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A Captive Heart
A heartbroken princess in search of an answer to her prayers will sacrifice anything to have her love restored… but what if the price is too high?
A princess of Rayterre, Avenie has been sent to the Jasper Belt to marry the only son of the aging king. But Avenie’s happiness is not to last. Days before their wedding, The Red Prince is called away on a diplomatic mission, never to be seen again.
Unable to return home to Rayterre, Avenie has become a Princess of the Jasper Fortress, a bargaining chip in the games of politics that the rulers of the island kingdoms play. She has been promised to another to solidify an alliance between kingdoms, but Avenie cannot imagine a life with anyone but her lost prince.
A perilous journey that will change her destiny once more.
The Decaying Isles, a decrepit chain of small islands plagued by earthquakes is rumored to be inhabited by a witch who will grant a wish in exchange for a fee. Avenie must choose between a life that has been decided for her… and hope.
From the sunny shores of Rayterre to the bitter snows of Rosfaill, Naimonet is waiting for you…
Enter the world of Naimonet where fantasy, magic, and the power of love will sweep you away. Continue your journey through the islands with A Captive Heart: Book 2 of the Tales of Naimonet.
This young adult novel is suitable for all ages. It can be read as a standalone and contains no cliffhanger and a guaranteed Happily Ever After.
A princess of Rayterre, Avenie has been sent to the Jasper Belt to marry the only son of the aging king. But Avenie’s happiness is not to last. Days before their wedding, The Red Prince is called away on a diplomatic mission, never to be seen again.
Unable to return home to Rayterre, Avenie has become a Princess of the Jasper Fortress, a bargaining chip in the games of politics that the rulers of the island kingdoms play. She has been promised to another to solidify an alliance between kingdoms, but Avenie cannot imagine a life with anyone but her lost prince.
A perilous journey that will change her destiny once more.
The Decaying Isles, a decrepit chain of small islands plagued by earthquakes is rumored to be inhabited by a witch who will grant a wish in exchange for a fee. Avenie must choose between a life that has been decided for her… and hope.
From the sunny shores of Rayterre to the bitter snows of Rosfaill, Naimonet is waiting for you…
Enter the world of Naimonet where fantasy, magic, and the power of love will sweep you away. Continue your journey through the islands with A Captive Heart: Book 2 of the Tales of Naimonet.
This young adult novel is suitable for all ages. It can be read as a standalone and contains no cliffhanger and a guaranteed Happily Ever After.
- GenresFantasyYoung Adult
269 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 15, 2019
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May 24, 2019
good story.. heartbreaking at times.. emotions were real and raw and intriguing.. it was really well written and i enjoyed it.
May 23, 2019
A Captive Heart
A lovely tale about a princess who needs to look deep inside herself to see she can fend for herself and wanting to save someone who came to be her everything is so little time. I loved the adventure and budding romance. The characters are likeable and yes you do want to claw out the bad guys eyes at some point in the book and cry for joy in others.
A lovely tale about a princess who needs to look deep inside herself to see she can fend for herself and wanting to save someone who came to be her everything is so little time. I loved the adventure and budding romance. The characters are likeable and yes you do want to claw out the bad guys eyes at some point in the book and cry for joy in others.
April 30, 2019
Princess Avenie is mourning the death of her father when her brother informs her that she is soon to leave the kingdom to wed a prince of another land. Apparently, they have been betrothed since they were children, but this is the first she has heard about it. Theoron, the prince, soon learns about this marriage-to-be as well, and he is not too pleased about it, wishing he had some control over who would become, ultimately, his queen.
The book alternates between Avenie’s and Theoren’s perspectives written in the first person. We see their lives as they begin to intertwine and as they separate. These are two people who had no control over whether they would come together, but a bond begins to form slowly. Unfortunately, the prince is taken away soon before the marriage because of issues with another land that he needs to attend to. What will this mean for Avenie and Theoren?
I love the way the book opened with a brief page that sets the scene about what is happening in Rayterre with gravitas. It puts you in the mind of a fantasy setting right away and gets you immersed in the book. Avenie is such a sympathetic character right away. Her brother treats her terribly and relishes doing so. He is a petty, mean-spirited man. But Avenie is resigned to her fate; could it be much worse than what she already knows? But she will be tested more than she realizes, first in her prince’s realm and then farther away as she tries to take charge of her life in a world where princesses aren’t supposed to do that.
I enjoyed this well-written fantasy novel where the characters grew and changed over the course of the story. Avenie’s and Theoren’s concurrent plotlines are intricate. I love how they danced around each other, bringing the characters together, tearing them apart, and then bring them back together, each now having a completely different perspective on themselves and each other through the trials that they had gone through.
I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
Read my other reviews at https://readingfanaticreviews.com.
The book alternates between Avenie’s and Theoren’s perspectives written in the first person. We see their lives as they begin to intertwine and as they separate. These are two people who had no control over whether they would come together, but a bond begins to form slowly. Unfortunately, the prince is taken away soon before the marriage because of issues with another land that he needs to attend to. What will this mean for Avenie and Theoren?
I love the way the book opened with a brief page that sets the scene about what is happening in Rayterre with gravitas. It puts you in the mind of a fantasy setting right away and gets you immersed in the book. Avenie is such a sympathetic character right away. Her brother treats her terribly and relishes doing so. He is a petty, mean-spirited man. But Avenie is resigned to her fate; could it be much worse than what she already knows? But she will be tested more than she realizes, first in her prince’s realm and then farther away as she tries to take charge of her life in a world where princesses aren’t supposed to do that.
I enjoyed this well-written fantasy novel where the characters grew and changed over the course of the story. Avenie’s and Theoren’s concurrent plotlines are intricate. I love how they danced around each other, bringing the characters together, tearing them apart, and then bring them back together, each now having a completely different perspective on themselves and each other through the trials that they had gone through.
