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Medieval Monday ~ Knight of Runes by Ruth A. Casie

Please welcome the wonderful, Ruth A. Casie. Her book, Knight of Runes, is a must read. Time-travel and druids, oh yes! I’m definitely looking forward to this story.

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Blurb:

When Lord Arik, a druid knight, finds Rebeka Tyler wandering his lands without protection, he swears to keep her safe. But Rebeka can take care of herself. When Arik sees her clash with a group of attackers using a strange fighting style, he’s intrigued.

Rebeka is no ordinary seventeenth-century woman—she’s travelled back fro...

Quote for the Week of February 15, 2015

Tintern Abbey, Wales

“A man’s character is like a tree, and his reputation like its shadow; the shadow is what we think of it–the tree is the real thing.”

–Abraham Lincoln

Friday Feast ~ Chocolate Dipped Shortbread

Have you already guessed the theme for this month’s recipes? If you answered chocolate, then you are correct! I’m keeping this week’s treat simple. Dipping half of my shortbread in chocolate. Nothing too fancy and I bet many of you have already tried this with other cookies. I’ve included my recipe for shortbread, but if you’re in a hurry and don’t want to bake, use Walker Shortbread. I’m going to make these for the weekend, along with strawberries in chocolate, or pineapple, or orange slices...

Medieval Monday ~ A Bit of Heaven on Earth by Lauren Linwood

Please welcome my guest, Lauren Linwood and her medieval historical, “A Bit of Heaven on Earth.” Reading about Lauren, I discovered something we had in common other than our love of history–Nancy Drew books!

Blurb:

When Gavin of Ashgrove and his closest friend are captured in a fierce battle during the Hundred Years’ War, their captors demand a hefty ransom from their fathers for their return. Robert is quickly set free, but Gavin’s father refuses to pay for his son’s release, leaving him to ro...

Quote for the Week of February 8, 2014

Eiffel Tower, Paris, France

“Cherish all your happy moments–they make a fine cushion for old age.”

–Christopher Morely

Friday Feast ~ Chocolate Croissants

Sugar and spice…and everything hot, including luscious chocolate!

This recipe is one I posted a few years ago, but since it’s February and the month of love, I wanted to bring it back. It’s one of my favorites, especially on a cold, rainy day.

So surprise your loved one, children, or friendswith these special treats.

SIMPLE CHOCOLATE CROISSANTS

1 – 14oz package frozen puff pastry, left to defrost in the fridge for 2 to 3 hours.

1/4 cup dark chocolate pieces. – 60% to 80%

1 egg beaten

Sprinkle of sea...

Medieval Monday ~ Restoring Garnet’s Heart by Berengaria Brown

Please welcome author, Berengaria Brown and her spicy romance, Restoring Garnet’s Heart. What a sensual cover and I’m sure the story will heat up within the pages. Looking forward to reading this book.

BLURB:



Tragically widowed, Garnet is loved by two men. If a noble lady can have two men, why can’t a mere sewing woman? Garnet decides she’ll marry them both! Then she adopts two orphaned, starving little girls.

Garnet, Byram, and Carlysle are sent to repair the demesne. Can they achieve this huge...

February 2015 Newsletter

My February Newsletter is up on my website. Click here to view.

Friday Feast ~ Honey Wheat Bread

My recipe for today is in celebration of Imbolg or Candlemas ~ the feast of St. Brigid or the Brigit’s Day.

Imbolg, the first day of February is the old Celtic festival marking the reawakening of the earth. The promise of new life–new hope.This is the time of year when new lambs are born and ewes are in milk.

“We sing a song to Brigid,

Brigid brings the Spring,

Awakens all the fields and the flowers,

And calls the birds to sing”

HONEY WHEAT BREAD

2 ½ cups wheat flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon...

Medieval Monday ~ Shadows of the Past by Carmen Stefanescu

Please welcome Carmen Stefanescu to Medieval Monday! I’m thrilled to introduce her, since Carmen is from Romania, better known to many as Dracula’s country. Her book, Shadows of the Past, sounds absolutely fascinating!

Blurb:

Anne’s relationship with her boyfriend Neil has disintegrated. After a two-year separation, they pack for a week vacation in hopes of reconciling. But fate has other plans for them.

The discovery of a bejeweled cross and ancient human bones opens a door to a new and frighte...