Giver of Roses

And I'm a guy who doesn't cry! This entire book is wonderful, but the ending is truly marvelous! I read a lot of Christian fiction, fantasy. This gal is GOOD! Great characters, great character development, great story, suspense and surprises. Packed with emotion. I can't wait to get my hands on book number 2, The Stone of Power. As of this writing, I believe it's behind its' scheduled release date, but I'm more than willing to wait. I haven't read any of the other reviews, so I have no idea what others think, but I had a hard time putting this book down. I've never been a big fan of love stories, and it would be selling Giver of Roses waaay short to call it just a love story, because there's adventure, tragedy, humor, war, and sooo much more. But when all was said and done, and I'd had time to digest and analyze what I'd just read, I was left with an overwhelming sense of the almost limitless power of unconditional love. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys an exciting and well-written story about ordinary people who are thrust into extraordinary situations and in the process find the true path to overcoming adversity. Bravo! ENCORE!!

Giver of Roses is awesome. If you like romance, fantasie and adventure. I love the book and cannot wait until 8/06 for book 2 to be released. I also read Child of the Mist - great historical romance. Kathleen Morgan binds you with her writing and makes you a part of the story ! You will not be dissapointed

I absolutly loved this book!! sometimes regular christian fiction can get a little boring for me being a teen. I love how kathleen morgan has christian values in a romantic fantasy! It makes reading so much fun. The only problem though is that now i HAVE to read the second book ( thanks to the first ones ending;} and it does not come out for another year!! but other wise i adore this book and am looking forward to more!!

In a desperate battle to save his family and their land, Vartan, the Crown Prince of Astara, agrees to fight the enemy's champion, Ladon. However, the confrontation leaves him blinded and left for dead, while Ladon kills his family and takes control over his city. Vartan is saved when Danae, a servant from his household and Zagiri, his surviving sister, steal him away in the night. Heartbroken over his losses, Vartan will have to come to grips with the plan Athan (God) has for him. With the help of Danae, Vartan fights against not only physical but also spiritual enemies as well. Lessons of courage and faith will be learned as they face dangers together, in their quest to save the land of Gadiel and obey the tasks Athan has set before them. Kathleen Morgan's new fantasy 'Giver of Roses' is an excellent novel, surpassing any of her other books I've read. People who enjoy authors like Karen Hancock, Donita Paul, or Bryan Davis will certainly find this book to their liking. The ending of the first book in the Guardians of Gadiel series has left me eagerly awaiting the next. A praiseworthy beginning with the anticipation of more to come.

GIVER OF ROSES will take your breath away! - As a first time reader of this author's work, there are not enough adjectives I can think of that can adequately describe and do justice to this overwhelming, heart wrenching, and beautiful epic tale of good versus evil in the mythical land of Gadiel. Often, throughout this emotional adventure I found myself reaching for tissues as the author brought to life a fictionalized tale that made the spiritual and romantic struggles so very real. It is the compelling tale of Vartan Karayan, royal heir of Gadiel, a good and honorable man struggling to save his people by fighting an invincible foe, overcoming physical obstacles, and when all seemed lost, discovering faith and learning to trust in a power that he'd never before believed in. Saving Gadiel's life and helping him would be Danae, a young captive woman who recognized the strength and goodness of Vartan, her former captor. Good, kind and loving she would not forsake her friends, her God, or her love of Vartan, as she struggled to find her place in the world. When she ultimately answered a call to join the Dragonmaids her purpose seemed clear, but the price would be demanding -- requiring unselfish courage and a selfless overwhelming love. ___Words cannot describe how amazing this dynamic tale is and after reading this - Book One in the Guardians of Gadiel series -- I will certainly be anxiously awaiting the next ones. All the secondary characters Ankine, Danae, Ra'id, Sharifah, Serpuhi, and Zagiri are fully developed, compelling, and have piqued my curiosity to discover how they will emerge as they each embrace their own heightened spiritual awareness. Not only is this a well-written and inspirational novel but the authors writing style is pure, eloquent and mesmerizing in providing vivid imagery of sights, sounds and feelings as she transports the reader to heart tugging emotional heights. I very HIGHLY RECOMMEND this book. [Marilyn, for www.romancedesigns.com]