The Red Wolf's Prize (Medieval Warriors Book 1)

by Regan Walker

[Cocktails and Books]

Lady Serena of Talisand has already lost so much. She lost her father to war. She lost her brother when he left to join the rebellion. She lost the only place she’s ever called home, Talisand, when King William gave the land and her hand in marriage to one of his knights Renaud de Pierrepont “The Red Wolf”. The only recourse that will allow her to have some independence is to escape before “The Red Wolf” arrives. However, Serena doesn’t realize that escaping from her destiny is going to much harder than she ever imagined.

Lady Serena is loyal, loving, independent, fearless, and determined to protect the people of Talisand from “The Red Wolf”. I loved her character, and I immediately became vested in her happiness. She was more concerned about others than herself. She didn’t consider herself above the people, and she wasn’t afraid to work and/or walk among them. “The Red Wolf” was not what Serena feared. He was loyal, caring, humble, and fierce in battle. He dealt with Serena in a very sympathetic but firm manner. He was wise in the way he handled King William, but he protected his wife and their people from harm. I loved him as a hero in this story. He had a difficult job, but he readily accepted his lot and made the best of it. The chemistry between the two of them was off the charts. It was definitely a passionate union.

The storyline kept me engaged and entertained. I followed every twist and turn in the plot with great interest. I cheered Serena on as she blended in with the other women and spurned “The Red Wolf’s” advances. I felt her trepidation when it was obvious that there was no way to get away from “The Red Wolf”. I felt conflicted as Serena fell more in love with her husband and sought to protect the interests of her family and the people of Talisand. I literally held my breath as I read the battlefield scene. Each time “The Red Wolf” showed himself to be the consummate gentleman and warrior. The secondary characters also won my heart. I can’t wait to read their stories.

I love Regan Walker’s work. She is author in a class by herself. She goes to great length to remain true to the medieval period an even includes actual historical information. She goes into even more detail at the conclusion of the novel. I’m not a history lover, but Walker’s weaving of history leaves the reader panting for more. Her character development is unparalleled. I enjoyed every aspect of this book, and I hope that the remaining stories are of the same superior quality as this one.

Reviewed by Michelle for Cocktails and Books