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Peace-Weavers #2
The Good Knight
Betrayed by the man she loved, Lady Willa of Wakefield is left a young widow with a reputation in tatters. Her family circles around her, providing support and safety, but Willa quickly realizes her life can never be as it once was. When one of King William’s fiercest knights offers her a marriage of convenience, Willa casts aside her pride and hatred for all things Norman and jumps at the chance to be the mistress of her own household. Soon, however, Willa recognizes that her new husband isn’t all that he seems, and she finds herself drawn to the taciturn warrior. Can Willa let down her guard and allow this man to mend her broken heart or will old prejudices doom their relationship before it even starts?
Sir Geoffrey thinks he’s lost his mind. Why else would he offer to marry the spoiled Saxon beauty and promise not to touch her? He plans to go back to Normandy, anyway, leaving Willa with the independence she craves. But when rebellion forces Geoffrey to stay in England and under the same roof as his lovely wife, he begins to find their agreement and growing attraction… stifling. Will he be able to let her go when the time comes, or will Geoffrey be another Norman who falls for the allure of England and a good woman?
Set in the turbulent years immediately after the Norman conquest, The Good Knight is a full-length historical romance and the second book in The Peace-Weavers Series. Please do not purchase if you are offended by strong language and or sex scenes.
Sir Geoffrey thinks he’s lost his mind. Why else would he offer to marry the spoiled Saxon beauty and promise not to touch her? He plans to go back to Normandy, anyway, leaving Willa with the independence she craves. But when rebellion forces Geoffrey to stay in England and under the same roof as his lovely wife, he begins to find their agreement and growing attraction… stifling. Will he be able to let her go when the time comes, or will Geoffrey be another Norman who falls for the allure of England and a good woman?
Set in the turbulent years immediately after the Norman conquest, The Good Knight is a full-length historical romance and the second book in The Peace-Weavers Series. Please do not purchase if you are offended by strong language and or sex scenes.
274 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 14, 2022
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About the author
Margaux Thorne
16 books42 followersI’m a lifelong reader of romance novels. Some of my earliest memories are of
sneaking into my mom’s room at night and stealing any books I could find.
After moving around quite a bit, I’ve finally put down roots in New England with my two sons and husband. I’ve always been a writer, starting out in newspapers, but it wasn’t until my sons began going to school full-time that I began working toward my dream of becoming a romance author.
I enjoy crocheting toys for my kids, hiking with my Saint Bernard, and watching Real Housewives on the couch with my very old and very fat pugs.
sneaking into my mom’s room at night and stealing any books I could find.
After moving around quite a bit, I’ve finally put down roots in New England with my two sons and husband. I’ve always been a writer, starting out in newspapers, but it wasn’t until my sons began going to school full-time that I began working toward my dream of becoming a romance author.
I enjoy crocheting toys for my kids, hiking with my Saint Bernard, and watching Real Housewives on the couch with my very old and very fat pugs.
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November 27, 2022
It’s back in the days of Norman conquest. And they talk like it’s 2022
April 25, 2023
Willa and Geoffrey have an antagonistic relationship at first but from there, it grows into true love and affection. After the events of "A Knight To Call Her Home", it was a joy to see how much growth and change Willa went through, no matter how painful it may have been. I also loved Geoffrey’s tough outer shell that hid his thoughtful and kind inner self. Each of their individual journey’s made them right for each other and gave them excellent chemistry.
In the end, Willa and Geoffrey’s love story was all the more profound because of the struggles they both had to overcome to get their happily ever after.
Margaux tells a beautiful story with eloquent description and well formed characters.
In the end, Willa and Geoffrey’s love story was all the more profound because of the struggles they both had to overcome to get their happily ever after.
Margaux tells a beautiful story with eloquent description and well formed characters.
May 30, 2023
3.5 stars.
February 17, 2022
This is a great sequel to A Knight to Call Her Home! I'm still recommending this to all steamy historical romance lovers who are tired of Regency and Scottish romance. We've got medieval knights, baby! And Geoffrey is peak medieval knight- tough, brutal, determined, beastly, and honorable. Geoffrey and Willa are the couple in this book and it follows almost immediately the traumatic events at the end of the first book. There's a lot of push and pull, simmering antagonism between them in book 1, but book 2 shows a change in that dynamic as Willa struggles to get back to normal after her kidnapping and sexual assault by Anson.
