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Shields of Pride (Paperback)

by Elizabeth Chadwick (Author)
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  • Paperback: 368 pages
  • Publisher: Sphere (6 Dec 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0751540277
  • ISBN-13: 978-0751540277
  • Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.6 x 2.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 4,318 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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'The descriptions and details of 12th century England jump off the page and give it a here and now reality' - reader review on amazon.co.uk 'This book has a great period feel. The details, from the ditch running down the centre of the stables to the trouble getting a hauberk (essentially a metal pullover) off a wounded man, all contribute to the feeling of reality' - reader review from amazon.co.uk

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The story is strong, the characters very believable, and the mix of touching romance and full-blooded adventure is just right

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4.0 out of 5 stars Not the author's best, but still a good read, 1 Dec 2007
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Although in my opinion Chadwick's second best is heads and tails above most of the rest. One of Chadwick's earlier books, this is the story of mercenary Joscelin de Gael, the illegitimate son of a promient knight and Linnet de Montsorrel. Linnet's abusive husband dies in an accident and Joscelin is given the care of Linnet's holdings and young son, and marries her. The story then focuses on the after affects of the abuse Linnet suffered at the hands of her now dead husband and father in law, along with the constant plotting of Joscelin's treacherous half brother (the heir) and step mother.

As always with Chadwick's books, the way she brings the medieval period to life in such a graceful and effortless way, be it the sights, sounds, smells, food, clothes and battles is just awesome. I see that it's been revised by the author and republished in the UK and Canada. I would be interested in reading the new version and see if she has been able to improve upon the story to raise it to a five star quality as her more current books are.
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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Passion and Bloodshed in 12th Century England, 17 Jan 2007
By J. Chippindale (England) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Shields of Pride (Mass Market Paperback)
Much of Elizabeth Chadwick's research is carried out as a member of Regia Anglorum, this is an early medieval re-enactment society. This is her first novel. It would be fair to say that it is a historical romance, but I feel that it will be equally enjoyable by both men and women.

The year of our Lord 1173 and King Henry's latest attempts to crush his rebellious sons ignite bloody skirmishes throughout the land. Henry is becoming more and more frustrated and at every turn he is opposed by some of the most powerful men in the land.

But for one man Josceline de Gael, a mercenary, it is a time of triumph. Josceline is the bastard son of Henry's most trusted ally. A veritable ogre on the battlefield, de Gael is conquered by a woman, the lovely Linnet de Montsorrel. However their feelings for one another will be tested to the limit as the torments of jealousy, suspicion and pride and most importantly of all, an enemy from beyond the grave threaten to tear them apart.

Since writing this book, Elizabeth Chadwick has become a successful and much read author. Her writing style has dare I say it become much earthier and are all the better for it. Women still make up a large part of her writings and why not, they are just as interesting, if not more so than the men.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Shields of Pride is a Medieval Winner!, 21 Mar 2003
By Kimberly Gelderman (Spring Lake, MI USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Shields of Pride (Hardcover)
This is the story of Joscelin de Gael, illegitimate son of William de Rocher, known as Ironheart. Joscelin has not had an easy life. His brothers, knowing that they are the legitimate heirs of Ironheart, give him no end of trouble, and as if that is not enough, he must deal with a treacherous baron named Giles de Montsorrel. Giles mistreats the forthcoming love interest of Joscelin, Linnet de Montsorrel, however his character is short lived.

To Joscelin's surprise he becomes the guardian of Linnet and her young son Robert. Many twists and turns are in store for this unlikely couple but triumph is but a swordstroke away. This is set in the period of Henry II, although while he is away in France, the Justicar of England rules in his stead.

Joscelin, Ironheart, and Linnet all have secrets to hide which eventually come out in the most entertaining and dramatic of ways. This is an edge of your seat read that never fails to disappoint! The descriptions and details of 12th century England jump off the page and give it a here and now reality. I read and own the hardcover edition in large print (couldn't find it available in any other edition), which is out-of-print as I believe the paperback edition is...but find either one to read and you will not be sorry!

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