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Healer's Blade: Medieval Adventure with Wholesome Enemies-to-Lovers Romance (Enemy's Keeper Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Kyrie Wang (Author), Allison D. Reid (Editor) Format: Kindle Edition

4.7 137 ratings

Book 1 of 1: Enemy's Keeper

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A healer on the run. A rebel knight after her heart. Will she betray him to save the England she loves?

Eighteen-year-old healer Aliwyn lives in solitude after a medical failure leaves her alienated from her village. With the rebellion against William the Conqueror rumbling on the horizon, she longs to practice her medicine in peace.

But when she agrees to hide an orphaned Norman girl, Aliwyn is plunged into the deadly conflict. A daring escape from enemy arrows entangles her with the young rebel leader, Tobias, and she is swept into a world of rival factions and secret alliances. Faced with the insurgent army, she must make difficult choices about treating those she despises. Worst of all, Tobias's compassionate nature turns her perceptions of the enemy upside down.

When Aliwyn uncovers the uprising's fiery weapon, she is determined to take fate into her own hands and save England from sweeping destruction. Can she find the courage to fight for what she believes in? And can she resist the magnetic charms of the man she’s vowed to defeat?

Step into a riveting YA adventure with nuanced characters and wholesome, enemies-to-lovers romance. Set in an alternative medieval world, Healer’s Blade is a page-turning read in which the Celtic tribes walk alongside the last Vikings.

If you like stories with high stakes, political intrigue, and nail-biting action, but prefer them to be free from language and sexual content, grab Healer's Blade today!

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★★★★★ ‘A cleverly plotted, YA historical novel with a strong, likeable protagonist to root for. Highly recommended!’ - The Wishing Shelf

"Healer's Blade is a captivating debut that deftly combines adventure, emotional depth, and alternative medieval history. Wang's medical knowledge and attention to detail create a compelling narrative where Aliwyn's dilemmas reflect contemporary challenges. This enthralling read leaves a lasting impression." - EA Carter, award-winning author of the Transcendence series
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For fans of:

RL Stevenson's The Black Arrow
Tricia Levenseller’s Blade of Secrets
Melanie Dickerson's The Golden Braid and The Piper's Pursuit
Sarah Woodbury's The After Cilmeri Series

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Will she betray him to save the England she loves?

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~*What Readers are Saying*~
"Just wow! The writing was hands down really immersive and "like a movie playing in your head" type of feel."

"Perfect book for those who love history, fantasy, and strong female protagonists. Aliwyn is a phenomenal, complex character"

"Toby is every girl's dream of a knight... he is kind, considerate, respectful, chivalrous, cute... I love how protective he is of those in his care!!!"
"The slow-burn romance is the highlight of this novel, and I couldn't help falling for them too."

"So much of history is written from the point of view of kings, queens... it is very enjoyable to read about people on the fringes."

"Couldn't put it down and I devoured it in a few days. The story is highly readable with lots of unexpected twists in this fast-paced adventure."

"The world-building in this story is extraordinary and compelling."

"The book masterfully blends action, suspense, and a chaste yet emotionally rich romance that enriches the storyline."

"'The sorrow of loss transcended all divisions' ...'No one was a villain in his own story.' These moments made me examine my own thoughts and my interpretation of the actions of people today."

"I enjoyed the growth and depth of every character in the story and I am excited to see what happens to Toby and Aliwyn in the next book. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys action-packed historical fiction."

"The prose is another thing that I loved, so well written! The fight scenes were flawless and heart-racing, but the moments of stillness and reflection were, for me, what made this novel great... GO READ IT NOW!"

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Sometimes it's hard to know if a book is for you! Here's what you'll find in Healer's Blade:
- Slowburn enemies-to-lovers romance (sweet)
- No profanity or sex
- Age gap between the lovers: 2 years
- Found family
- Medieval medicine
- One horse and one bed
- He falls first
- Alternative medieval history
- The ending is happy for now, and to be continued
- Readers have compared this book to The Black Arrow and Robin Hood, but with contemporary English

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0C7LTZG98
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Silver Dreams; 2nd edition (June 30, 2023)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 30, 2023
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 5202 KB
Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 308 pages

Best Sellers Rank: #508,494 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #52 in Teen & Young Adult Alternative History
- #77 in Teen & Young Adult Medieval Fiction eBooks
- #188 in Teen & Young Adult Medieval Historical Fiction

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Hailing from the unpredictable snowstorms of Quebec, Canada, I'm a medical mystery detective (fancy words for "pathologist, MD") by day and a dreamweaver of historical fantasy by night. Pencil on paper makes me cry and laugh, and every book I write is living another life!