Her arc was really moving, and that's a good thing because it's the main focus of the book. There are no cheap wins here, her healing isn't in the background. Where book 1 was a bit more focused on the action and intrigue, book 2 is subtle and centered on interpersonal politics. There are so many different perspectives of women in this book, all in different positions in medieval society- we have ruined Saxon heiress Willa as the narrator, but we also learn about the lives and trials of women in the lower classes (Willa's servants and even Geoffrey's sex worker mother, through his memories of her). There's so much to dissect here about the experiences of women and women's sexuality in this time. While Willa's dealing with the mental and emotional effects of sexual assault, she takes part in a spring festival all about fertility, sexuality, and the celebration of feminine beauty; this contrast is a compelling background to her reunion with Geoffrey, who finds her in the forest and compares her to a pagan fairy queen.
Speaking of Geoffrey- he's another swoon-worthy hero from Margaux Thorne. He and Willa have tons of chemistry and it's interesting to see how they interacted and how they fell into their situation. They are one of my favorite combos, which is a woman who's a lot to handle with a man who is more than capable of handling her.
For Geoffrey, I pictured Charlie Hunam with a dramatic scar. For Willa, I pictured redhead Sophie Turner, but more petite and curvy. Sophie just has that aloof beauty goes unhinged thing down.
Her arc was really moving, and that's a good thing because it's the main focus of the book. There are no cheap wins here, her healing isn't in the background. Where book 1 was a bit more focused on the action and intrigue, book 2 is subtle and centered on interpersonal politics. There are so many different perspectives of women in this book, all in different positions in medieval society- we have ruined Saxon heiress Willa as the narrator, but we also learn about the lives and trials of women in the lower classes (Willa's servants and even Geoffrey's sex worker mother, through his memories of her). There's so much to dissect here about the experiences of women and women's sexuality in this time. While Willa's dealing with the mental and emotional effects of sexual assault, she takes part in a spring festival all about fertility, sexuality, and the celebration of feminine beauty; this contrast is a compelling background to her reunion with Geoffrey, who finds her in the forest and compares her to a pagan fairy queen.
Speaking of Geoffrey- he's another swoon-worthy hero from Margaux Thorne. He and Willa have tons of chemistry and it's interesting to see how they interacted and how they fell into their situation. They are one of my favorite combos, which is a woman who's a lot to handle with a man who is more than capable of handling her.
For Geoffrey, I pictured Charlie Hunam with a dramatic scar. For Willa, I pictured redhead Sophie Turner, but more petite and curvy. Sophie just has that aloof beauty goes unhinged thing down.
February 16, 2022
I read the first of Thorne’s “Peace-Weavers” series over the weekend. And then “The Good Knight” dropped yesterday. I read it after class. And let me tell you what, I loved it.
Willa and Geoffrey have an antagonistic relationship at first but from there, it grows into true affection. After the events of the previous book (no spoilers), I was glad to see how in depth Thorne went with how the previous events affected Willa and we got to see her grow and change. I also loved Geoffrey’s tough outer shell that hid his thoughtful and kind inner self. I think their respective journey’s made them right for each other and I think Thorne did a brilliant job of pulling it off.
For me, I found Willa and Geoffrey’s love story to be all the more profound because of the struggles they both had to overcome to get their happily ever after.
Seriously, pick up this series!
Willa and Geoffrey have an antagonistic relationship at first but from there, it grows into true affection. After the events of the previous book (no spoilers), I was glad to see how in depth Thorne went with how the previous events affected Willa and we got to see her grow and change. I also loved Geoffrey’s tough outer shell that hid his thoughtful and kind inner self. I think their respective journey’s made them right for each other and I think Thorne did a brilliant job of pulling it off.
For me, I found Willa and Geoffrey’s love story to be all the more profound because of the struggles they both had to overcome to get their happily ever after.
Seriously, pick up this series!
January 1, 2024
Sometimes it matters what you've read before reading a new book. 'Sins of the Father" was a raw book with evil characters who were despicable. This might be why, in comparison, this book felt fragmented and at times almost frivolous. The many detailed sex scenes did little to move the story forward. It was hard to understand why the H and h were unhappy. Events seemed disconnected.
April 8, 2022
Much improved from the first
The plot takes off from where the first book left off and does a respectful job looking at loss and trauma and moving forward. It also highlights female friendship outside of family ties.
The plot takes off from where the first book left off and does a respectful job looking at loss and trauma and moving forward. It also highlights female friendship outside of family ties.
April 11, 2024
Lost respect for the mmc the moment he took away her bow. Then lost all respect for the fmc the moment she forgave him, though he did literally *nothing* to earn that forgiveness. Oh but he doesn’t beat her to a pulp or rape her like other men do to their wives/daughters! So that makes bossing her around, disrespecting her to the extreme, treating her as his possession and taking the things she loves totally ok! What a lucky woman she is! Let’s spend the entire rest of the book swooning over this man now, the one who’s changed nothing about himself and never once apologizes for being an ass. And NEVER GIVES HER THE BOW BACK. Surely he means well! And he was gone and when he came back he was so happy to see her… so he could screw her again. A true Hero.
