 TO PURCHASEReview #1 I have just finished a most inviting and involving Fantasy/Romance Novel by Charlotte Boyett-Compo entitled, WindKeeper. It is the first book in the Wind Legends Saga of which there are nine books. Wind Keeper or The Keeper of the Wind tells the tale of the coming of age of a young prince into his own dark world of evil sorcery. Sour and rather lacking in humor, he is only months away from an arranged wedding to a woman who has been described to him as something akin to a hideous frog. With little to look forward to, he luckily (or so we think), meets and falls in love with a mysterious woman of strength, beauty and magic. Upon their meeting, the reader is taken on a journey to defeat the powers of evil that claim his soul. Even with his love at his side, one wonders if in fact he will be spared the fate that awaits him. What stands out about this book is the wonderfully strong characters, especially our leading lady, Liza, who turns out in many ways to be a most wonderful female heroine and role model. She is beautiful, intelligent and handy with a weapon. Hardly the shirking violet, our lady immediately saves our hero, Conar, not once but many times throughout the book. A story of magic, intrigue, romance and true love, WindKeeper will keep you interested page after wonderful page. I can recommend this novel to those who enjoy stories of magic, fantasy, romance and adventure. Morgan LaFey Review #2 As with Boyett-Compo s other works, the futuristic BloodWind, for example, I am truly awed by her ability to describe so vividly and powerfully each of her characters depth of feeling, whether it be a love so pure and absolute, a hate so malicious, you can taste the bile, or a fear that will quake your very soul. So intense was the suspense in this dark fantasy, it was like being caught under an incredible spell. I couldn t put the book down. Charlotte Boyett-Compo is a wizardess of magical and marvelous tales. If you haven t had the chance to experience any of her works yet, The Windkeeper is an excellent place to start. Jeanne Allen Review #3 4.5 Stars "I've been looking forward to getting my hands on the WindLegends saga, and after reading this first book THE WINDKEEPER, I wasn't disappointed. This is no ordinary fantasy romance, rather a dark fantasy in which the love of two characters is essential to the plot. There is an evil presence in this book bent on torturing poor Conar, which he does at every available turn. The cast of characters is extensive, but each is interesting in his or her own way. Though I'm not sure why some characters introduced were necessary at this point, threads dealing with these characters were disappointingly left untied, that is the way of a series: leave 'em hanging so they'll read the next book. And, though I found the hero such a contradiction at times, screaming "Do you know who I am?" when people aren't bowing and scraping to him, yet surprised when his temper and power scare others, I found him a character I could care about, a character I look forward to reading again. Ms. Boyett-Compo has a way of making words on a page come alive with sights, sounds, and emotions vivid, rich enough that this quite easily could be adapted into a film saga that I'd definitely pay to see. Well done, Charlee, keep 'em coming." Lisa RamagliaReview #4 4.5 Stars Boyett-Compo teases with just the right finesse. She balances the right amount of detail, while leaving some things to the edge of the reader's imagination. Full of good fun among friends, passionate scenes, fierce and foolish fighting and darker implications, Windkeeper is a wonderful long read with the promise of more to come in The Windlegends saga. I know I am eager to find out what happens in Serenia next! Tricia Gilbert Review #5 VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED Fans of Charlotte Boyett-Compo will cheer the release of WINDKEEPER, originally available only in paperback under the title THE KEEPER OF THE WIND. Complete with previous pieces that had been edited out, WINDKEEPER is destined to become a best seller. A rich and complex weave of adventure, romance, and fantasy, WINDKEEPER is an extraordinary tale with great promise of powerful sequels. As readers have come to expect, both humor and grace are well balanced in this tantalizing novel. Indeed, move over Robert Jordan, for you have competition. With the depth of characterization so easily penned by Boyett-Compo, these characters live long in the readers memory, demanding the story continue. This reviewer not only very highly recommends WINDKEEPER, but wishes the sequel were ready now! Cindy Penn Review #6 4 Thumbs Up! Whew! I loved THE WINDKEEPER. What a book! This book had me flipping pages as quickly as I could in order to finish it. There were surprising scenes galore! I thoroughly enjoyed reading it and look forward to the next book in the series. Kathy Boswell Review #7 A sweeping saga, the first in The Windlegends series of novels, Ms. Boyett-Compo has created a world of magic and mystery while retaining all the best and worst of humanity. From greed and lust to redemption