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Heart-pounding romance and thrilling action meet deep world-building in Blade & Rose, a sexy and addictive romantic epic fantasy perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas’s Throne of Glass and Danielle L. Jensen’s The Bridge Kingdom.

She’s bound to a monster. He’s bound to his oaths. Their bonds will break. And so will they…

An elemental mage who just wants her freedom, twenty-two-year-old Rielle is driven by one inevitability: she will destroy the impending arranged marriage to her cruel werewolf fiancé. Then she can happily spend her life independently, working as a mage on missions.

If she can keep her position with the mages, her betrothal will soon end. Her master offers her that freedom on one condition: she must take on a mission as a bodyguard escorting an enemy across the kingdom. If she succeeds, her freedom is secure. But if she doesn’t…

Hunted by infamous mages and deadly assassins, Rielle uncovers mysteries about civil war, the kingdom, and the enemy she’s protecting—an oath-bound knight as hostile as he is handsome. As their fiery hostility burns to smoldering passion, her past returns to haunt her, threatening her mission… and to tear them apart…

Between heartbreaking betrayals, forbidden love, and all-consuming war, can Rielle fulfill her mission or will it consume everything she loves?

Welcome to the medieval world of Blade and Rose, sensual and dark, full of magic and greed, love and blades, where factions vie for influence and there are no easy choices…

★★★★★ "I AM SO GLAD I READ THIS BOOK... This series is in my top five, along with Throne of Glass, Roar, ACOTAR, and Emperor's Edge." - Amazon Reviewer

★★★★★ "Wow! I mean really Wow! The first book of the Blade and Rose Series by Miranda Honfleur has everything a Game of Thrones fan and fantasy fan could want. There are Kings and politics, mages and conspiracies within consultancies for everyone who has read George Martin's Game of Thrones. But there are also werewolves, magicians, pirates and finally a Quest to save a kingdom for all of hungry for magical fantasy. Miranda also satisfied my taste for romance and the never ending question "Can true, fated love really conquer all?" I couldn't put this book down." - Amazon reviewer

★★★★★ "Blade & Rose is an epic romantic fantasy. It's the kind of story in which the author doesn't mind allowing her readers to suffer so that she can bring forth a great story with depth and passion, a story that will stay with you." - Amazon Reviewer

★★★★★ "Honfleur’s writing is complex, vivid and imaginative. It reveals the mysteries in the most satisfying manner and mixes in some epic romance and some passionate scenes... the characters are complex, relatable and feel so real. This universe she created feels so cohesive. I am honestly so impressed with these books. My new favorites!" - Amazon Reviewer
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"...[M]ultiple threads of a complex plot, forbidden romance, manipulative villains, and marvelous writing." - Fantasy-Faction.com

"Miranda Honfleur is extremely talented, you can tell it from her wonderful, eloquent descriptions, and all the effort she made to create a such an expanded and intricate world. The Mages, the Paladins, the ancient creatures, the noble houses, Miranda spread her wings wide and added so many aspects to her story, and she put them together in a way they fitted perfectly, like pieces of a puzzle. The werewolf lore, the power games, the medieval setting, the scheming and politics, the intense and various battle sequences, the vital part of magic and of Rielle's past, they co-existed harmonically and captured your interest and attention with a strong, magical grip." - Booknest.eu

"The magic system was interesting, the plot was layered and complex, and the writing was wonderful. If there were some flaws in the book, they were easily overlooked in favor of the interesting, character-driven plot. This is a solid start to a series that will likely find plenty of fans amongst those who enjoy romantic fantasy." - Bookworm Blues

"An unmissable and enchanting saga of intrigue and romance upon a milieu of anarchic turmoil. Powerful, captivating characters in tangled romances as real as our own bare their souls and past misdeeds, weaving repentance and deceit that make for an unpredictable, page-turning epic." - Meg Cowley, USA Today bestselling author of the Books of Caledan series

"A beautifully written romantic fantasy of epic proportions! A must read for fans who love to immerse themselves in a fierce world of knights, elemental magic, and heartbreaking romance. I loved this book and can't wait to see what the rest of this amazing series holds!" - Karen Tomlinson, USA Today bestselling author of the Goddess and the Guardians series