Our Hero leaves her entirely weaponless and asked her to never move a muscle so that when danger comes for her, she’ll be helpless and need saving - hopefully by him. But alas, our heroine is, in fact, sometimes alone. And danger comes a knockin! No worries, there’s a *glass shard* available for stabbing purposes. She lives! And his takeaway from this is anger, bc he didn’t get to save his damsel himself. No reflection on her being weaponless, her being strong bc she’s been working hard, no awe at her fighting off and killing a man. Why would we venerate such a couple- a man that never reflects on former actions or admits fault and a woman that repeatedly forgives him for no reason?
He is completely ok with her *sister* yielding and using a weapon and learning to fight. He treats her like an equal and giving her respect as somebody that can hold their own, somebody who is a capable human being. This is the exact opposite of how he treats (and thinks of) his wife. And nobody, not the fmc or the mmc (or the author?) connects the dots on that bit of infuriating hypocrisy.
My gods. I kept holding out thinking surely he’ll at least give her the bow back? Or admit he was a little wrong? Or tell her she can do what she wants? Finally respect her as an equal? Believe in her, believe she’s capable of taking care of herself, however she sees fit, and letting her know that? Tell her he’s proud of her? Anything. Any of that would’ve been nice.
But no. I assume we’re just supposed to believe it’s *implied* lol GODS I had such hopes for this book, I really thought I’d love this couple. And the beginning was so good! Such a disappointment. The end felt unsatisfying and like much was left unresolved.
It’s a no from me bob, but an extra star because the writing is good enough. I’ll read the next one bc I like the other characters. Hopefully this was just a fluke.
Our Hero leaves her entirely weaponless and asked her to never move a muscle so that when danger comes for her, she’ll be helpless and need saving - hopefully by him. But alas, our heroine is, in fact, sometimes alone. And danger comes a knockin! No worries, there’s a *glass shard* available for stabbing purposes. She lives! And his takeaway from this is anger, bc he didn’t get to save his damsel himself. No reflection on her being weaponless, her being strong bc she’s been working hard, no awe at her fighting off and killing a man. Why would we venerate such a couple- a man that never reflects on former actions or admits fault and a woman that repeatedly forgives him for no reason?
He is completely ok with her *sister* yielding and using a weapon and learning to fight. He treats her like an equal and giving her respect as somebody that can hold their own, somebody who is a capable human being. This is the exact opposite of how he treats (and thinks of) his wife. And nobody, not the fmc or the mmc (or the author?) connects the dots on that bit of infuriating hypocrisy.
My gods. I kept holding out thinking surely he’ll at least give her the bow back? Or admit he was a little wrong? Or tell her she can do what she wants? Finally respect her as an equal? Believe in her, believe she’s capable of taking care of herself, however she sees fit, and letting her know that? Tell her he’s proud of her? Anything. Any of that would’ve been nice.
But no. I assume we’re just supposed to believe it’s *implied* lol GODS I had such hopes for this book, I really thought I’d love this couple. And the beginning was so good! Such a disappointment. The end felt unsatisfying and like much was left unresolved.
It’s a no from me bob, but an extra star because the writing is good enough. I’ll read the next one bc I like the other characters. Hopefully this was just a fluke.
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August 22, 2023
Willa and Geoffrey
This book may need a trigger warning. Not so much from violence occurring (although it does). More from Willa’s reaction and recovery from the violence. Her thoughts and actions are very much in line with how many women deal with assault. And while it’s not bad, it’s definitely a punch in the gut. Her husband, Geoffrey wants to help her heal and feel safe again. To that end - it was a very satisfying and sweet story and I will be reading book 3!
This book may need a trigger warning. Not so much from violence occurring (although it does). More from Willa’s reaction and recovery from the violence. Her thoughts and actions are very much in line with how many women deal with assault. And while it’s not bad, it’s definitely a punch in the gut. Her husband, Geoffrey wants to help her heal and feel safe again. To that end - it was a very satisfying and sweet story and I will be reading book 3!
August 31, 2024
better than expected!
This is a new author to me… It just popped up on my Kindle unlimited… It’s the second book in the series. I didn’t read the first book -and this was surprisingly good… I love how they hated each other, but secretly loved each other… The angst and tension was enough… The sex scenes started about 70% and they were steamy and dirty and awesome!!!
I felt their love very strongly -
This is a new author to me… It just popped up on my Kindle unlimited… It’s the second book in the series. I didn’t read the first book -and this was surprisingly good… I love how they hated each other, but secretly loved each other… The angst and tension was enough… The sex scenes started about 70% and they were steamy and dirty and awesome!!!
