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This is a classic from 1965 that all historical romance fans should read. Set in 1147, it is intricately detailed, starkly realistic and historically accurate, reflecting great research. So much so it's like watching a movie in your mind. It's the story of Leah, daughter of the Earl of Pembroke and Cain, Lord Radmor, a Welsh marcher lord who, by heritage, was more Welsh than English. Though Cain was sworn to King Stephen, Cain recognized the country was ill served by the weak monarch. The tale begins as the country's noblemen are all plotting to enhance their own coffers with the news that Henry of Anjou, Maud's son, may be coming to England to take the throne. Henry is only 16, but already looks more the ruler than Stephen.

Cain is a scarred man, both inside and out, who didn't want to marry but did so at the urging of his father to make an heir. What he got in the bargain with the scheming Earl of Pembroke were rich lands and a 15-year-old beauty (though he doesn't see her as such initially), who is amazingly giving and wise beyond her years. Cain is just possibly the most selfish, sometimes brutal, cad ever to grace a romance novel, whereas Leah is so good it's hard to believe. Beaten by her father and isolated to the women's quarters, intelligent Leah has few expectations for a husband. She is pleased when it seems Cain isn't as cruel as her father, the earl. Leah's father hates the Radmors but consented to the marriage in order to gain the Radmor lands by assuring the death of both father and son; his ambition is to become the ruler of Wales. But the earl's attempts to take Cain's life keep coming to naught as Cain outwits him, all the while straddling the fence between his oath to Stephen and his reason telling him Henry is better for England.

It is hard to believe that years before Kathleen Woodiwiss' THE FLAME AND THE FLOWER, a romance like BOND OF BLOOD was sitting on the shelf. In fact, this was not even Gellis' first historical romance; KNIGHT'S HONOR was published in 1964.

Take my word for it; this is not one to pass by. Intriguing, captivating and absorbing. If you're tired of the light offering of so much of modern historical romance, try this one. There's lots of the really good stuff here.


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Bond Of Blood Roberta Gellis 9780515082302 Books Reviews

Book was pretty beat up. Not the 'good' condition as said. But it's an old title so satisfied with it tho it was pricey.
This has history, love, excitement, wonderful characters! Roberta Gellis always has riveting stories! She makes history come alive. I love all her books.
Loved this book,one of my favorites
I read this as a teenager and then just recently. This story is one I have never forgotten over the years. It tells of a very young girl forced into marriage to a warrior with a foot deformity and the suggestion of "being the devil's spawn" and the superstitions of this time period. He is rough and harsh, but in the end, they have love and respect. A wonderful medieval romance.
I like the story. It is a bit of a bodice ripper (and the heroine is 16 with a 30yr old hero) and it can be filled with all kinds of political information. However, the romance was believable for its time and well written
My favorite Roberta Gellis book and I had no idea it was in a hard bound book. Love the book it is in super shape...I am thrilled.
Had read this book 30 years ago and am so glad to have re-discovered it now. Thank you!
This is a classic from 1965 that all historical romance fans should read. Set in 1147, it is intricately detailed, starkly realistic and historically accurate, reflecting great research. So much so it's like watching a movie in your mind. It's the story of Leah, daughter of the Earl of Pembroke and Cain, Lord Radmor, a Welsh marcher lord who, by heritage, was more Welsh than English. Though Cain was sworn to King Stephen, Cain recognized the country was ill served by the weak monarch. The tale begins as the country's noblemen are all plotting to enhance their own coffers with the news that Henry of Anjou, Maud's son, may be coming to England to take the throne. Henry is only 16, but already looks more the ruler than Stephen.

Cain is a scarred man, both inside and out, who didn't want to marry but did so at the urging of his father to make an heir. What he got in the bargain with the scheming Earl of Pembroke were rich lands and a 15-year-old beauty (though he doesn't see her as such initially), who is amazingly giving and wise beyond her years. Cain is just possibly the most selfish, sometimes brutal, cad ever to grace a romance novel, whereas Leah is so good it's hard to believe. Beaten by her father and isolated to the women's quarters, intelligent Leah has few expectations for a husband. She is pleased when it seems Cain isn't as cruel as her father, the earl. Leah's father hates the Radmors but consented to the marriage in order to gain the Radmor lands by assuring the death of both father and son; his ambition is to become the ruler of Wales. But the earl's attempts to take Cain's life keep coming to naught as Cain outwits him, all the while straddling the fence between his oath to Stephen and his reason telling him Henry is better for England.

It is hard to believe that years before Kathleen Woodiwiss' THE FLAME AND THE FLOWER, a romance like BOND OF BLOOD was sitting on the shelf. In fact, this was not even Gellis' first historical romance; KNIGHT'S HONOR was published in 1964.

Take my word for it; this is not one to pass by. Intriguing, captivating and absorbing. If you're tired of the light offering of so much of modern historical romance, try this one. There's lots of the really good stuff here.