“Kurtz has created a fascinating idealization of the Middle Ages and infused it with a kind of magic one can truly believe in.” —Fantasy Review

“An excellent read for fans of sword and sorcery . . . wonderful.” —Yet Another Book Review Site

“Great read. Action, characterization, and smooth storytelling combine for a real page-turner.”

—Yet Another Book Review Site

“[This gem is] a fast, fun read.”—Yet Another Book Review Site

“The revision of the original Deryni trilogy is a solid ending to a fine rewrite.”—Alternative Worlds

“Kurtz’s strengths lie in her patient accumulation of telling detail, well-articulated plots, and believable magics. Should bring the fans flocking and attract newcomers, too.”

—Kirkus Reviews

“Kurtz’s triumphant return to the magical medieval realm of Gwynedd . . . exciting and intriguing.”—SF Site

“The author remains just as polished and expert as ever . . . Kurtz, one of the founders of modern historical fantasy, after nearly thirty years continues to be one of its most accomplished practitioners.”—Publishers Weekly

“Ms. Kurtz creates compelling characters, a Byzantine plot, and magical wonder for a beguiling reading experience.”

—Romantic Times

“A good choice for most fantasy collections.”

—Library Journal

“This Deryni yarn should satisfy all the fans the series has accumulated during its thirty-year run.”—Booklist

“One of the happiest . . . books in this series.”—Locus

“Avid Deryni readers will rush to this book, and novices to the series will not be disappointed.”—VOYA

“A rich and romantic tale sure to please lovers of fantasy, romance, intrigue, and the Middle Ages.”—Realms of Fantasy

“Excellent book. Deryni fans, enjoy.”—Billings (MT) Gazette

“Kurtz is one of the best of those fantasy writers who use medieval-like settings for their novels, and this is one of her better books.”—Chronicle

“Kurtz’s fidelity to the customs and mores of medieval Europe gives a richness of detail to her alternate medieval world.”—Library Journal

“Exquisitely detailed . . . The scenes of daily life at court, plus the usual Church-versus-magic conflict, will keep fans turning the pages.”—Publishers Weekly

“A vital continuation to the saga.”—Booklist

“Katherine Kurtz still reigns as the queen of historical fantasies.”—Midwest Book Review

“The novel sparkles with Kurtz’s attention to detail . . . can be enjoyed by fans and newcomers alike.”

—Romantic Times (Top Pick)

“A subtle novel, relying on well-written characters and intrigue. That is not to say there is not action, but it stems out of the politics of nations and kings.”—Rambles.net

“Kurtz practically invented alternate-world fantasy with her tales of the magically gifted Deryni.”

—The Weekly Press (Philadelphia)

“Terrific medieval realism.”—Publishers Weekly

“Kurtz’s fans will celebrate this continuation of In the King’s Service.”—Booklist

“Interesting . . . a fascinating character.”

—Midwest Book Review

“Devoted fans of the Deryni will enjoy seeing this fleshedout version of the original trilogy’s backstory.”—SFRevu

“The author’s meticulous re-creation of a medieval world provides a sumptuous background for her characters’ struggles to remain true to their honor and to their beliefs.”

—Library Journal

“Fans of the series will appreciate . . . when the Deryni use their magic.”—Midwest Book Review