"Honfleur has elevated romantic fantasy to new heights in Blade & Rose. I was sucked in from the first page and she did not let go--every chapter offered something new and exciting. This is truly excellent fiction." - Emerald Dodge, USA Today bestselling author of the Battlecry series

"Blade & Rose is romantic fantasy at its finest. With fierce, loyal, and deliciously conflicted characters, intricate world building, and the twists and turns of a wonderfully complex plot, it leaves you guessing, breathless, and reaching for the next novel in this lushly imagined series. Miranda Honfleur is an immensely talented author and a sure bet for romantic fantasy fans!" - Monica Enderle Pierce, author of the Militess & Mage series

"Prepare to be swept away by an epic tale of love old and new, with plenty of magic, intrigue, action, and romance to keep you reading long into the night." - Catharine Glen, author of The Rose Crown

"Magic, action, and sizzling romance--Blade & Rose has truly set the bar for romantic epic fantasy in a deliciously intriguing package. And it packs all of that with a satisfying emotional punch that propels you right through this gripping series. I stayed up far too late discovering the gut-wrenching twists and turns of Rielle's story--I bet you will, too." - Clare Sager, author of A Thief & a Gentlewoman
"A stirring epic tale of love, honor, and magic. Breathtakingly romantic, with unforgettable characters." - Kyra Halland, author of the Daughter of the Wildlings series

"I love Rielle, her talents as an elemental mage and her kick-ass approach to life in the face of daunting challenges and devastatingly hard to make decisions. The supporting cast is also excellent, with all of the key characters being layered and having unique voices. Add that to excellent world building and an exciting and well-written plot. The result is a definite winner. Highly recommended." - The Mysterious Amazon Customer, Top Contributor: Fantasy Books, Top 1000 Reviewer

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THE BLADE AND ROSE SERIES
1. Blade & Rose2. By Dark Deeds3. Court of Shadows4. Queen of the Shining Sea5. The Dragon King (April 2020)6. Immortelle (Fall 2020)+ "Winter Wren" (A Blade and Rose Short Story) - available for free via mirandahonfleur.com
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Miranda Honfleur Author; Illustrated edition (October 7, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 556 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0999485415
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0999485415
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.05 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1.4 x 9 inches
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Miranda Honfleur is a born-and-raised Chicagoan living in Indianapolis. She grew up on fantasy and science-fiction novels, spending nearly as much time in Valdemar, Pern, Tortall, Narnia, and Middle Earth as in reality.

 

In another life, her J.D. and M.B.A. were meant to serve a career in law, but now she gets to live her dream job: writing speculative fiction starring fierce heroines and daring heroes who make difficult choices along their adventures and intrigues, all with a generous (over)dose of romance.

When she’s not snarking, writing, or reading her Kindle, she hangs out and watches Netflix with her husband, gets constantly tackled by her dogs Gizmo and Luna, and plays board games with her friends.

Her next book release is the fifth volume in the romantic epic fantasy Blade and Rose series, THE DRAGON KING, slated for release (barring any further apocalyptic events and meteors) in Q3 2021.

Blade and Rose, a romantic epic fantasy series (ongoing), includes:

1. Blade & Rose

2. By Dark Deeds

3. Court of Shadows

4. Queen of the Shining Sea

5. The Dragon King - forthcoming

6. Immortelle - forthcoming

+ Winter Wren (A Blade and Rose novelette) - available for free via www.mirandahonfleur.com

The Dark-Elves of Nightbloom, a series of fantasy romance standalones (ongoing), includes:

1. No Man Can Tame

2. Bright of the Moon

3. An Ember in the Dark (forthcoming)

4. Crown to Ashes (forthcoming)

Demon Dropout, an urban fantasy series (ongoing), serialized on Kindle Vella and Patreon every Thursday, includes:

1. Slay Date

The Witch of the Lake, a mythic dark young-adult fantasy series (completed) with Nicolette Andrews, includes:

