"The Archer's Resolve: Shadows of the Netherlands" is an enthralling tale that follows the journey of Finley, a young boy whose parents were tragically murdered when he was just two years old. Set in the year 862 in the Netherlands, Finley's deep-rooted desire for justice and purpose drives him to become an archer for the royal secret service. However, he faces numerous challenges as he strives to convince them of his worthiness. Guided by his mentor, Jeremy, a renowned and enigmatic figure, Finley undergoes rigorous training, embarks on perilous quests, and must confront the shadows that threaten to consume him. Filled with intricate details, captivating dialogue, and a vivid world, this first-person narrative delves into Finley's relentless pursuit to honor his parents' memory, all while navigating a world of danger, espionage, and self-discovery. Will Finley's arrows hit their mark and carve his path as a hero, or will the shadows prove too daunting to overcome?
Just when she's decided to leave the Town, Lady Cressida Belverst is forced to marry Lord Calan Haverston, the man who coincidentally knows a way out. Agreeing to marry for all the wrong reasons, can Cressida and Calan find out where their hearts truly belong?
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It is impossible to leave the Town, but one woman is determined to escape with the help of her betrothed.
Lady Cressida Belverst has always been judged as a walking scandal. Oh, how she tries (on some rare occasions) to be proper! When her parents arrange for her to marry a rich lord, Cressida has had enough. She has to leave the Town because she will not be forced to live with a man she doesn't love. But what happens if the very man she's betrothed to is the only one who can help her get out?
Calan Haverston, the Lord of Easton, takes the risk and helps his betrothed by using his knowledge of the Town's secrets because he is as willing as she to stay free of marriage for reasons completely different. He has dark secrets he cannot share with her, and his life is not one he can likewise open to anyone. But what happens when she leaves after awakening desires he thought he has under control? And what happens when he finds himself longing for her?
Cressida goes to a completely different place, one she has only heard in stories and read in books, with hopes of finding what her heart has always longed for. But love, mystery and secrets will chase her and it will only be a matter of time before she realizes what her heart truly desires.
*This story is a standalone title in the Haverston Family series.