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Their Castilian Orphan (The Castilian Saga Book 4) Kindle Edition

by Anna Belfrage (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 75 ratings
It is 1294 and Eustace de Lamont is back in England after five years in exile. He will stop at nothing to ruin Robert FitzStephan and his wife, Noor d’Outremer.

Robert’s half brother, Eustace de Lamont, has not mellowed during his absence. He is more ruthless than ever, and this time he targets Robert’s and Noor’s foster son, Lionel.

Lionel is serving King Edward as a page when Eustace appears at court. Not only does Lionel become the horrified witness to Eustace’s violent streak, Eustace also starts voicing his suspicions about Lionel’s parentage. The truth about Lionel’s heritage is explosive—should King Edward find out, all would be lost for Robert and Noor.

In October of 1294, Wales rises in rebellion. Robert must leave his family unprotected to fight the Welsh rebels on the king’s behalf, comforted only by the fact that Eustace too is called to fight.

Except that Eustace has no intention of allowing his duty to his king—or a mere rebellion—come between him and his desire to destroy Robert FitzStephan . . .
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    The Castilian Saga
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    412 pages
  3. Language
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  4. Publication date
    March 22, 2024
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CW1L5SZ3
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Timelight Press; 1st edition (March 22, 2024)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 22, 2024
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 5.3 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 412 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 9198829874
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 75 ratings

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Anna Belfrage

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Had Anna been allowed to choose, she'd have become a professional time-traveller. No luck there, so instead she became a financial professional with two absorbing interests; history and writing. These days, Anna combines an exciting day-job with a large family and her writing endeavours. Plus she always finds the time to try out new recipes, chase down obscure rose bushes and initiate a home renovation scheme or two.

Anna has authored the acclaimed time travelling series The Graham Saga , set in 17th century Scotland and Maryland, as well as the equally acclaimed medieval series The King’s Greatest Enemy.

Anna has also published The Wanderer, a fast-paced contemporary romantic suspense trilogy with paranormal and time-slip ingredients. Her September 2020 release, His Castilian Hawk is a story of loyalty and love set against the complications of Edward I’s invasion of Wales in the late 13th century.

Her most recent release, The Whirlpools of Time , is a time travel romance set against the backdrop of brewing rebellion in the Scottish highlands.

All of Anna’s books have been awarded the IndieBRAG Medallion, she has several Historical Novel Society Editor’s Choices, and one of her books won the HNS Indie Award in 2015. She is also the proud recipient of several Reader’s Favorite medals as well as having won various Gold, Silver and Bronze Coffee Pot Book Club awards.

If you want to know more about Anna, why not visit her website, https://www.annabelfrage.com

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  • CS
    5.0 out of 5 stars Nobody does it better...
    Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2024
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    Ms. Belfrage does it again! She drags you down – willingly, of course – into the past and immerses you. She is a master at it: from the places and time, sights and sounds, the reader is there. Her historical research is impeccable and her characters – both the fictional (especially Robert, Noor, and Lionel) and the actual historical figures – have compelling stories to tell.

    The fictional characters’ story arcs are woven perfectly through the events of the time, in this case in late 13th century England when Edward I is on the throne and faces war on two fronts: in France and in Wales.

    Whether you know the history of the era or not, and even if you haven’t read the earlier books in the series (as this is book 4), Ms. Belfrage knows when to insert just enough backstory to bring you up to speed.

    If you like books filled with tension, a sense of danger, and intrigue, you’ll enjoy this as much as I did.

    Nobody does it better. Thank you for another great read, Ms. Belfrage!
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  • lauren
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2024
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    Another great addition to this series! Though, the ending was sad and shocking. I hope this isn't the last book in the series because I want to know what happens to their children
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  • L D Tanner
    5.0 out of 5 stars Compelling Addition to The Castilian Sage
    Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2024
    The epic tale of Robert FitzStephan and his wife, Noor d’Outremer, continues in "Their Castilian Orphan" (Book 4 The Castilian Saga), set in 13th Century Medieval England during the reign of King Edward I. When the book begins in 1294, the couple is happily married with three children and a foster son named Lionel, but Noor nearly dies giving birth to a baby daughter. Dark clouds of political turmoil portend the upheaval of their family harmony. The Welsh are secretly uniting to rebel and King Philippe IV of France is outmaneuvering King Edward to relinquish Gascony. The exiled Eustace de Lamont has returned to court to destroy the family of his half brother, Robert.