I have a PASSION for crafting stories that explore the humanity common to us all. Where people find their authentic selves, goodness prevails, and the forgotten and voiceless rise as heroes.

Somewhere between sleuthing with my microscope and crafting hamster toys with my girl, I sit down and type. You'd never catch me without (quality dark) chocolate in my bag and I would bike in Canadian January to a froyo store.

Just ask my best friend of 11 years- she was the cashier!

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Johnny Velazquez

Enjoyed it greatly highly recommended!

Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2023

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"Healer's Blade: Enemy's Keeper Book 1" is an absolute gem, deserving every bit of its 5 stars! This book seamlessly blends the charm of a magic-free YA fantasy adventure with an authentic historical setting and a touch of irresistible slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers romance.

One notable aspect of this book is that the author has clearly dedicated time to revisions, resulting in a meticulously well-researched and historically accurate narrative. The historic details are top-notch, immersing you in a turbulent medieval England rocked by the early introduction of gunpowder and populated by Celtic-inspired forest tribes.

The story revolves around a young healer with a shadowy past caught in a revolt against William the Conqueror. The decision to side with the rebels' charismatic leader or thwart his explosive plans against the Normans forms the crux of this well-written page-turner. It's full of unexpected twists that keep you eagerly turning the pages until the satisfying ending.

What truly stands out is the multi-dimensional characters and the courageous heroine who graces this story. The vivid action sequences, clean slow-burn romance, and the handsome rebel knight add layers of depth to the narrative, making it an absolute pleasure to read.

"Healer's Blade" is fast-paced, engaging, and not your typical love story. It's thought-provoking, taking you on an adventurous journey through a captivating alternative history. If you're a fan of historical fiction with a fantasy twist and appreciate immersive medieval settings, this book is an absolute must-read. The author has truly crafted a remarkable story that will leave you eagerly awaiting the next installment in the series.

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C.V. Vobh

A Refreshing Take on Heroism in an Early Medieval World

Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2023

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One character in Healer’s Blade is a burly redhead pagan woman from early medieval Britain. She proudly leads a band of barbaric male warriors into battle, where she is as ruthless toward the enemy as any of them—and probably more so—but also shows more sympathy for the weak and pitiable. She’s brimming with confidence and competence. There are many books today in which she’d be the protagonist.

Not this one. Here, the heroine is a modest peasant woman. She loves her chickens and her home, and dreams of a happy future with the boy she grew up closest to. When hostile soldiers come, she doesn’t demonstrate a sudden startling proficiency for the sword, turning them away at bladepoint. She runs away, doing her meager best to defend those she loves as she does so. In a burgeoning rebellion of the English against newly Norman rule, she doesn’t pick a side and usher it to victory. She just tries to stop people from dying.

Here, the heroine is surrounded by people who are capable of overpowering her with brute force, and often close to doing so. This is a story of how she overcomes them not by fighting like them, but through a mix of wits, kindness, persistence, and a talent for healing—all while doing her best to adhere to her morals and faith, while wracked by doubts about what she’s done and should do. Healer's Blade is a title well-chosen.

This is an adventure where romance is prominent. There’s one main woman—but definitely more than one man. Scenes abound where the reader is prompted to ask: “Is he the one? Or is he the one?” “Which one is her friend? Which one is her enemy?” There is, in short, plenty of love, heartbreak, and affection. But it’s all done in a distinctly chaste and delicate way. It’s the sort of book that a parent could read and enjoy, and then recommend unblushingly to her teenage daughter. (Or son! There’s a lot of good medieval action here.)

Healer’s Blade touches on issues of race and religion lightly and admirably. The protagonist and her fellows, back in early medieval England, reserve their animus mainly for two groups: redheads and pagans. The fact that this is historically accurate makes it all the more funny, sad, and profoundly revealing at the same time. Similarly realistic is the fact that this early medieval protagonist has no grand epiphany about the shared essence of humanity and respecting all creeds—but she does gradually and subtly come around to judging those she’s with based on who they are as individuals.

It’s clear the author is impressively versed in early medieval British history. The book is distinctly in that historical period, and not some vaguely medieval fantasy land. But the author also doesn’t flaunt that knowledge unnecessarily with long, dry historical asides, as is the bane of many writing historical fiction.

The last thing I’d note that there are frequent subtle callbacks to earlier scenes and events, in which minor things you'd read earlier are suddenly illumined with new significance by later enlightening revelations—sometimes fundamentally changing how you’d understood earlier events and their emotional dynamics.

That’s probably enough to give you a flavor of the book and whether it falls within your preferred genres. If so—and maybe even if not!—give Healer’s Blade a try. Highly recommended.

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MarZ

Good historical fiction, with some romance thrown in!

Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2023

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“Healer’s Blade” is, just to be clear to a prospective reader, not a historical fantasy. It’s a historical fiction novel. There is a lot of difference between the two genres, and thus should not be confused or interchanged as though they’re one and the same thing. So if you’re looking for a book with fantastical elements in it, such as magic, because you’ve read several reviews calling this a historical fantasy (and even the author calls it an “alternative history fantasy story”) then this is not the book you’re looking for. There are no fantastical elements at all, and it would be very easy to assume there might be, considering the place and time of this tale. One might well expect a dragon or elf to pop up and be most disappointed when not one of them showed themselves. If this book steps across the boundary between two genres, it’s between historical fiction and historical romance, having elements of both. So if you’re looking for a good historical fiction book with some romance included, you’ve come to the right place. The book is well-written and handles the historical elements well, having obviously done a great deal of research to describe the political conditions of the time, and the way of life of the people. I would have liked to see a much stronger protagonist. Aliwyn, for me, was so uncertain which side she belonged on that I actually found myself getting impatient with her. It’s hard to root for someone who can’t make up her mind. On the plus side is clear writing, excellent formatting and internal artwork, and a truly fantastic cover.

A HUGE congratulations to the author for caring so much for her craft that she listened to the critiques, went to the great time and trouble of completely rewriting her novel, and then re-published it as a much improved work! That’s a rare thing these days. And it paid off. I definitely recommend this book, and look forward to reading more from this author.

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alexa may nocom

Great Book

Reviewed in Canada on April 10, 2024

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The characters and plot are amazing!Super loved reading this book.Highly reccomended to everyone💖

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Can't wait for the next volumes

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 2, 2023

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"Healer's Blade" is an absolute gem of a book! This thrilling historical adventure has everything I could ever ask for in a story. From the very beginning, I was captivated by Aliwyn's character and her journey as a healer on the run. The way she's thrown into the chaos of a rebellion against William the Conqueror is both heart-pounding and emotionally gripping.

The character development in this book is exceptional, particularly when it comes to Aliwyn and Tobias. Aliwyn's internal struggle as she tries to reconcile her feelings for Tobias with her loyalty to England is so well-executed.

The setting is vividly described, and the author's portrayal of medieval England, complete with Celtic-inspired tribes and the introduction of gunpowder, is absolutely immersive. I felt transported to this turbulent world, and I loved every moment of it.

What truly sets "Healer's Blade" apart is its emphasis on found family and the difficult choices one must make during times of war. The story is filled with suspense, action, and thought-provoking moral dilemmas that kept me turning the pages late into the night.

In short, "Healer's Blade" is a must-read for anyone who enjoys historical fiction with a touch of romance, complex characters, and a gripping plot. I cannot recommend it enough. It's a five-star masterpiece that will stay with you long after you've finished the last page.

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This book was a thrilling adventure!

Reviewed in Canada on February 23, 2024

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The plot, the characters, the grit, and lighthearted romance kept me fully immersed in the story. I truly enjoyed Aliwyn’s (MFC) character growth & was cheering her on as the plot kept developing. Genuinely felt the author did a great job describing the distrust & destruction of political uprisings as well as the vivid action sequences of the world around her main character. I will be rereading this, and
looking forward to what happens next in Enemy’s Keeper Book 2!! (to be released this year)

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Molly

Imaginative historical fiction

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 29, 2023

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"Healer's Blade" is a page-turning adventure that seamlessly blends historical fiction with romance and intrigue. The author's storytelling prowess is evident in the nuanced characters, the exploration of moral dilemmas, and the vivid depiction of a world on the brink of change. I loved Aliwyn's determination to take fate into her own hands and save England from destruction. The enemies-to-lovers trope is skilfully crafted, adding depth to the characters and making their journey one of both personal and political significance. If you’re looking for something with both well-researched authenticity, imaginative storytelling, and a touch of romance, "Healer's Blade" is a must-read.

Caroline Paquin

Fabulous debut!

Reviewed in Canada on June 30, 2023

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Healer’s Blade is Kyrie Wang’s official book debut, and it is more than worth the read!

Since I’ve also read the original version of this book, I must say that Wang’s writing has grown immensely in this reviewed version, but it remains, unless otherwise mentioned at the end of the book, historically accurate which is, for the History Major that I am, an added bonus.

Don’t be fooled by the YA label. Aliwyn and Toby, despite being “young adults” in contemporary standards, are adults by 11th century standards. And their story is as riveting and full of action as it is gripping and makes the reader want more… which will come with the second book.

It is also great food for thought: when does an enemy stop being an enemy? How can someone deem an enemy a person they get to know on an individual bassi?

Those are only tidbits of thoughts. And I can’t wait to read more about Ali and Toby, of course, but about Emma, Zelrin, and all the others!

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