I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
Read my other reviews at https://readingfanaticreviews.com.
April 27, 2019
The story begins good, two story lives that are starting on a journey. Avenie, princess of Rayterre, and the Red prince from Jasper Belt, Theoren. Both betrothed to each other without their knowing. Interesting to read when you don't know a person, your imagination gets a hold of you and you expect the worst of each other. While Avenie is very brave to meet her destiny, sent away by her brother after her fathers death. Theoren is not that brave and funny that he is widely known as a fierce warrior, but now he is a coward and finding ways to avoid meeting Avenie. But as always, destiny has a way to find you. Even though, sometimes we all want to escape our responsibilities.
I loved the story until the end, light hearted at some point, full of blooming romance, beautiful written scenes of the landscape surroundings. The dangers that they are both facing, but they conquer it all. I love the touches of magic in a land that doesn't have to seem any. I was captured from the first word until the end. But I was so happy for Avenie and Theoren, that everything ends well as by reassurance of the writer.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I loved the story until the end, light hearted at some point, full of blooming romance, beautiful written scenes of the landscape surroundings. The dangers that they are both facing, but they conquer it all. I love the touches of magic in a land that doesn't have to seem any. I was captured from the first word until the end. But I was so happy for Avenie and Theoren, that everything ends well as by reassurance of the writer.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 16, 2019
Overall rating: 4.6
Royalty may have its privileges, however if you are a princess of Rayterre you may just up a chess piece on a political game of power. This authors ability to weave such a spell binding take captivated me from page one. I truly found myself wondering if this ill fated pair would find their way to each other through each of their challenges. Side note- I cant be the only one who second guessed Allin. Loved this and looking forward to more tales from the Naimonet ! All of my reviews are always voluntarily written.
Royalty may have its privileges, however if you are a princess of Rayterre you may just up a chess piece on a political game of power. This authors ability to weave such a spell binding take captivated me from page one. I truly found myself wondering if this ill fated pair would find their way to each other through each of their challenges. Side note- I cant be the only one who second guessed Allin. Loved this and looking forward to more tales from the Naimonet ! All of my reviews are always voluntarily written.
May 2, 2019
Sadly not for me :(
First off, this book had a gorgeous cover. It grabs your attention and is so intriguing - it’s why I wanted to read the book.
Within a few pages though I was confused. Names, titles, places - all throw at the reader and half the time I couldn’t work out who was being referred to.
Finally the story moved past that and I just failed to connect with any of the characters.
As the story dragged on I started skipping pages - before just reading the end.
It was an intriguing idea with a wow of a cover, but the plot wasn’t there to draw me in, and nothing made me care about the characters.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
First off, this book had a gorgeous cover. It grabs your attention and is so intriguing - it’s why I wanted to read the book.
Within a few pages though I was confused. Names, titles, places - all throw at the reader and half the time I couldn’t work out who was being referred to.
Finally the story moved past that and I just failed to connect with any of the characters.
As the story dragged on I started skipping pages - before just reading the end.
It was an intriguing idea with a wow of a cover, but the plot wasn’t there to draw me in, and nothing made me care about the characters.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 5, 2019
Interesting story!!! I must say I haven’t read a story quite like this before. But i am so glad that I did! I really enjoyed reading this. The main character despite everything that has happened she is very strong and finds love unexpectedly. what turns out to be tragic ends up happily ever after. I was rooting for her prince the whole time! So happy the way the story ended. Wouldn’t mind seeing more of this story! What a surprising twist I didn’t see coming!
July 3, 2019
This is great! Avenie is strong and determined, great character. Theoren is just as strong and determined but a bit more stubborn. A chance encounter with his betrothed is an eye-opener. The tides soon turn in many ways for this couple. I read this in one seating, I had to know what would happen. Their journey is full of danger and betrayal that only the strong can survive. In the end, these two see clearly that they are meant to be together. I received a copy at no cost and without obligation from the author.
May 9, 2019
This book was the second in the series. Avenie and Jasper were both betrothed to each other at a very young age, but neither knew it. They conquer all the dangers that came their way.
The story had a light hearten romance to it in which I enjoyed very much. I would recommend this book to anyone.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The story had a light hearten romance to it in which I enjoyed very much. I would recommend this book to anyone.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 12, 2019
I really enjoyed this book. It’s well written with great characters. Although Princess Avenie has gone through some tough times she is strong. It’s a book that’s hard to put down once you start reading. I recommend the series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 18, 2019
Great fantasy story with a well thought out main character, good supporting characters, and a good plot.
May 10, 2019
A story of 2 strong willed, stubborn people, dead set against a marriage arranged by their fathers when they were children.
Set against a medival backdrop, this book has the power to hold a reader captive. I simply loved it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Set against a medival backdrop, this book has the power to hold a reader captive. I simply loved it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 10, 2019
A Captive Heart by Thalia Blake is an awesome story to read. This is book number two in this awesome series that I really enjoyed reading. I highly recommend this story to everyone who loves reading about fantasies in their stories.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 22, 2019
If you've read the first book in the series, then this one is a must read! With a wonderful plot, full of twists and turns and excellent characters, it had me turning the pages faster than I could say my name! Can't wait for the next installment!
July 6, 2019
Right away you are thrown into the action. Definitely a page-turner and I finished it in one sitting. Very strong independent characters that you wish you could be or relate to. I loved the characters interactions and it was very well written.
June 15, 2020
Loved it
I love that there stories are stand alone with a happily ever after. I found this story to be fun and entertaining.
I love that there stories are stand alone with a happily ever after. I found this story to be fun and entertaining.
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