C.L. Wilson
The Winter King (Weathermages of Mystral, #1)
by C.L. Wilson
Khamsin Coruscate, a neglected princess blamed for her mother’s death, is sent to wed the icy, brooding King Wynter as penance for peace—only to discover unexpected warmth and freedom in their enforced union. As Wynter battles a consuming magic called the Ice Heart, their arranged marriage kindles fierce passion and tender hope amid political intrigue and growing danger.
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About This Book
In the kingdom of Summerlea, Princess Khamsin Coruscate, a summoner of storms, has long been shunned by her father and exiled within the palace walls. Her life takes a dramatic turn when King Wynter Atrialan of Wintercraig, a brooding and formidable ruler, demands her hand in marriage as recompense for the betrayal and loss he suffered at the hands of Summerlea's prince. This union, intended as punishment, unexpectedly offers Khamsin her first taste of freedom and a burgeoning passion she never anticipated.
As Khamsin acclimates to her new life in the harsh and cold realm of Wintercraig, she discovers that King Wynter is battling a consuming and dangerous magic known as the Ice Heart, a power he embraced in his quest for vengeance. Their arranged marriage becomes a complex dance of trust and desire, set against a backdrop of political intrigue and looming threats. The tension between their kingdoms, coupled with the growing bond between Khamsin and Wynter, propels them toward a destiny fraught with peril and the possibility of redemption.
What Readers Say
Readers praise the immersive world-building and captivating romance in 'The Winter King'. Many commend C.L. Wilson's engaging writing style and character development. Fans note the emotional depth and tension that keep them hooked throughout the story. Some readers find the pacing slow and the plot repetitive in parts. Ideal for fans of epic fantasy romance seeking a richly detailed and passionate tale.
Reader Reviews
6 curated reviewsS. E. Hochstetler
Mar 10, 2016
Great!!!!!!
I love Poppy . She is really brave. Never sits and waits to be rescued. She fights her own battles and assists in others. She is very strong in spirit. She is the Winter Queen. Kris is very funny. Love his name. Very funny. I love Thor and if he were real he would be Kris. The Winter King is so sweet as you can tell by his love of his family and friends. His sense of humor is perfectly matched with Poppy's. Love the battle scenes. Love the story.
Deja
Feb 24, 2016
Winter Just Got Better!
The Winter King took the King's series to another level. This book had everything the other books had and more for the first time we got a glimpse into the mind of the traitor and I have to say it was unusual to say the least but awesome in it's own way. This book was so good I did not see the ending coming now I'm just as confused as to who the traitor is. I cannot wait for the next installment in the King's series.
Lauren
Mar 27, 2016
Ummmm
Ummmm I Loved the characters and the story of who they are but sometimes there was just too much history. It is like the author was so excited about the historical detail that she couldn't figure out what to leave behind. The gist of the story finally came through though and for that I am eternally grateful. Looking forward to the next one.
Jaime
Feb 24, 2016
another awesome part of the kings series
I love this series and this book was another great contribution to it. Unlike the other stories in the Kings series, most of the other kings don't make an appearance. The story was squarely focused on the Winter King and his Queen, who were great together. Poppy accepted her role as queen slowly, but once she did, she was truly formidable and Kristopher's perfect compliment. The Time King and the Traitor make appearances in the book... I'm really hoping that The Time King's story comes next, because I would hate to find out that he is the traitor.
jean
Feb 22, 2016
action packed read
I just finished reading the winter king and it blew me away. I have read almost all of Heather's books and she just keeps getting better and better. The characters are well developed and deep in personality. The plot line does not let you go. There was some reappearance of characters from previous books that lent just enough to the book. The growth of all of the characters and the involvement of some previous characters brought it up a notch to edge of the seat reading. I am already looking forward the next book.
Mary Moritz
Mar 12, 2016
There's a New King in Town
I really enjoyed this book. Kristopher is now my favorite king - he just has a way about him. I liked all of the winter scenes, scents, tastes, and, noises, etc. I see this as a book I'll pull out again midsummer to give myself a break from the heat - the imagery describing winter is intense. One of my favorite King's books yet..