1. Feast of the Mother

2. Fate of the Demon

3. Fall of the Reaper

For a sneak peek at Miranda's other upcoming projects, cover reveals, and more, sign up for her newsletter at www.mirandahonfleur.com.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Romance, Mages, Paladins, Politics
Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2023
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Fun characters, lots of drama and action. Well written and paced-- I enjoyed this book a lot more than I expected too. We have a love triangle, a powerful female lead with an actual confidence and intelligence, and a typical fantasy world. Excited to read the next one!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Great Story, Just Looooong
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This was a really good story. Very well written, definitely in the Epic Fantasy class of fiction. Great romance with plenty of confused emotions, betrayal, lust, manipulation, and all the things that make you feel for the characters strongly. I loved all the characters... all of them... perhaps especially the most despicable of them. I think that particular one is going to manage to redeem himself... I suspect, but this is yet unproven.

Here's the thing, this is my only critique, and the only reason this isn't five stars (for me personally, others won't find this to be a draw back), it could have been a solid 200 pages shorter... at least. Possibly more. It's very wordy, and very, very descriptive, down to rather minute details. And, we relive the same two or three memories through the eyes of different characters multiple times... like 3-4 times at least for each memory.

I'm pretty sure I remember their memories better than they do at this point. Now that wouldn't bother me, except that the reiterations of those events doesn't actually shed any extra light on what happened. It's just another retelling that doesn't actually further the story, and so it's just kind of superfluous to me. I feel like if we're going to go through the same portion of story multiple times it should add something to what we already know and expand our understanding, but that doesn't really happen. They all pretty much feel the same way about past events... they sucked... bad.

On the flip side, these characters are very well developed. You leave this story with an intense interest in their well being and their individual story arc, as well as collective. I'm committed to the story at this point! I really want to see how things continue to develop among them all, see who can redeem themselves, or if others may fall from grace. Although the story primarily centers on Rielle, I don't feel like the story is really just about her, which is something that truly marks Epic Fantasy. Its a beautifully woven tapestry of story.

Another boon to a wordy author- she uses unusual vocabulary! I love unusual vocabulary. Most of it I know, but I admit to needing to use my dictionary a couple times, and that always makes me happy.

Also, our author has a very clear picture of her setting and how her characters move through it. This means you really find yourself along for the ride, able feel the story in all five senses, as it were.

I'm definitely interested in what happens next, however I'm not ready to commit another 700 pages just yet. So, I'll break for a bit before I jump in again. Honestly, it was just a lot more descriptive than I need, myself. I like dialogue and action, and a more fast paced story. This has a lot of intrigue, and some beguiling mystery, but too much description for my taste. Nonetheless, it's an excellent book, and a five star one for those who love all the details.

I also listened to this one on Audible, and the narration was really good. If you decide to go that route, it definitely worth the purchase. I will certainly listen to this more than once.
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5.0 out of 5 stars One she also hopes will lead her to her best friend and fellow mage
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2017
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From the moment I began “Blade & Rose”, I realized I was being transported into a vibrant, marvelous world of magic, mystery and intrigue, told through the lens of the deeply relate-able, strong and engaging main character, Rielle, and I never looked back.

The first in its series, “Blade & Rose” follows Rielle, a mage who practices magic, as she’s assigned to accompany Jon, a paladin – a religious warrior – on a harrowing journey. One she also hopes will lead her to her best friend and fellow mage, who’s strangely gone missing. But even as sparks fly and their understanding of each other deepens, both Jon and Rielle slowly discover that unforeseen complications that lie in their path can also exist between each other. They both have secrets, one of whom is the ever-lurking, menacing, captivating presence of Rielle’s betrothed, the werewolf, Brennan. Throughout the trek, countless dangers stand in their way, threatening not only their lives, but the safety and security of the entire kingdom.

With a brilliant plot line and rich, exciting characters, and a very touching, beautiful, sensual, passionate and honest love story that speaks to the truth of what it means to find one’s soulmate, I never wanted “Blade & Rose” to end. I cannot wait for book two!!!

