A USA Today Bestselling book 8/21/19!Reader’s Favorite Gold Medal Winner 2020 in Historical Romance!You met Achilles and Susanna in Book Two of the Executioner Knights series – and sparks flew! Now, read their endearing and touching love story in ‘Starless’!The third Executioner Knight is in for a world of trouble… stubborn knight prone to fighting – anywhere, anytime. If there is a punch to be thrown, it’s usually from Achilles. When he first met Susanna de Tiegh, the sparks flew – and not in a good way. Susanna, an accomplished warrior in her own right and an agent for William Marshal, Earl of Pembroke, refused to take Achilles’ bullying behavior. Friends feared they would kill one another. But an abject hatred of each other soon turned into something else.
Now, Susanna is all Achilles can think of, even as he goes about his duties for William Marshal. When Susanna discovers that her own brother is involved in a plot against the king, Achilles is sent to help her get to the bottom of the plot. Before he can get to the woman he calls “Sparks”, however, Susanna’s brother realizes she is on to him and sells her off to one of the crown’s greatest enemies to silence her.
Now, Achilles is determined to help the woman warrior who started off as a thorn in his side, but has now become the very air he breathes. It’s a race against time to not only save Susanna, but to stop the plot that threatens to destroy the very fabric of England herself.
As Achilles once said to Susanna, without her in his life, his days are wrought with misery and his nights are Starless…
The Executioner Knight Series
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Enter the amazing world of The Executioner Knights with this third installment to the series. Picking up from the last book where Knight Archilles (yes I think that is appropriate when it come to Susanna!) de Dere and warrior Susanna de Tiegh actually fought physically to see who could come out the winner. She earned the name “Sparks” from Archilles and a true respect and something else began to grow between them. Both work for William Marshall and on their last foray, Susanna was injured. So Archilles and a contingent are taking her to her brother’s to recuperate. But what they find there is a large group of mercenaries training, although her brother says they are not his. Archilles leaves to let Marshall know, but when he is gone, the danger begins.
An adventure that does not stop from the first page as Kathryn Le Veque immerses you into the sphere of this century and the fight for dominance with secrets and intrigue abound. I really enjoyed these two and could not wait to see what happened. Although you can read this one as a stand alone as all of Kathryn’s books, I highly recommend you read them all! You will be glad you did!
Achilles de Dere is an Executioner Knight under the Earl of Pembroke, William Marshall. Also, under the Marshall is a female Knight known as Susanna de Tiegh. When Achilles first met Susanna the sparks flew, and not in a good way. What was a woman doing as a full Knight, when that was a man’s world? Not only did the sparks fly, but so did the fists, between them in a rowdy brawl. Friends were afraid they would kill each other, but soon the hatred turned into something else. Could this really be happening? Kathryn LeVeque has written a wild, fascinating and at times a romantic story of how a certain Executioner Knight believe that his world would be starless without her. One thing is for sure; you will keep turning the pages to find out how this pursuit will end.
This is one of those singular stories in which the hero and his heroine are truly “made for each other”, as neither could possibly fit with any other. And it’s perfect.
Achilles is a knight who is one of three known as “Executioner Knights”. He has fought for king and country with no reservations about exactly how he achieved his goals. He has gotten “down and dirty” with the worst of foes, and beaten them.
While on an assignment for his liege, he is thrown together with a unique woman, Susanna, a lady who grew up unconventionally. Susanna trained as an assassin and is highly capable, she shares the same liege and assignment with Achilles.
The two are much like the proverbial oil and water, and cannot stand each other, until a little heat is added to the mix. It’s then that “sparks” become the flame that burns them both as they become involved in an unexpected, but dangerous undertaking. They are drawn into a treacherous plot that they must stop for the safety of not only each other, and their group of friends, but all of England.
I loved this book and these two characters who made me laugh as I moved on from one page to the next. It is such an entertaining tale! Although it’s part of a great series, it can easily be read as a stand-alone. I thoroughly enjoyed it and hope that one or two of the personalities that were included have stories of their own in the future. If romance, mystery, humor and adventure are what you’re looking for, this is it. I highly recommend it.
Susanna’s and Achilles have been at odds since they met, but something is changing. Maybe it’s the growing respect or maybe it’s the attraction. Both brave warriors in there own right and both stubborn. When Susanna is injured in a fight Achilles is very concerned and takes her to her brothers to heal. After arriving at her brothers to recover and Achilles sees a mercenary army gathered and training and against his better judgment leaves Susanna there. When Susanna discovers that her brother is involved in a plot against the king that’s when things go wrong. Achilles and Susanna will have to fight to be together. This was such a great story. Achilles and Susanna cracked me up and just made me smile. They are so good together and are learning to love. I loved everything about this book.
I love all of these books. Interesting and fun til the end
Kathryn Le Veque is awesome !
Captivating Historical Romance! This book makes your heart race! Action, Romance and a wonderful journey! Loved it!!
I love all of Kathryn Le Veque’s books! This especially is my favorite so far! on the the next book 4
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This story had my emotions all over the spectrum! I loved the characters and the story!
“I love you. That will never change…from the beginning of time until the end of all things, I will love you just as I do now. Nothing can destroy that.”
Kathryn Le Veque’s third installment to her Executioner Knights series is beautifully written and heartfelt. I’ve pondered how to sum up the history and love affair of the fierce and loyal Achilles de Dere and his “Sparks”, Susanna de Tiegh, and know I will fail miserably. That being said, dear reader, Starless is a page turning, stay up past your bedtime adventure full of nail-biting battles and swoon worthy romance. I did not want this story to end, and wish I could give more than 5 Stars! Kathryn Le Veque is a master storyteller when it comes to medieval romance. Highly recommend and look forward to reading more adventures of the Executioner Knights!
I was so ready for this story after reading of Achilles de Dere is a stubborn knight prone to fighting anywhere, anytime especially when he meet Lady Susanna, an accomplished warrior in her own right and also an agent for William Marshall. The sparks and fists flied right from their first introduction. This book delivered the budding romance between Achilles and Susanna and their fierce loyalty to King, country and William Marshall keep them from killing each other. I loved their witty banter and sparring, watching them fight their feeling, their passions as they grow closer in this adventure of a life time as Susanna’s twin brother is involved in a plot against the king. I loved this story of passion romance, loyalty and betrayal!!! An excellent story and one I voluntarily read and reviewed.
Sir Achillies de Dere is one of the Executioner Knights . They are sworn to serve William Marshall and England. They have just finished one assignment and are taking one of their party home to recover.
Susanna de Tiegh is a female warrior who has worked as a bodyguard for years. She is also a spy in William Marshall’s service. She has been wounded and needs time to recover.
The time she has spent in the company of these Knights has at last earned her the respect she is due. No man wants to think that a woman, no matter where she trained or who she works for could possibly best him in a fight. They soon learn.
The easy journey soon turns nasty. We get lots of battles and a good few giggles. I was surprised that there was no crying. ( our author usually makes a habit of that) The dynamic between our characters is fabulous. Bravery, strength, honour and beauty, they have it all.
This book is part of a series and as such if you intend to read them all you should read them in order, but each book can be read on it’s own. An absolutely great historical adventure romance. I can’t wait for the next in the series.
I loved every page.