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Blackfoot Warriors #3
Night Thunder's Bride
His Wife in Every WayHe had promised to protect the beatiful white woman. But a Blackfoot warrior must never raise a hand against his own brothers, even if they mean to harm and disgrace a helpless captive. There was only one thing a man of honor like Night Thunder could do: claim Rebecca Cothern as his wife.
But One.
From the moment Rebecca stepped into Night Thunder's powerful embrace in full view of his tribe--making his marriage vow true in their eyes--she knew her life would never be the same. How could she travel among his people as his "wife" and share his bed without succumbing to the desire that burned so fiercely in her breast? Night Thunder swore that she would truly be his bride in every way, if only Rebecca would give hreself to him freely and without remorse. But could she sacrifice the only life she's ever known--and the future she'd always dreamed of--for a deep, satisfying tast of forbidden passion?
But One.
From the moment Rebecca stepped into Night Thunder's powerful embrace in full view of his tribe--making his marriage vow true in their eyes--she knew her life would never be the same. How could she travel among his people as his "wife" and share his bed without succumbing to the desire that burned so fiercely in her breast? Night Thunder swore that she would truly be his bride in every way, if only Rebecca would give hreself to him freely and without remorse. But could she sacrifice the only life she's ever known--and the future she'd always dreamed of--for a deep, satisfying tast of forbidden passion?
384 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published July 1, 1999
About the author
Karen Kay
58 books975 followersBestselling author of American Historical Romance, KAREN KAY is a multi-published author of Native American Historical Romance. She has been praised by reviewers and fans alike for bringing insights into the everyday life of the American Indian culture of the past.
Although there are other authors who write under the pen name of Karen Kay, this author's books concern only Historical Native American Romance.
As Reviewer, Suzanne Tucker, once wrote, “Ms. Kay never fails to capture the pride, the passion and the spirit of the American Indian…"
KAREN KAY's great grandmother was Choctaw, and she is adopted Blackfeet. Ms. Kay is honored to be able to write about the rich culture of a people who gave this country so much.
“With the power of romance, I hope to bring about an awareness of the American Indian’s concept of honor, and what it meant to live as free men and free women. There are some things that should never be forgotten.”
Find Karen Kay online at www.novels-by-karenkay.com.
Although there are other authors who write under the pen name of Karen Kay, this author's books concern only Historical Native American Romance.
As Reviewer, Suzanne Tucker, once wrote, “Ms. Kay never fails to capture the pride, the passion and the spirit of the American Indian…"
KAREN KAY's great grandmother was Choctaw, and she is adopted Blackfeet. Ms. Kay is honored to be able to write about the rich culture of a people who gave this country so much.
“With the power of romance, I hope to bring about an awareness of the American Indian’s concept of honor, and what it meant to live as free men and free women. There are some things that should never be forgotten.”
Find Karen Kay online at www.novels-by-karenkay.com.
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December 23, 2022
Rating: 4.5 / 5
Alrighty, all done with the third and final book in Karen Kay's Blackfoot Warriors trilogy, and...
It's as simple as that really. I just liked it.
Based on the reviews I've read on Goodreads, it seems that some people just can't get "into" Kay's writing. Whether it's the style, the sometimes overly-fluffiness of the romances, or something else, I'm not sure, but I myself don't have a problem with it.
Not, to get into what I like about this one, I think I'll just list it out:
+ The continuation of the story in the trilogy. Sure, it focuses on a different heroine each time, but I did get to liking Rebecca from White Eagle's Touch, so I was curious to know what happened to her. In this though, rest assured, she becomes her own character and not just "the servant girl" from the previous book. Also, I'm glad that this takes place in the 1830s before the serious white-Native American problems, since this is still a time of primarily trade, so....yeah, let's f*** Manifest Destiny and leave things on early settler amiability terms, shall we?
+ A good deal of the book actually focuses on Night Thunder's point of view as well, which I found refreshing. Also, the decision to make him a prospective medicine man really added depth to the story.
