Book Review & Giveaway: The Noble Servant by Melanie Dickerson, Book 3 of The Medieval Fairy Tale Novels
Title: The Noble ServantSeries: The Medieval Fairy Tale Novels, Book 3
Author: Melanie Dickerson
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Release Date: May 9, 2017
Genre: Historical Fiction / Fairy Tale Retelling
Genre: Historical Fiction / Fairy Tale Retelling
She lost everything to an evil conspiracy . . . but that loss may just give her all she ever wanted.
Since meeting Steffan, the Duke of Wolfberg, at Thornbeck Castle, Lady Magdalen has not been able to stop thinking about him. She knows—as a penniless lady with little to offer in terms of a dowry—she has no real hope of marrying such a highly titled man, so it comes as a great surprise when she receives a letter from him, asking for her hand in marriage.
But all is not what it seems at Wolfberg Castle. Steffan has been evicted by his scheming uncle, and his cousin has taken over the title of duke. Left for dead, Steffan is able to escape, and disguised as a shepherd, hopes to gain entry to the castle to claim the items that will prove he is the true Duke of Wolfberg.
Journeying to the castle, Magdalen has no idea what awaits her, but she certainly did not expect her loyal maidservant to turn on her. Forcing Magdalen to trade places with her, the servant plans to marry the duke and force Magdalen to tend the geese.
Without their respective titles—and the privileges that came with them—Steffan and Magdalen are reunited in the shepherd’s field. Together they conspire to get back their rightful titles. But they must hurry . . . or else they risk losing it all to the uncle’s evil plan.
Since meeting Steffan, the Duke of Wolfberg, at Thornbeck Castle, Lady Magdalen has not been able to stop thinking about him. She knows—as a penniless lady with little to offer in terms of a dowry—she has no real hope of marrying such a highly titled man, so it comes as a great surprise when she receives a letter from him, asking for her hand in marriage.
But all is not what it seems at Wolfberg Castle. Steffan has been evicted by his scheming uncle, and his cousin has taken over the title of duke. Left for dead, Steffan is able to escape, and disguised as a shepherd, hopes to gain entry to the castle to claim the items that will prove he is the true Duke of Wolfberg.
Journeying to the castle, Magdalen has no idea what awaits her, but she certainly did not expect her loyal maidservant to turn on her. Forcing Magdalen to trade places with her, the servant plans to marry the duke and force Magdalen to tend the geese.
Without their respective titles—and the privileges that came with them—Steffan and Magdalen are reunited in the shepherd’s field. Together they conspire to get back their rightful titles. But they must hurry . . . or else they risk losing it all to the uncle’s evil plan.
What a beautiful cover! (Yes, I said that a lot lately, but it's because I do love covers!) I'm immediately drawn to the cover of The Noble Servant by Melanie Dickerson. As the third book in The Medieval Fairy Tale series, the cover seems to be different than the other two. Even if they are a series and there are some familiar characters, each book can be read by itself. Melanie Dickerson definitely have a gift. Compared to the number of books she's written, I've only read just a couple of them, and each one is just simply superb.
The Noble Servant, like many of her other novels is a retelling of a fairy tale. This one retold the story of The Goose Girl from one of the Brothers Grimm collections. As our main characters, both nobility, were forced to act as servants, they encounter each other and that's where the story takes off running. Characters of integrity, our main characters face trials that not only make them stronger, but wiser. An intriguing plot that brings multiple messages in the mask of a story that captivates young readers as well as readers with a love for adventure, great characters and romance, topped with the fairy tale ending.
The Noble Servant, like many of her other novels is a retelling of a fairy tale. This one retold the story of The Goose Girl from one of the Brothers Grimm collections. As our main characters, both nobility, were forced to act as servants, they encounter each other and that's where the story takes off running. Characters of integrity, our main characters face trials that not only make them stronger, but wiser. An intriguing plot that brings multiple messages in the mask of a story that captivates young readers as well as readers with a love for adventure, great characters and romance, topped with the fairy tale ending.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the author/publisher. I was not required to write a positive review, and have not been compensated for this. This is my honest opinion.
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That's a new one for me! Need to look that up! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteO one of my faves too! How could we not love a fellow book lover?
ReplyDeleteDefinitely. Melanie's amazing. I only ready just a handful of her books and LOVED them all! You can read my reviews of her other ones I've read and see what I mean! If you'd like. Hehe. Thanks for stopping by!
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ReplyDeleteLol Gail! And yes, Cinderella have always been a dear favorite! I still have these little figurines of it I kept since little!
ReplyDeleteI love fairy tales when I was younger (still do) and read Goose Girl then. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteI didn't even realized the original story has its own book. Thanks for sharing and good luck!
ReplyDeleteThanks Debbie! Good luck!
ReplyDeleteLovely! Thanks Caryl!
ReplyDeleteLol. I know, it's hard picking a favorite. And you're right, Melanie always does a fantastic job!
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ReplyDeleteTrixi, I know what you mean! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteNice choice! Thanks and good luck!
ReplyDeleteAll great choices! Have you read Melanie's retelling of those? Thanks for stoppingby!
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