I felt their love very strongly -
May 23, 2023
This was okay. I have not developed love for either of the characters. Their banter is good sometimes, and other times exasperating. The one great thing about this is Willa overcoming her trauma (although too fast to be honest) as well as her having found friends who understand her in Cwen and Gytha. The houseful of women servants was also cool.
November 19, 2022
beautifully written
Margaux tells a beautiful story with eloquent description and well formed characters. I particularly enjoy the time period she draws from and the strong female characters.
Margaux tells a beautiful story with eloquent description and well formed characters. I particularly enjoy the time period she draws from and the strong female characters.
August 17, 2023
Margaux Thorne
The Good Knight: Peace-Weavers Series - Book 2
I looked inside the kindle read on Amazon
A story of love ,trust ,conflict of interest and betrayal depicted in the characters Anson,Willa and Emma.
The Good Knight: Peace-Weavers Series - Book 2
I looked inside the kindle read on Amazon
A story of love ,trust ,conflict of interest and betrayal depicted in the characters Anson,Willa and Emma.
October 1, 2023
Liked the interaction
Bastard and cold hearted lady collide.
Many times when confusion separated them. And a perfectly vile villain added to the mix
Author needs to have better proof readers. Second book with silly mistakes.
Bastard and cold hearted lady collide.
Many times when confusion separated them. And a perfectly vile villain added to the mix
Author needs to have better proof readers. Second book with silly mistakes.
December 7, 2023
For being the outspoken and spicy sister in this series her resolution with her arranged marriage husband came on too quickly and with less drama than anticipated. It did scratch the grumpy- sunshine, knightly romance itch though.
October 24, 2022
How does an author not keep her characters straight. Multiple times! Needs an editor. Some of the cursing is just stupid.
November 17, 2022
Willa and Geoffrey
A stubborn miss who doesn't want to give up her independence. An equally stubborn knight w guy who won't let her get away. Quick. Easy read.
A stubborn miss who doesn't want to give up her independence. An equally stubborn knight w guy who won't let her get away. Quick. Easy read.
November 23, 2022
MEDIEVAL READER
I enjoyed the series. I would enjoy it more if there was less profanity. Note to the author, The excessive cursing takes away from the story.
I enjoyed the series. I would enjoy it more if there was less profanity. Note to the author, The excessive cursing takes away from the story.
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February 22, 2023I found this entire series exciting and well written. The author has given her characters many layers.
August 8, 2023
Good
Good reading its a page turner I got nothing done until I finished by then it was early afternoon oh well
Good reading its a page turner I got nothing done until I finished by then it was early afternoon oh well
November 11, 2023
Intense
It was nice to understand Willa and learn more about Geoffrey. There story was a bit complicated, but also amusing. I wish Willa's new friends got their own story.
It was nice to understand Willa and learn more about Geoffrey. There story was a bit complicated, but also amusing. I wish Willa's new friends got their own story.
January 7, 2024
Character names kept getting confused, needs some editing. And nettle stings aren’t that bad…
March 18, 2024
The Good Knight
It had a story. I wasn't sure for awhile. Willa had me confused. I am glad for the lovely ending
It had a story. I wasn't sure for awhile. Willa had me confused. I am glad for the lovely ending
September 8, 2024
Another sweet easy read without a lot of drama or emotion.
No misunderstandings or lack of communication, it’s a quick enjoyable easy read.
No misunderstandings or lack of communication, it’s a quick enjoyable easy read.
April 3, 2025
delightful
medieval romance done right.
an honourable knight with a loving heart, and a prickly maiden most beauteous.
I enjoyed it
medieval romance done right.
an honourable knight with a loving heart, and a prickly maiden most beauteous.
I enjoyed it
September 11, 2025
Good read
It was a good book. Held my interest well, couldn't put it down, had to see how it was going to end.
It was a good book. Held my interest well, couldn't put it down, had to see how it was going to end.
February 1, 2026
4 stars watching them heal together made it such a beautiful story
March 8, 2024
The story is once again interesting but lacks editing and research. This could have been a 4 star read with a little more effort.
May 30, 2023
This was sweet and set at a great pace. I think I like it more than the first 1
August 12, 2024
This sequel had potential but missed the mark for me. From the start you somehow know the hero is in love with the heroine, leaving little room for romantic tension. The plot quickly turns into a steamy overload, with way too much focus on sex scenes. I much preferred the first book, which had a better balance. Despite these, I powered through and found enough enjoyment to finish it. If you loved the first one, give it a shot, but keep your expectations in check!
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