+ Out of all the books in the trilogy, THIS one is the one that delves most into Native American culture, which I really appreciated. Loved all the descriptions of the Sun Dance gathering and buffalo hunt!
+ Even while there are problems and divides keeping the two lovers apart, they're not as angst or serious as...say....something that Rosanne Bittner is fond of dishing out. This, for me, is what really makes the difference between a 4- and a 5-star rating for romance novels: how hard it is for the couple to get together and whether this is justifiable or not. Myself, when I read a romance, I expect to be relaxed by it, not tortured.
Therefore, what I DON'T want are rape scenes, murder scenes, a lot of prolonged misunderstandings, cheating partners, hateful third wheel love interests, etc. Sure, there has to be conflict, but I don't want the conflict to take over the story more than the romance does. There should be a balance. In Kay's case, it's definitely more fluff and romance but, mushball that I am, I've found that I respond better to that extreme than the other extreme, so...meh, I just go with it.
+ Also, did I forget to mention that out of the series, this one has the most love scenes in it?
I mean, that's gotta be a plus, right?
And while it's true that near the end I was getting bored of the plot dragging on perhaps a tad too much, I did appreciate the happy ending and felt happy in my journey getting there. .5 stars off for the lag, but that's about it.
All in all, this book and in fact this entire series will be one that I'll definitely be referring back to when I need those comforting romantic moments of historical fiction, sans all the gore and horror of those days.
Alrighty, all done with the third and final book in Karen Kay's Blackfoot Warriors trilogy, and...
It's as simple as that really. I just liked it.
Based on the reviews I've read on Goodreads, it seems that some people just can't get "into" Kay's writing. Whether it's the style, the sometimes overly-fluffiness of the romances, or something else, I'm not sure, but I myself don't have a problem with it.
Not, to get into what I like about this one, I think I'll just list it out:
+ The continuation of the story in the trilogy. Sure, it focuses on a different heroine each time, but I did get to liking Rebecca from White Eagle's Touch, so I was curious to know what happened to her. In this though, rest assured, she becomes her own character and not just "the servant girl" from the previous book. Also, I'm glad that this takes place in the 1830s before the serious white-Native American problems, since this is still a time of primarily trade, so....yeah, let's f*** Manifest Destiny and leave things on early settler amiability terms, shall we?
+ A good deal of the book actually focuses on Night Thunder's point of view as well, which I found refreshing. Also, the decision to make him a prospective medicine man really added depth to the story.
+ Out of all the books in the trilogy, THIS one is the one that delves most into Native American culture, which I really appreciated. Loved all the descriptions of the Sun Dance gathering and buffalo hunt!
+ Even while there are problems and divides keeping the two lovers apart, they're not as angst or serious as...say....something that Rosanne Bittner is fond of dishing out. This, for me, is what really makes the difference between a 4- and a 5-star rating for romance novels: how hard it is for the couple to get together and whether this is justifiable or not. Myself, when I read a romance, I expect to be relaxed by it, not tortured.
Therefore, what I DON'T want are rape scenes, murder scenes, a lot of prolonged misunderstandings, cheating partners, hateful third wheel love interests, etc. Sure, there has to be conflict, but I don't want the conflict to take over the story more than the romance does. There should be a balance. In Kay's case, it's definitely more fluff and romance but, mushball that I am, I've found that I respond better to that extreme than the other extreme, so...meh, I just go with it.
+ Also, did I forget to mention that out of the series, this one has the most love scenes in it?
I mean, that's gotta be a plus, right?
And while it's true that near the end I was getting bored of the plot dragging on perhaps a tad too much, I did appreciate the happy ending and felt happy in my journey getting there. .5 stars off for the lag, but that's about it.
All in all, this book and in fact this entire series will be one that I'll definitely be referring back to when I need those comforting romantic moments of historical fiction, sans all the gore and horror of those days.
July 25, 2010
This should really be a 3.5 star but because I love the subject matter (and we can't give halves!) it rates 4.