    Unbeknownst to the twelve-year-old Lionel, serving as a page to King Edward, he is the youngest son of a Welsh prince brutally slain in the last rebellion. Noor saved him as a babe but disguised his identity as the orphan of an unknown Castilian knight. With rebellion brewing in Wales, the discovery of Lionel's true identity could have deadly consequences for him and his foster family. While serving the king, Lionel experiences Eustace's cruelty firsthand and tries to steer clear of him. The political situation reaches a crisis when King Edward gathers an army to regain Gascony, but the Welsh take advantage of his distraction and besiege some English cities. Lionel accompanies King Edward as he turns his forces on the Welsh rebels, with Robert fighting as his commander. The story culminates in a heart-wrenching climax leaving you in tears.

    Author Anna Belfrage seamlessly weaves the backstory of the previous three books to focus the story on Lionel, the Castilian orphan. Once I grasped how the cast of characters were related to each other, I was drawn into the epic tale full of romance, political intrigue, and betrayal. The sensory descriptions capture the essence of the Medieval era and reflect the author's impeccable research. Battles and conflicts are riveting but not overly graphic with violence. The sexual scenes are explicit but tastefully done, which will appeal to romance readers. The theme of familial love and loyalty bringing hope beyond tragedy will long resonate in your mind after you finish the book.

    The epic tale is character-driven and full of romance between Robert and Noor and their shared love for their family. By the end of the story, I was fully invested in the cast of characters and cared about what happened to each. The complex relationship between King Edward and Lionel was particularly poignant, wavering between loyalty and distrust. Lionel cared for Edward when he was most vulnerable, suffering from gout. The boy ultimately wins the king's trust but at times bears the brunt of his explosive wrath. Although most of the characters are well-developed, I found Eustace to be more of a one-dimensional villain who did not come across as a cunning and worthy opponent.

    For those who have read the previous books in The Castilian Saga, you will find "Their Castilian Orphan" a compelling addition to the series.
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  • NWReadingMaven
    5.0 out of 5 stars A totally immersive journey into the past
    Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2024
    Anna Belfrage is a master of historical fiction. I've read every book in The Castilian Saga, and each one transports me into a beautifully imagined medieval world. Their Castilian Orphan is a delectably satisfying addition to the series. The enduring love between Noor and Robert is gorgeously drawn, and each supporting character comes to vivid life as the action unfolds. I love the way the author skillfully weaves historical details and authentic dialogue throughout the story. These characters are fully three-dimensional. They always strike me as real, relatable people navigating a treacherous and sometimes joyous medieval world, with lots of satisfying humor, love, and drama along the way. Highly recommended.
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  • Terry
    5.0 out of 5 stars An Excellent Ending to an Engaging Historical Fiction series
    Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2024
    Wow what an amazing end to a spell binding series. I am sorry to not be able to spend more time with Noor and Robert. Anna had me in tears in a few chapters of this book. I could not put this one down. I highly recommend this series to anyone who enjoys historical fiction!
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  • HF Reader
    5.0 out of 5 stars A pitch-perfect tale of love and loss
    Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2024
    A haunting and poignant elegy to war, and those left behind, worthy of its Welsh heritage, Their Castilian Orphan is one of the most memorable novels I have read recently. Anna Belfrage is a favourite historical author; her narrative voice and powerful research combine for an immersive, melodic reading experience.

    Their Castilian Orphan is a pitch-perfect tale of relationships and love and emotional, heart-wrenching loss. And yet, even with an ending that was inevitably destined, the tragedy brings forth hope, promising that life can be lived beyond sorrow. I have had the pleasure of reading the entire medieval Castilian Saga, and Noor, Robert and their world have become utterly real to me. For those seeking a conclusion, this is the only way this saga could have ended. For those coming to Ms Belfrage’s writing for the first time, there is no way they cannot read the preceding novels. Highly recommend.
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  • norm pfaff
    1.0 out of 5 stars There are so many parts of the book to love
    Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2024
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    The characters are a big part of the charm and the other is the wonderful ways the settings of the story are described. As a reader you feel like you are there, not just an observer.
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  • David Baird
    5.0 out of 5 stars Belfrage knows how to give you the perfectly rounded tale.. packed with a bang
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 4, 2024
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    When I was offered the chance to read Their Castilian Orphan I thought I’d give it go.. I love the authors work so why not…but being book 4 in the series would I be missing anything? I’ve not read the rest of the series and jumping in this late always worries me…

    I need not have worried though. Belfrage is one of those authors who really understands flow and detail which effortlessly allowed me to feel at home, rather than an imposter in the tale.

