BOLD CONQUEST MM

I didn't think this book was one of Henley's best, but it was very enjoyable. I couldn't put it down because I kept wondering want would happen next. It was a very intricate story, however the ending was flat. It should have been better considering the complexity of the story. Lillyth is a Saxon and Guy is a Norman conqueror. Of course, he invades her home and he takes Lillyth as "his." Apparantly, everyone wanted her, but since he was the leader, he got her. She is a widow of only one day, but her evil husband shows up "not-dead" and all kinds of horrible things happen (I won't give it away, but the bedroom scene should have been longer, but I'm proud that she defended herself. Guy and Lillyth fall in love and she wants to get married, but unfortunately, he is already married. He then proceeds to lie to her and "marry" her in a fake ceremony. And this is only the first half of the book! There is alot of action and I really enjoyed it.

This book really keeps you on your toes. You can't skip a page or you will miss something. I read Bold Conquest while in high school and have remembered it ever since. There was an earlier 80's edition of this book. If you love old time romance, mixed with new adventures you'll love Bold Conquest.

Great story line with characters that come to life! This book is a must read!