Karen Kay does a wonderful job of portraying the Native American Indian with depth and understanding. The story is obviously sympathetic to their plight but still allows for both good and bad in all people. In this story, Night Thunder is faced with an impossible choice, dishonor his people or dishonor the woman he has sworn to protect. He hedges the problem by claiming her as his "wife". The fact that he is already betrothed is not a particular problem to him as polygamy is a way of life in the Blackfoot tribe. Needless to say, it is a HUGE problem for Rebecca, the girl he saves. In spite of Rebecca's silly reasoning in the beginning and foolish decision near the end, this is a very enjoyable story.
Karen Kay does a wonderful job of portraying the Native American Indian with depth and understanding. The story is obviously sympathetic to their plight but still allows for both good and bad in all people. In this story, Night Thunder is faced with an impossible choice, dishonor his people or dishonor the woman he has sworn to protect. He hedges the problem by claiming her as his "wife". The fact that he is already betrothed is not a particular problem to him as polygamy is a way of life in the Blackfoot tribe. Needless to say, it is a HUGE problem for Rebecca, the girl he saves. In spite of Rebecca's silly reasoning in the beginning and foolish decision near the end, this is a very enjoyable story.
September 2, 2019
This IS a very beautiful story of this two people who have emerged from all that WAS against their LOVE AND triunfanly survived their love
I gave good ratings to this story because IT was a beautiful message from this young people Love as theyemerged from all that WAS against their LOVE AND triunfanly became husband AND wife.
I gave good ratings to this story because IT was a beautiful message from this young people Love as theyemerged from all that WAS against their LOVE AND triunfanly became husband AND wife.
January 15, 2018
Good but repetitive words annoy
The story is good.. it is the only reason I haven't given up on Karen Kay... she tells a good story however I wish she wouldn't "cut and paste" so often!! I understand the need to save time but I don't like that it detracts from the story. I found myself getting very annoyed! If I had a dollar for every time I read "he jerked his head to the left" I could pay my daughter's college debt. There HAS to be another descriptive phrase that can be used.. or just leave it out, it does not need to be said so often! The other annoyance was the description of each Indian in the story...if you read the series from book one through three you will notice the "cut and paste" of how each individual Indian is described identical. I have found this in her other Native American stories as well. I advise you to not choose another series directly after this one or you may find yourself feeling that you are rereading this book again..because the author describes the "new" hero the same way as the hero in this story ( look wise ) .
I ask the author to please use "different" descriptive words and phrases throughout your book/books because it becomes monotonous and boring to re-read the same things over and over and OVER in the same book!!
The story is good.. it is the only reason I haven't given up on Karen Kay... she tells a good story however I wish she wouldn't "cut and paste" so often!! I understand the need to save time but I don't like that it detracts from the story. I found myself getting very annoyed! If I had a dollar for every time I read "he jerked his head to the left" I could pay my daughter's college debt. There HAS to be another descriptive phrase that can be used.. or just leave it out, it does not need to be said so often! The other annoyance was the description of each Indian in the story...if you read the series from book one through three you will notice the "cut and paste" of how each individual Indian is described identical. I have found this in her other Native American stories as well. I advise you to not choose another series directly after this one or you may find yourself feeling that you are rereading this book again..because the author describes the "new" hero the same way as the hero in this story ( look wise ) .
I ask the author to please use "different" descriptive words and phrases throughout your book/books because it becomes monotonous and boring to re-read the same things over and over and OVER in the same book!!
November 12, 2017
I truly enjoyed Night Thunder's Bride. Ms. Kay did an amazing job describing every little detail making it very easy for the reader to picture every nuance. The romance is a memorable one, and that made this book that much easier to read.
I only found one item about the book that kept distracting me from the love story. I found the setting very hard to believe in. I kept catching myself thinking "that wouldn't really happen", and it was never in reference to the spiritual side of the story.
Even with that said, I am still glad I read it, and would still recommend it to others. Just try not to let the far-fetched aspects deter you from what is an otherwise wonderfully written love story.
