to marry."
"No?"
Bastian asked. He kept his question light and his attention on the people.
"I mean, I
would love to have a family one day; some sons, a beautiful wife that I can
worship properly, a place that is only mine, but I don’t think that life is
meant for people like us."
"Like
us?" Bastian kept his eyes wandering over the crowd. "You plan to worship
your wife? That is something I could never do."
"You know,
we are warriors. All of this," Iason waved his hand in a gesture to
include everyone and everything in the room, "isn't us. I mean, it's you
and your people, but I'm just a regular man." He chuckled then continued,
"Worship is the right word. Have you seen the female form? It is certainly
something to dedicate some time to, sir. You should try it sometime. You'd be a
lot less stressed and stern all the time." He elbowed his friend
playfully.
"It's not
for me either. The only reason I would agree to marry is to protect my family
name. I have no interest in all of that."
"I have lots
of interest in it. It appeals to me on many levels, but I don’t know if my
lifestyle and standing will allow for it. I hope it does, though." Iason
looked around and then slapped Bastian's arm. "Look, there. The brunette
with the purple gown. Tell me you wouldn't love to roll over and see her every
morning."
"Aye, she's a fine lady, I'm sure," he nodded tightly. "but as you can see, she has two gentleman callers already and certainly wouldn't want to roll over and see my face every morning. That is where the problem lies."
Top Ten Lists by CL Foster and E.R. Rada
Top Ten fictional places you'd like to visit
CL: As you can see from my answers…… I am a nerd. LOL!
>.<
1 ~ Rivendell/The Shire (cant pick one)
2 ~ X-Mansion
3 ~ Midgar (Final Fantasy ;) hehe)
4 ~ Diagon Alley
5 ~ Wonderland
6 ~ Atlantis (I know this one is up for debate, I still wanna
go.. find it, let’s take a trip!)
7 ~ Vice City
8 ~ Mount Olympus
9 ~ Gotham City
10 ~ Asgard
ER:
1 ~ Dragaera
2 ~ Middle Earth
3 ~ A steampunk world
4 ~ Where the Cortez
sisters from Imprint Series live
5 ~ Skyrim
6 ~ Alagaësia
7 ~ Murnau
8 ~ Asgard
9 ~ Pern
10 ~ Spira
About the Author
CL Foster-
CL is eclectic, geeky, positive, nature-loving and
completely non-"normal" (just the way she likes to be). She has been
a fan of literature since she was a small child and finally decided to take her
dreams (both waking and sleeping!) and do something positive with them.
CL has lived all over the world and has a Bachelor's degree
in Criminal Justice, minoring in Psychology and Forensics. Which means you
don't want to cross her because she knows how and where to hide a body so it's
never found! She proudly admits to hearing voices in her head, but at times,
her characters' impromptu visits can be rude and annoying. Thankfully, she has
adequate patience for their shenanigans and can out ninja them any day of the
week.
CL's voice is boisterous, sassy, and not finished yet! Stay
tuned!
Links-
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E.R. Rada-
E.R. Rada is a NY native who's mind is in a constant battle
with reality and fiction. He's been penning his tales while expressing his
inner most demons and heartfelt wishes since he was able to rhyme.
Poetry and fantasy are his weapons of choice as his
inner-most wish to be a dragon-riding, sword-wielding warrior has yet to come
to fruition. E.R. knows there is no time limit on greatness, so he continues to
float on his constant state of flux; learning, growing, and improving as time
goes on.
E.R. is a battle worn soldier who will quickly compare
apples and oranges, simply because he's told he can't. Never one to conform, he
embraces his nerdy/geek tendencies and is well known for creating new and
interesting ways to do things (see: stubborn/the hard way). In doing things his
own way, he has earned his way through life with plenty of battle scars,
knowledge, and memories.
Links-
Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/ERRada72
Twitter- https://twitter.com/EricRayRada
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