If you’re a fan of “Game of Thrones”, “Black Jewels”, or “Lord of the Rings”, I wholeheartedly recommend this story, one which readers of adult fantasy -- or brilliant storytelling in general -- will love.
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5.0 out of 5 stars This is THE book for adult fantasy lovers ready for a strong heroine. Rielle is amazing!
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2017
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This book grabbed me in all the feels and didn't let go.

The characters are done exceptionally well, and they are reason enough for all 5 stars. Each POV is unique, consistent, and engaging. That can't be said enough. I wanted every character to succeed in some way, which just ups the tension, even more, when some of their interests conflict. The relationships between the characters are deep and detailed. The best part is the main female character, Rielle. She is ACTUALLY leading. No damsel in distress, she's a strong, smart, and reliable mage all on her own. She has flaws, but it makes her relatable. You cheer her on from start to finish.

The plot is well-developed and hooks you hard. Death, magic, sword fights--it's never dull. I don't want to give out spoilers, but there are pitfalls around every corner. No page is easy for any character, and it kept me turning just to see what they'd do to resolve it. And whatever they come across, they deal with it in their own ways. The main plot is solved by the end, tying up loose ends and answering questions. And then, it makes a promise that the next book will be just as exciting and tense. I've read so many fantasy books for both adults and young adults, and this one kept surprising me.

Can't wait for the next book!
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Thom G.
5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating! More Passion than Game of Thrones.
Reviewed in Canada on June 22, 2021
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Lonely Rielle, a talented young mage embarks upon yet another dangerous mission. Her capture of a frustratingly bold Paladin, Jon, is just the beginning. She is sent on a journey with this fierce and reluctant warrior-priest to protect him with her magic. Along the way, she may learn more than she ever expected. Perhaps more than she wants to know. But, facing danger may not be as hard as facing her past. Or her future.

Miranda Honfleur casts a spell on her readers with a profound tale of passion, deception and secrets that brings us to the edge of our seats. And she holds nothing back. Brutal combat and shocking passions are unleashed with abandon. I truly enjoyed her rich characters and tense drama (whether on the battlefield or within the bed-chambers). The wonderful prose, colorful settings and invigorating choice of words and phraseology helps bring her imaginary world to life. I was swept along, enjoying the classical friction between all of her characters.

The fate of all Emaurria is at stake with danger at every turn. Rielle knows what it feels like to lose everything and that feeling has returned. Can she overcome her own fears and complete her quest. Or will all that she knows and loves be utterly destroyed. This exquisitely written tale will hold you spellbound and leave you desperate for more.
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Reviewed in Germany on October 31, 2023
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Loved every word of this fantasy novel. I could not put it aside. Wonderful characters I fell in love with. A story wirh unexpected turns. The creation of a world which enchants.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Smart, fast-paced romantic fantasy
Reviewed in the Netherlands on August 16, 2023
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This book is a well-written, fun, fantasy Romance with changing tropes. MC is a capable woman, but not all mighty, she has her strengths and weaknesses. I am enjoying the second book right now and already purchased the third. This series deserves more readers and attention.
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Marine
5.0 out of 5 stars une histoire fantastique que je recommande à tous ceux qui aiment la fantaisie
Reviewed in France on May 1, 2023
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J’ai découvert cette série il y a maintenant 2 ans et j’avais alors dévoré les 4 tomes en moins d’une semaine.
Miranda H nous fait un très beau cadeau avec cette saga : une héroïne badass à qui on peut s’identifier car elle n’est pas « parfaite », des protagonistes complexes qu’on ne peut pas simplement classer dans une case gentil/méchant , une histoire d’amour haletante qui n’est pas aussi plan plan qu’un compte de fée. Bref., si vous voulez découvrir une des meilleurs saga de fantaisie lisez Blade & Rose les yeux fermés.
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5.0 out of 5 stars ADD TO UR TBR, U WONT REGERT IT!!
Reviewed in India on July 17, 2021
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Loved it!!
Plot ☑️
Romance☑️
Fantasy/Adventure ☑️
Fiesty heroin ☑️☑️
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Did i say - Romance ☑️ ☑️
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