    The first thing that really hit me was the raw emotion.. from the outset the tale is hard hitting.. Although I didn’t really know the characters yet I quickly started to warm to them and the events that took place.

    I quickly learned about Lionel a foster child of Robert FitzStephan, a knight, and his wife, Noor d’Outremer. To many Lionel is simply and orphan.. but little do they know Lionel is actually an heir in his own right.. an heir of a former leader of the Welsh uprising.

    I must admit I did get sidetracked here as I love a good uprising but the author keeps you focused well on the current events.

    Lionel is now serving the King Edward and he’s earned some respect from the man.. he likes Lionel but with this favouritism comes the downsides.. not everyone looks at Lionel like the King does, some are quite jealous too.

    Robert’s half-brother, Eustace is one who sets his sights on doing everything he can to bring his brother down..and one way he can do that is through Lionel.

    When the worst happens and war looms tensions rise..and there’s a real chance friends could end up on opposite sides of the conflict.

    There’s clearly friendships that have formed over the years and while I’m late to the party the emotion and pure connection is there..

    So my go to for reviews is to talk about character development and for this one it’s even more important since I’ve come to the series late.. do I fell like I’ve missed anything?? Yeah…of course but the flow and development is so on-point if anything it just makes me want to read the rest of the books…I want to see the connections grow… did it diminish the tale… not one bit.. I quickly got to grips with the setting and the events. I guess just knowing the authors work I can tell just how good the rest of the series must be!

    Now one topic if you read my reviews is my aversion to romance.. it’s not like I don’t want it in a book.. I just want the romance to flow natural, to understand the connections and emotion behind the romance. Being a fan of the author I already knew I was going to appreciate the romance when it was included and I couldn’t have be more correct. The emotion added with those scenes really helped me see how intertwined Robert and Noor are.. and their love for Lionel. Im a self confessed action fan… fight fight fight.. so It’s the level of thought in these sections that really adds the depth I need as a reader to enjoy it.

    Oh, and for the fans of the actions like me there’s plenty to get to grips with but what Belfrage gets spot on is mirroring the fierceness of battle with the honest brutal emotions we go through in life..The same passion pours off the page during the battles as it does with the romantic scenes and it just gives it a wonderful balance.

    Belfrage knows how to give you the perfectly rounded tale but it’s a roller-coaster with your emotions high from the first page to last.
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  • cb
    5.0 out of 5 stars A bittersweet end to a series
    Reviewed in Canada on August 11, 2024
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    There is no better way to overcome a reading funk than diving into one of Anna Belfrage's novels, and Their Castilian Orphan did just that for me. From the first chapter, I was pulled into Robert and Noor's world amidst danger and heightened Welsh unrest. I've come to love these people over the past three books, and this is the final instalment of the series. It was bittersweet to reach the end, but what a ride.
    Robert's half-brother Eustace, and maddeningly uber evil villain, has returned from exile. The king trusts in his good conduct, but Robert knows better and can't manage to convince the king of the danger he and his family face with Eustace running loose. Now, Eustace is sniffing around Robert and Noor's foster son, Lionel, and he's determined to uncover the truth of his parentage, the secret that the couple has carefully kept, that Lionel is a Welsh princeling and the last of his line (that the king exterminated).
    I've been worried about Lionel since Noor took the foundling in her arms and hid him from Edward I. That Eustace would uncover the truth kept me burning through the pages. No spoilers, but Belfrage delivered an emotional but satisfying ending. The characters were fully fleshed, and because we've followed them over four books, they have become old friends and family. The depth of the author's historical knowledge allows the reader to fully immerse in the medieval world and is the perfect escape to the past. My only complaint is that the series has now ended.
    Highly recommended for readers with/without a reading funk, and for historical readers looking for a gripping page turner.
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