I only found one item about the book that kept distracting me from the love story. I found the setting very hard to believe in. I kept catching myself thinking "that wouldn't really happen", and it was never in reference to the spiritual side of the story.
Even with that said, I am still glad I read it, and would still recommend it to others. Just try not to let the far-fetched aspects deter you from what is an otherwise wonderfully written love story.
February 4, 2022
This is part of a three book series however it was republished due to it’s anniversary. I have already read this series but because my favorite author wrote this book! Her story lines are always wonderful and diverse! She writes beautiful Native American historical romance novels and does an excellent job on her research facts! Also I want to tell you she eliminates false information we’ve been told about the first Americans, the Indian! This is a must read and you’ll enjoy Karen Kay’s work that you’ll want to read the trilogy! It’s a wonderful story BUT beware you won’t want to put it down!
Happy Reading 😊
Happy Reading 😊
August 26, 2023
Beautiful book.
Loved the discrimination s of the land that once belonged to the indigenous people. Putting some of their spirituality in these books is magical and wonderful to know others love the original peoples on Turtle Island. Hope you have more adventures lined up!!!!
Loved the discrimination s of the land that once belonged to the indigenous people. Putting some of their spirituality in these books is magical and wonderful to know others love the original peoples on Turtle Island. Hope you have more adventures lined up!!!!
December 16, 2017
Warmly Embracing
If only we could all live by the honorable standards of the Native culture. ... then what a beautiful world this would be.
If only we could all live by the honorable standards of the Native culture. ... then what a beautiful world this would be.
February 12, 2018
Night Thunder's Bride
I loved this story, I recommend everyone to read this book. I look forward to reading more of her books. Kattie 2/12/18.
I loved this story, I recommend everyone to read this book. I look forward to reading more of her books. Kattie 2/12/18.
July 21, 2022
Love the books love the author
June 1, 2025
Could not put this book down, absolutely loved it 🥰
July 25, 2025
2 stars
January 26, 2022
Really Great Series
I'm really enjoying this series, reading about the Indian customs. I've enjoyed the characters and the stories. I loved Night Thunder and Rebecca's story. A story that captivated me from the beginning and I didn't want to end. I look forward to more books in the series.
I'm really enjoying this series, reading about the Indian customs. I've enjoyed the characters and the stories. I loved Night Thunder and Rebecca's story. A story that captivated me from the beginning and I didn't want to end. I look forward to more books in the series.
May 31, 2016
Warning! THIS IS A WORD VOMIT, NOT A REVIEW
Not going lie there are many trashy passages within the book accompanied by trashy cover(s) as well as trashy title but dang I need to write this out because it is the first book in the genre I've ever liked!
People in the book had their HEAs in that moment and that is what matters.
However this is so much fun to read so thoroughly enjoyable, the cultural & historical anecdotes are super interesting and well written especially the Sundance part which I have read it somewhere in a history textbook long ago, which was written in an emotionally distance manner. The illustration here in this book brings a lively vision which successfully got me on a verge of a break down despite my prejudice against the genre. I believed all romance books to be emotionally unconvincing for an angst junkie like me.
The heroine is cool despite an uncountable amount of misunderstandings occurred. Not to mention the way she handles things are not at all cringe worthy like many other books in historical romance genre. The hero, now now now, what can I say? He reminds so much of Jace Herondale from Shadowhunter Novels in terms of outward personality but the difference is that Night Thunder is a smug bastard who's in nature is not really a smug bastard. Despite the tendency of mine to have an instance hatred for characters who do realise their genuine good looks and nice arses I like this hero (am I even saying this wow) because the redeeming qualities and chivalric deeds are neither cringe worthy nor close to nuisance. One funny thing I didn't expect was his trolling skills. He must be the biggest troll I have ever read, you can troll your friends or your SO's friends but never your SO who is gullible under a specific circumstance smh nonetheless it was extremely hilarious (even more than CoFA's scene where Simon got trolled by Jace about a certain Latin passage). Secondary couple, Blue Raven and Singing Bull, was cute. I would love to see a book written for them as a main hero & heroine.
