On this day in in 1868, The Tokugawa Shogunate forces withdraw to Aizu to end the Battle of Utsunomiya Castle. Today's spotlighted author, Sarah Barthel, might appreciate this trivia:
Sarah Barthel was raised on a steady diet of old Hollywood musicals and classic literature. Nurturing her love of language, she learned French, Latin and Japanese. This led her to study in Paris and host a Japanese exchange student. She followed her passion to American University in Washington DC, where she studied British literature and history. Since then she has thrown herself into writing. She loves to find unique, and unexplored ideas in familiar settings. A member of the Society of Children's Writers and Illustrators, she currently lives in the Chicago suburbs with her husband, daughter and two crazy dogs.
Sarah Bartel is promoting her historical romance, MACKENZIE'S CROSS:
When Duke Kensington dies, how can a young kitchen maid stand up for what she believes and save her best friend? Mackenzie’s life has always been one of duty. However, in a land where even the Brotherhood of the Knights are becoming power hungry mongers, how can a young kitchen maid maintain her morals when tempted with all she’s never had? In the end, the truth is even more complicated than Mackenzie had ever imagined. Medieval Historical Fiction, Sweet, Christian, & Inspirational Romance from topazpublishingllc.com.
When Duke Kensington dies, how can a young kitchen maid stand up for what she believes and save her best friend? Mackenzie’s life has always been one of duty. However, in a land where even the Brotherhood of the Knights are becoming power hungry mongers, how can a young kitchen maid maintain her morals when tempted with all she’s never had? In the end, the truth is even more complicated than Mackenzie had ever imagined. Medieval Historical Fiction, Sweet, Christian, & Inspirational Romance from topazpublishingllc.com.
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I am giving away a "Medieval Romance" prize package to one randomly selected commenter. To enter the giveaway,
I am giving away a "Medieval Romance" prize package to one randomly selected commenter. To enter the giveaway,
1. Leave a comment about Knights - do you have a favorite movie about them?
2. Comments are open through Sunday, May 18, 10 pm in Baltimore.
3. I'll post the winner on Monday, May May 19, assuming I survive RT.
Mahalo,
Kim in Baltimore
Aloha Spirit in Charm City
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| White Castle ... a very Medieval structure |
Monty Python and the Holy Grail is my favorite movie about knights. I still laugh out loud when I think of certain scenes and lines.
ReplyDeleteI think Dragonheart is probably my favorite movie with Knights in it.
ReplyDeleteI might be the only person who liked it but A Knight's Tale w/ Heath Ledger :) thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI loved "A Knight's Tale," too.
ReplyDeleteI love them all but I pick First Knight - King Arthur (Sean Connery), Lancelot (Richard Gere) and Guinevere (Julia Ormond) - there is a kiss in that movie that makes my toes curl! Love medieval tales!!
ReplyDeleteNo, I do not have a favorite "Knight" movie.
ReplyDeleteNo, I don't
ReplyDeleteI liked the King Arthur ones.
ReplyDeleteRobin good, thanks
ReplyDeleteKimh
Monty Python and the Holy Grail is hysterical. It never gets old. LOL
ReplyDeleteMarcy Shuler
I am also a fan of A Knight's Tale staring Heath Ledger. He had a lot of talent.
ReplyDelete'Prince Valiant' is probably my favorite since it has a happy ending, but also love Camelot (tho it does not end as happily).
ReplyDeleteI liked "First Knight." Have not seen it in a long time though!
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't say it's a favourite because I don't have one; A Knight's Tale was quite enjoyable.
ReplyDeleteA Knight's Tale is a good one :-)
ReplyDeleteThe only one I can think of is A Knight's Tale.
ReplyDeleteI liked Prince Valiant, Sir Lancelot, A Knight's Tale.
ReplyDeleteKing Arthur and First Knight are two favorites.
ReplyDeleteI enjoy reading and watching movies about knights - there is something mysterious about them. I enjoyed King Arthur and A Knight's Tale the best. Thank you for the chance to win. griperang at embarqmail dot com
ReplyDeleteMonte Python and First Knight are the ones that come to mind.
ReplyDeleteI don't have a favorite Knight's movie but they are exciting to read about. Thanks for the giveaway opportunity.
ReplyDeleteCarol L
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my favorite 'knight' movie has be to A Knight's Tale!!!
ReplyDeletethanx for the giveaway!!!