and love, this novel not only sweeps the reader away but perfectly sets the stage for more to come. This reviewer cannot wait to immerse herself again in the land of Serenia and the tales of its royal family. Aimee McLeod Review #8 5 Moons Ms. Boyett-Compo has written a moving tale. Full of surprises, laughter, tears and danger, The Windkeeper plays on all the reader's emotions. I was so caught up in this novel, that I read it in one sitting. A must read, destined for the keeper shelf. Review #9 The Windkeeper is a truly gripping novel. From the beginning, the reader is pulled into the world of Conar MacGregor. You feel his pain, share his joy and laugh with him, making your journey enjoyable and unforgettable. A must read!! Review #10 In this fantasy setting, Charlotte Boyett-Compo creates a sexy hero with heart and a strong, independent heroine. The characters in Windkeeper grasp you from the first and hold you until the end. Kate Hill Review #11 Writer's Exchange Book Reviews 5 Stars This sweeping saga has plot twists on top of plot twists, as tortured pasts culminate in a violent present. With influential enemies united against the prince what can save him but the most powerful magics of all. Sandy Cummins Review #12 Romance is definitely at the forefront here and, although I figured out Liza's secret early on, the ending was wonderful. Liza's and Conar's relationship is fast and intense, with his upcoming marriage the main obstacle to be overcome. Conar certainly has a lot of flaws and manages to hurt almost everyone, including Liza, but redeems himself well in the end. I never felt that I got to know Liza that well because of her secret background. The supporting characters are terrific, especially the innkeeper's wife with her unique way of keeping Conar under control during his convalescence there! Although Conar and Liza's dilemma is resolved, I finished the book wanting to start the next one immediately. The malevolence of Kaileel Tohre, and the threat he and Galen pose to Conar and Liza, left me wanting to know what happens next. WindKeeper is another terrific story from Charlotte Boyett-Compo, and a wonderful beginning to what promises to be an incredible saga! Cheri Murphy Review #13 5 Stars! I could feel the adventure! I loved this book and once I picked it up, well - opened the file, did not put my Rocketbook down. Charlotte Boyett-Compo seems to have the gift of breathing air into her characters' lungs as well as giving them voice and painting 3D pictures on the mind's eye. If you like television such as Hercules and Xena and you read Windkeeper, you will see how much better a good book can be. Charlotte provides all of the elements for adventure that lives in the heart. Buzzy Review #14 4 Stars: Windkeeper is a wonderfully crafted story... As a reader, I found this to be a very exciting and well-written story. I was pleasantly surprised to find out how much I did like the book, as I do not normally read novels of dark fantasy. But I could not stop reading the book once I started. I was compelled to find out what happened to Liza and Conar. Do they get to be together? Does he have to marry the Princess? What happens? These are the questions I had to know before I could put the book down. This is a book that is fast paced. The only problem I could see as a reader was all the different names which are different and a little more confusing to grasp at first, but this in no way detracts from the story. This is one reader that knows she will read more books in the future by Charlotte Boyett-Compo! Amanda Schmidt Review #15 "The Windkeeper" is a must-read for anyone who loves fantasy. Compo weaves a tale of love, lust, good vs. evil and sorcery and magic. (She) has written another engaging novel that readers will want to go back to and read again and again. Lori Soard Review #16 Science Fiction and Fantasy World Windkeeper is the story of a young man scarred, in more ways that one, who is salvaged by a ravishing heroine and an extraordinary impetuous love. I expected more out of the detestable villains and suspect I've been set up to see more from them in book two. The ending is predictable, but it's great fun getting there. The reading is easy. The pace is fast. Charlotte propels readers through a wide range of intense emotions from anguish to impassioned ecstasy. I was brought to tears by characters so real I mourned with them. The ability to reveal a world through her characters is an indication of Charlotte's skill and talent. She has created a midlevel place where half the people have magic powers and the other half is illegitimate, interesting values. Serenia is a world where children are cherished, regardless of the circumstances of their conception, breech of a marriage contract is severely and brutally punished, but the 'double standard' is alive and well. Charlotte Boyett-Compo quickly got my attention with exciting action from the start and held it through the book. Her characters are wonderfully fervid people you will love to adore or thrill at despising. Windkeeper offers a heroine who bails out the hero, lots of sizzling