Werelord Thal: A Renaissance Werewolf Tale
Werewolves in the Renaissance, no. 1
Publisher Description
Thal boldly walks the streets of 16th century Prague. Jesuits hunt him. Mercenaries fear him. Musicians sing his praise, and women are captivated by his alpha swagger.
Born of a witch and a sorcerer, he is summoned when his desperate mother casts the werewolf spell before facing torture and execution. Burdened with her magical call for vengeance Thal seeks the men that killed her. His hunt is complicated when the Magistrate’s stepdaughter Altea Kardas crosses his path. Horrified that her community is burning women to death, she can confide her doubt and fear only to Thal.
He desires her greatly but knows he will bring ruin upon her. Across Bohemia and beyond people who are different are labeled heretics in a restless world hobbled by tyrannical ignorance. The Renaissance has thrown the Holy Roman Empire into turmoil. Printed books are spreading radical ideas. Firearms are triggering a new age of warfare. And the human spirit is shaking off obedience.
Thal embodies the ancient magic of the pagan past. He challenges a world conquered by a spiritual system that denies the flesh and forgets the Earth. And he awakens within Altea recognition of these truths. She believes any risk is worth loving him until she becomes the bait in a trap set by Thal’s enemies.
Customer Reviews
Werelord
It's nice to find a hidden gem. I usually run quickly from any novel labeled "historical", but this book isn't full of Pride & Prejudice type wording. It's a compelling story & will be liked by all fans of paranormal. There are villains, heroes & a great romance. Of course werewolves too. What's not to like? ;-)
Great adventure
Lots of action throughout the book. The love story between Thal and Altea was good although it was a bit short. I hope to see their relationship grow in book two.
Excellent Story
The story never once got boring. I read it in a day. Definitely a great read...