Plot wise, this book is about a person bringing another to a whole new world whereas the first book's plot revolves around action, adventure, and survival in a wild. Meanwhile the second book is not every good so I will not discuss it. For writing style, the redundancy of paranormal plotline and wording/phasing can be overwhelming(off-putting) for some individuals so read at your own risk.
Lastly .. a flash of angst is unexpected. Although it's a HEA here but the wee quote at the end broke my heart ⎻ reminding me that somehow the HEA is a point in the history and that "Now is(was) Good". We all know what become of those nations in the present days. This reminds me also any other books I have read both historical and historical fantasy the ultimate fate of the heroines/heroes, species, races, and civilisation (especially the last book of LoTR).
People in the book had their HEAs in that moment and that is what matters.
February 20, 2020
This is one of my favourites by Karen Kay. The hero is an apprentice medicine man who has the gift of seeing spirits and being able to talk to them. She is a white woman who he promised to protect while her mistress is away. To protect her he needed to claim her as his wife. The spirit world also marries the two of them. She also sees the spirits so the both of them are intertwined. HEA ending. I have read this book as a paperback a few times and still love it.
February 14, 2023
did not read 2 times.
May 17, 2009
I won't bother with a book synopsis since the description on the book page is pretty concise. I was in the mood for a quick, juicy Native American romance and Night Thunder's Bride fit the bill. It was clear from the beginning that this story began in the previous book but since I didn't have that book and was too impatient to order it I plowed ahead anyway. I can appreciate that the author didn't take up a ton of space explaining the back story like some authors do but after 100 or so pages I was still confused about their relationship and why exactly they were together. For me, this book started off strong but towards the middle/end became a little too simple and started to lose my interest. Some of the interactions between the H/H seemed very unrealistic for the times yet I found it refreshing so I was able to suspend reality a bit. There was also a nice supernatural element that was pretty unique. All in all, this was an enjoyable, light read. Reading about these warriors and tribe life felt really authentic which was a treat. 3.5 stars.
July 17, 2015
Enjoyed the story. More old school style of romance than what I usually read. (....the term 'finite conclusion' to describe orgasm made me giggle)
I'm interested in the Blackfoot Series, but are all the Warriors going to choose white women as theirs? I like that the author seems to have done some authentic research about the tribes and the traditional ways of these people at this time in history.
Makes we curious about other Romance series' with authentic Native themes and less about white women finding a warrior and maybe a story from within the tribe.
I'm interested in the Blackfoot Series, but are all the Warriors going to choose white women as theirs? I like that the author seems to have done some authentic research about the tribes and the traditional ways of these people at this time in history.
Makes we curious about other Romance series' with authentic Native themes and less about white women finding a warrior and maybe a story from within the tribe.
April 9, 2014
Ater reading the whole series, I can say that I'm not a big fan of Kay's Indian romance. I found the Indians so perfect and the white men so ugly (inside and outside) that is was too much. I'm sure a good-looking Indian man is way better to look at than an ugly unwashed trader but the contrast was too much.
And the fact that Indian men were so macho (women cook and sew and are happy that way) while managing to be so romantic was a bit of a stretch to me.
And the fact that Indian men were so macho (women cook and sew and are happy that way) while managing to be so romantic was a bit of a stretch to me.
June 15, 2014
Has a lot of good history about the Indians love the true history thanh u
May 4, 2013
Read this when I was just a young gal. ;)
I adore Native-American romance. And this book is written by a Native-American author. I was mesmerized by the beautiful culture depicted in her stories.
I adore Native-American romance. And this book is written by a Native-American author. I was mesmerized by the beautiful culture depicted in her stories.
April 7, 2014
A fun light read with interesting characters. It's the second in a series, but I wasn't confused. I'm interested in reading other books by this author since I liked this one so much.
April 3, 2014
An enjoyable, quick and easy read.
November 20, 2018
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