Court of Swans by Melanie Dickerson, Book Review

 

Book Summary:

Where there is wealth and power, there's always someone willing to do anything to take it.

England, 1381: Delia's idyllic life as daughter of an earl is shattered when her father dies and his wife accuses Delia's seven brothers of treason and murder. The youngest is only ten years old, but this doesn't stop the guards from hauling them off to the Tower of London. There they await a grim fate, as child-king Richard II is executing anyone who poses a threat to his throne. Delia is their only hope for pardon and freedom.

Sir Geoffrey did not expect his first assignment as captain of the guard to be the arrest of boys so young. He dutifully imprisons the brothers, but he can't ignore the sense, rooted in personal experience, that injustice and treachery are at work.

Determined to rescue her brothers, Delia secures a position as a seamstress for the queen. Her quest is all but impossible as the executions continue. Sir Geoffrey offers to be her ally, but should she trust him in a court where everyone has an agenda?

From New York Times bestselling author Melanie Dickerson comes a tender retelling of The Wild Swans, where the virtues of loyalty and love face a harrowing showdown with power and fear.

My Review:

Right away I was pulled into Delia and her life. Her stepmother was so mean and cold, I wanted to understand why. Her brothers were her protectors and friends, I loved their comradery and loyalty to each other. The action and suspense seemed to happen right away and I wasn't sure how things would end up. I admired Delia's courage and willingness to adapt to new situations.  This story definitely put in perspective the challenges of the time period of those with power and those without. If you like fairy tale retellings, Dickerson is definitely the go-to! 

Happy Reading!!!

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