passion, bloody sword fights, nasty bad-guys and the promise of more to come. Susan Bailey-Halaney Review #17 Charlotte Boyett-Compo again romances and shreds the readers' hearts with endearing characters that leave one breathless. Surprises and thrills dwell on every page. Nancy B. Leake Review #18 WindKeeper: Not only is Windkeeper a great start to an excellent series, but it is compelling and intriguing in it s own right. Charlotte Boyett-Compo keeps you guessing about the marriage between The Toad and Conor to the end. There were some surprises for everyone in this book. Review #19 5 Stars This sweeping saga has plot twists on top of plot twists, as tortured pasts culminate in a violent present. With influential enemies united against the prince what can save him but the most powerful magics of all. Sandy Cummins Review #20 4 Stars While this is more romantic fantasy than horror, set in a medieval world where magic is very real, there is a strain of darkness which colors the storyline that will make it very appealing to horror fans as well as romance and fantasy readers. The Brotherhood is a bloody scary group of villains, and while Boyett-Compo doesn't go into detail in this novel, we know that Conor has suffered the torments of hell while under their tutelage. The first of a series of nine books, this one is a reversal of Taming of the Shrew, with Conor the one who needs to be taught to behave li th prince he is, rather than as a spoiled, arrogant, aristocrat. Yet beneath the banter and romance, we are always aware of the Brotherhood lurking in the darkness. A promising start to a series that bids fair to be fascinating and filled with enough nasty horrors to satisfy even the fans of Ramsay Campbell. Gillian Fitzgerald Review #21 Ms. Compo has written an astounding beginning to her Wind Legends Saga. The depth of love and need between Conar and Liza will leave you breathless. The desire and devotion which bind them will leave you envious. The Wind Keeper will leave you eager to begin the second book and sending up a prayer that Liza and Conar will triumph in the face of the evil stalking them. Shadoe Stevens Review #23 Charlotte Boyett-Compo has written a truly marvelous book in WINDKEEPER. She takes you on a journey of love and evil that will hold you breathless until the last page is read.I highly recommend WINDKEEPER! Ms. Compo has done a fine job of entertaining me and keeping me spellbound with her creative imagination and gifted writing talents. Stacey Bucholz Review #24 Windkeeper is a good fantasy romance. It is fun to read, especially the sections where Liza shows him exactly who is boss. OK, the ending is predictable but so what! Sometimes the best part isn't the final destination it is the route taken to get there and in the case of Windkeeper it is a wonderful journey. A gentle, feel-good book that will make you smile and leave you with a touch of the warm-fluffies! Lesley Mazey Review #25 This is Fantasy Romance, and for fans of that sub-genre The Windkeeper is going to be like mana from heaven. The characters are well drawn, the story is clearly told, and the plot is seamless. It takes a long time to get where it s going, but it always has a clear handle on its destination and never wanders around needlessly.This book is shear entertainment; well-crafted, focused, high quality entertainment. Brendan Detzner Review #26 4.5 Stars WindKeeper is a stunning story of love, duty, attraction and evil. Ms. Boyett-Compo's writing style demands full attention and haunted me well after I had completed the book. Conar and Liza are incredibly well crafted. The evil and malice fairly jump off the pages. This is a fantastic beginning to what is quickly becoming a legendary series. Briana Lambert Review #27 4 Stars As a reader, I found this to be a very exciting and well-written story. I was pleasantly surprised to find out how much I did like the book, as I do not normally read novels of dark fantasy. But I could not stop reading the book once I started. I was compelled to find out what happened to Liza and Conar. Do they get to be together? Does he have to marry the Princess? What happens? These are the questions I had to know before I could put the book down. This is a book that is fast paced. The only problem I could see as a reader was all the different names which are different and a little more confusing to grasp at first, but this in no way detracts from the story. This is one reader that knows she will read more books in the future by Charlotte Boyett-Compo! Amanda Schmidt Review #28 Boyett-Compo's pen tells a tale like no other. Readers skeptic of this series will be delighted once the tale begins as laughter is ever apparent even when the chips are down because the reader knows the secret Conar does not. Don't miss this one. Brenda Ramsbacher Review #29 4.5 Roses No review can do this vastly intricate story justice. So much is going on, readers become totally immersed into the Windlegends world. The primary characters, Conar and Liza, are a gripping couple with an intense pleasure-pain love relationship. Readers will truly empathize with Conar�s