Getting Epic with Beowulf

I'm sorry there is no cover this time but that's mostly because the book didn't have a cover to begin with.  So, there will be no grading on the cover.  However, I have plenty to say about this epic story.  First, I want to say that even though it is difficult to read for most, it is worth it especially if you love adventure stories.
First, the battles are awesome.  There are three...The battle against Grendel, the battle against his mother and the final battle against a dragon.  Each of them are fierce battles. Each of them are grisly and each definitely have moments of awe.
Now that my euphoria over the battles is finished, I can now tell you about Beowulf.  He is the ultimate warrior.  I mean, he's so much the warrior that he rips Grendel's arm off with his bare hands.  The reason for this battle is because King Hrothgar needed help to defeat Grendel because he kept attacking the mead hall and killing his men.  Beowulf comes and offers his aid.  A battle is waged and Grendel is defeated when Beowulf rips his arm from his shoulder.  Grendel goes back to the marshes where he dies.
The second battle is one of revenge.  Like any mother, Grendel's mother is angry and attacks.  Beowulf has a fight with her and defeats her with a special sword.
The third battle happens much later.  Beowulf has returned to his people and becomes their king.  A slave steals from a dragon.  The dragon gets really angry and begins to attack Beowulf's people.  Beowulf defeats the dragon but dies in the process.
I realize there are a lot of spoilers in this review but in this case the spoilers will help you understand what is happening.  Please don't watch the movie and think that's the story.  They took quite a few liberties in the movie  I truly believe that everyone needs to read this story.  It has made it throughout this vast amount of time for a reason.  So, please read this beautiful story.  I recommend this book for everyone.

Rating:  5 Stars
 
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Absolutely Scandalous My Review of Intentions of the Earl (Book 1) Scandalous Sisters Series

I have just finished the delightful and beautiful tale Intentions of the Earl.  I have to say that I enjoyed this book more than I thought I would.  The characters were delightful.  Their backgrounds were interesting and just the way that Rose Gordon wove the story was intriguing.  By the way, the first thing that caught my attention was the cover.  It is simple but captivating.

With this cover as a focus of optimism for this book, I read the story of the mischievous American lady Brooke and the tantalizing Lord Townson, Andrew Black, who is paid to ruin her.  I know it sounds horrible but it did make a beautiful story of love, betrayal and choices.  Brooke's character is one that most women could identify with and Rose Gordon did a wonderful job with Andrew's character, who she somehow had me shaking my head at sometimes and sympathizing with during others.  This book is not a stuffy read.  Instead, I found myself smiling during most of the read.  You truly end up wishing the best for Brooke and Andrew and that is what we look for in Romance.  So, good job, Mrs. Gordon.  

If there was one complaint, it is the repetition of phrases.  That was a bit trying at times but not enough to cause me to put the book down in annoyance.  I recommend this book for anyone who enjoys Romance...especially Period Romance.  I am really looking forward to reading the rest of this series.  Thank you, Rose Gordon for the wonderful read.   

My Rating: 4.9

Cover Rating 4.6