Review: Heart of Vengeance Review
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 11 29, 2013
The second book in the Jewels of Tomorrow is an awesome blend of history, legends, and romance.It is 1197, Kind Richard, the Lionhearted, is fighting France, Prince John is conniving his own plots, and Stephen, Count of Dinan, once Richard’s trusted knight and friend, has mysteriously become an outcast and is Known as the Black Baron.  Helena of York is in disguise to find her father’s killer. Should she be discovered, she will be executed and when Stephen is drawn into Helena’s web of deceit, the two become tangled in web of intrigue that threatens the Throne of England.The author brings this fantastic story to life with vivid descriptions, well written scenes and wonderful compelling characters.  The plot flows smoothly from one scene to the next with lots of suspense to keep the reader engaged from beginning to end.  The motivations of each of the strong, vibrant characters are clear which makes it easy for the reader to relate to them.The romance between Helena and Stephen progresses at a steady believable pace with lots of intrigue and chemistry to spice it up.  They try to fight their attraction, each for their own personal reasons, but find it to be impossible.  The author conveys the emotions involved with an intensity that draws the reader into the story and has them empathizing with both of their plights.This book is an intriguing mix of history and myth combined with mystery and romance to make this a very enjoyable read.  Tracy Cooper-Posey continues to enthrall her readers with wonderfully written stories with her attention to detail and exceptional imagination.