agony when Liza leaves after a night of passion at the inn, or Liza�s immense sadness of leaving him, never to return. Highly developed secondary characters, like Kaileel, Legion and Galen, add more flavor and depth to an already excellent story. Miriam Review #30 Charlotte Boyett-Compo is a master storyteller. She spins a wonderful tale of love and magic that has captured me. This book is the first in a series and now that I have read the first one I have to read the next one. Charlotte's plot, setting, and characters mixed with a compelling writing style are wonderful and vivid. They keep you enthralled to the very last word� I highly recommend this for those who love dark romantic fantasy! Maria Desrosiers Review #31 5 Hearts I had a wonderful time reading Conar and Liza�s love story. But what is the
secret Liza is keeping from Conar? Why does Conar turn white as a ghost every
time he is near Kaileel Tohre? What deep dark secret does Kaileel hold over
Conar? And most of all, who will Conar marry, the love of his life Liza or
Princess Anya? Charlotte Boyett- Compo is a very intense writer. She has no
limit to her imagination or her ability to write a story that will keep you
spellbound from cover to cover. I look forward to reading all of the
WindLegend Saga. If you�re a lover of dark fantasy romance, you will
definitely want to read WindKeeper. And I believe once you get stared, you�ll
want more. I give this book Five Hearts and recommend it to everyone who
knows me, and those who don�t as well. Diane T. Review #32 4.5 stars Great novel! The characters are well described and the book is a real page-turner. I can only recommend this book.The scenes are great written. The reader is already caught from the beginning on in the plot. The dialogs are amusing and funy, sometimes also suspenseful and fascinating. Review #33 ParaNormal Romance Reviews The opening tale of the Windlegends Saga, WINDKEEPER is a terrific romantic
fantasy that stars a powerful cast who make Charlotte Boyett-Compo�s sword and
sorcery world seem authentic. The story line is action-packed from the moment
that Liza rescues Conar from thugs and never slows down until the final
altercation, which provides a fine finish to this tale and sets up the next book
(see WINDSEEKER). The lead duo is somewhat typical of the sub-genre, but no one
will care an iota as they go about their adventures with fans rooting for them
to succeed as a couple and against the Brotherhood turning WINDKEEPER into a
keeper. Harriet Klausner Review #34 Coffeetime Romance Reviews 4 Cups The author has written an engrossing story of two very strong willed characters, and a dangerous journey with many twists and turns. The author has a gift for description that will enable the reader to picture every character and scene, and the storyline is so good that the reader will be unable to put the book down. This is an outstanding novel with a promise of more to come.
Maura Review #35 Joyfully Reviewed Windkeeper: Wind Legends is a story full of love, romance, adventure and intrigue. Charlotte Boyett-Compo has created a world that I could clearly see in my mind�s eye. I suffered and cried with Prince Conor, and I cheered for Liza. When an author can draw me in as Charlotte Boyett-Compo has done, I know that the story is a winner. I devoured every word and sighed with longing when the story ended too soon for me. Charlotte Boyett-Compo leaves you with a great follow up ending, and I can�t wait to read her next installment in this series. Windkeeper: Wind Legends is a recommended read for all. Idalmi Review #36 Fallen Angels Reviews: second look I have to approve of how Boyett-Compo makes Conar react. Conar is not your typical fictional prince. He is a little pampered because of his station, and he isn�t a pillar of the community. He has faults, and these faults make the story more interesting as you watch the two main characters (and several well-written secondary characters) circle around each other trying to find a happy middle. This story, while frustrating in points, more than makes up for it by being a good example of Boyett-Compo�s early writing. JC Review #37 Mystique Books I have read many romances in my time but this novel goes beyond your typical love story. The feelings that grow between Connor and Liza are real and believable. The chemistry between the star-crossed lovers is hot, Hot, HOT. Windkeeper is a wonderfully crafted story. Charlotte does an exceptional job of building a rich world and populating it with characters that jump off the page.
A word of warning to readers out there, this is not your typical romance. Charlotte does not throw any punches. Windkeeper has its share of tormented souls, dark secrets and pain. Kaileel Tohre makes a terrifying villain whose obsession with Connor will leave your skin crawling.
There are many obstacles to Connor and Liza’s happiness, and while they triumph by books end it is apparent that readers are going to be in for an emotional roller coaster as they read future books in the Wind Legends Saga.
JC Sarah Gentili
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