Helen C. Johannes, Author: Book Spotlight: The Emerald Fairy and the Dragon Knight

The Emerald Fairy and the Dragon Knight by Jennifer Ivy Walker

This is the final book in Walker’s thrilling and darkly romantic fantasy trilogy based on the legend of Tristan and Isolde/Issylte.

My Review:

💖💖💖💖💖 The Emerald Fairy and the Dragon Knight by Jennifer Ivy Walker is an action-packed adventure across Ireland, Cornwall, and Breton as well as fairy sites of mystical power from islands to lakes and caves. Shape-shifters, elves, and woodland, sea and sky creatures all come to the aid of Issylte and Tristan as they face their final bloody battles with the Black Widow Queen and her devoted servants, both human and otherworldly. Just when the reader thinks the heroes have won some breathing room, the forces of evil cast another dastardly spell to stymie them. Walker weaves an epic tapestry of sacrifice and devotion as these heroes fight their way across land and sea to earn their reward, a life and future together as crowned heads of their respective realms. A terrific finale and fitting conclusion to this version of the timeless legend.

Blurb:

Wielding a trio of enchanted Elven weapons to battle a dark wizard and a legion of diabolical dwarves, Tristan is faced with the impossible choice between saving the woman he loves or defending his endangered kingdom. Inexplicably compelled to remain in the sacred forest where he hears the voice of her heart, the heir to the throne of Cornwall incurs the wrath and scorn of his army when he decides to hunt for his captive mate.

Her verdant magic greatly enhanced by the mystical Morgane la Fée, Issylte must summon a coalition of Naiad nymphs and celestial fairies to destroy a nascent evil as she fights to reclaim her rightful crown.

When the Black Widow Queen unites with a malignant menace and a ghost from Tristan’s haunted past, the Emerald Fairy and the Dragon Knight must ally with a triad of shapeshifting warrior tribes to defeat a Viking Trident and defend their trinity of Celtic kingdoms.

Interwoven fates. Otherworldly mates. Destiny awaits.

Excerpt:

She held the églantine to her nose, inhaling the delicate fragrance with a smile of wonder. “Thank you, my love. It reminds me of the nightingale in the woods of Avalon. You never cease to amaze me.” Gratitude shifted to empathy as she intently searched his face. “How does it feel to come home?”

Tristan looked out at the cerulean sea. The blue waters of Lyonesse. His home. “I feel…conflicted. Tremendous guilt and grief, mingled with incredible joy.” He raised the hand in which she held the wild rose, lifting the pink blossom to his nose. He inhaled its soothing floral fragrance—Issylte’s essence—to ease his heavy heart. “When I saw the edge of the forest where Goron held me that day…I relived the horrors…” A violent shudder shook his body.

Issylte wrapped her arms around his waist and nestled her head against his thundering chest.

He kissed the top of her head, cocooning her in loving arms. “But now…with you here…I remember the love.” He rocked her in his arms as fond memories flowed, washing away the sadness and sorrow. “My mother’s tender touch…my sister’s beautiful smile…my father’s noble face. All the happiness we shared here. All the laughter. All the love.”

Issylte raised her tear-stained face to beam at him. “Love conquers hate. It is the Goddess’ greatest gift. And I am eternally grateful that She has healed your broken heart.”

He kissed her. His Wild Rose. His green golden goddess. His Emerald Fairy. “Aye, my love. She has. Through you.”