The three young children of Adelard de Blays—two sons and a daughter—are separated when their father commits treason against the King of England. Follow each of their stories in The King’s Cousins, a new trilogy by Alexa Aston. Read for FREE in Kindle Unlimited!1342 A.D. – Spirited away when his father, Adelard de Blays, commits treason, bastard Quill Cardon longs to reclaim his family name when … family name when he reaches manhood and reunite with his half-siblings, Landon and Katelyn. Winning the king’s tournament at Smithfield and saving the life of Prince Edward leads to Quill being awarded an earldom and an estate of his own—but what he most desires is Lady Tristanna Willoughby, a woman he can never have.
Tristanna has served for years as a lady-in-waiting to Queen Philippa and has waited for the return of her betrothed, Jarrett Marsden, from the war in France. Tristanna dislikes Jarrett, who chases anything in a skirt, and longs to wed Sir Quill Cardon, an honorable knight who has captured her heart.
When circumstances change, Quill and Tristanna have a chance at happiness—until a man seeking revenge threatens to tear them apart.
Each book in The King’s Cousins Trilogy is a standalone story that can be enjoyed out of order.
Series Order:
Book #1: The Pawn
Book #2: The Heir
Book #3: The Bastard
For those who enjoy romance on the high seas, you might enjoy the standalone prequel to The King’s Cousins Trilogy. GOD OF THE SEAS is part of the Pirates of Britannia World and features Godwin de Blays and Melisent Winchester, great-grandparents to Quill, Landon, and Katelyn.
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Quill Cardon was spirited away from home to the opposite side of the country as a young boy. That was the only way his father could protect him. Many years later he will have a chance of a family once more. He has proven himself to be a man of honour and is respected by all who know him.
Lady Tristanna Willoughby is not looking forward to the men coming home from this latest battle with France. She has been told that she will have to marry her hated betrothed when they return. Serving as a lady in waiting to the Queen she has managed to avoid being alone with him for years.
An exciting story of historical romance and adventure. The King likes to celebrate with a tourney after the battle. Time to make new friends and enemies.
This is the third book in the series. While you can read any of them on thier own, if you intend to read the series it’s best read in order. I have read and enjoyed each of them.
I loved it.
The third in the King’s Cousin series has the story of the brother, Quill Cardon, who with his two sisters had to flee when their father committed treason against the King. He only wants to reclaim his family name and find his two sisters.
He is own his way to doing that as he wins a king’s tournament and saves the life of Prince Edward. Oh yes, I loved Quill (great name!) and his desire to have Lady Tristanna, a lady in waiting for Lady Philippa. But there is a problem, because she is betrothed to another and awaits him to return from the war. Unfortunately that man is very mean, cruel and dangerous. But Tristanna longs for Quill also and it finally seems they may can be together.
Seems simple? Well no, a lot really begins to happen and their happiness is threatened. Alexa Aston has had me enthralled as I read each book and this was no different. She is able to create a world with her words you feel a part of and characters that come alive.
As I turned the last page I could only sigh. Do not miss The Bastard or books one and two. You will be glad you did! PS Did I mention I loved the cover?
This is the third book in the series, but a stand alone book. I think it was my favorite of the three. I loved all of them, but especially loved Quill’s story. Growing up knowing what he did about his parentage and never holding a grudge against anyone. He is an honorable man who has one dream and that is to claim his rightful name. Tristanna is very taken with Quill when she meets him. Knowing she is soon to be married and dreading her soon to be life just wants a kiss to remember forever from a Quill. This story has such wonderful characters and such a wonderful story. I just loved it. Even though you don’t have to read the previous two books I would recommend reading them, it makes this one so much better! Definitely recommend this book!
Quill was never a bastard, by name or deed, despite what others were lead to believe. But since the age of seven , for his own safety and as the result of a promise, he has kept his true name and lineage a secret, even at his own expense. Luckily, Quill was made the ward of a benevolent lord and raised to be a respected knight and the adopted ‘brother’ of another who truly cared for him.
While traveling and fighting with this brother for England the two end up in London after a truce is signed with the French. It is there that Quill becomes enthralled with a lady-in-waiting for the queen, Lady Tristanna. Unfortunately the young beauty has been betrothed to another knight since childhood, and he IS a bastard by deed.
The plot becomes filled with intrigue, twists, and some surprises as the two long for a future with each other that does not seem destined at all. Their romance begins sweetly and grows into a heated desire that can barely control.
I really enjoyed this story and it is a page turner from start to finish. I also enjoyed the first two books in this series, but this was the best so far. I highly recommend it.
On a side note, I would be curious to see if one of the characters from the first story, the young widow, Lady Catherine, finds a love of her own….
Quill Cardon was 7 years old when he was torn away from all that he had ever known. His father, charged with treason, was taken away in the middle of the night by the King’s men. Before he was captured, Adelard de Blays, managed to send Quill away to Lord Oswin; who would protect him. Just like his half-sister and brother, Quill grew up not understanding his place in society. His life with Lord Oswin was fulfilling and he earned his Knight’s spurs with the brother of his heart, Ned the Lords son. This is a wonderful, exciting and fulfilling adventure that takes Quill from his allegedly treasonous beginnings to becoming the Knight that saves King Edward and his son. Alexa Aston has provided a wonderful series, characters and truly an adventure that keeps you reading.
This is a great series written by Alexa Aston.
Quill Cordon is the son of Lord Adelard de Blays and Lady Cecily Elyot. Lady Cecily died giving birth to Quill. Lord Adelard brought Quill home to be raised by another family but he still played with Landon and Katelyn.
This book is one that should be read to see what goes on in Quill’s life.
You will not be disappointed!!