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Preview and Giveaway: Guinevere Dawn of Legend delivers MG tale behind Arthurian Legend

7/23/2017

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When I was in middle school, my world was filled with tales about Knights of the Round Table. Their fantasy and escape to an ideal world of kindness and chivalry grabbed me.  I was wild about their 20th-century adapations, too.  Over the moon with Disney’s cartoon portrayal of Arthur as Wart in “The Sword and the Stone.” Adored the silver screen’s adaptation of "Camelot." But growing up in the Nutmeg state, my fave read was Mark Twain’s version in A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court.
 
M’lords and M’ladies: The legend continues with a new back story for children that highlights Arthur’s Queen, Guinevere.  I’m pleased to partner with BeachBoundBooks in a Blog Tour for the children's historical fiction book written by Cheryl Carpinello, Guinevere: At the Dawn of Legend.

​Pray, Gentle Folk, read on:
  • Learn more about the book
  • Catch excerpts from the tale 
  • Meet the author (a very-cool former history teacher I met in cyberspace).
  • Scroll down to the end of this post and enter for YOUR chance to win a $25.00US Gift Card or PayPal Cash
Preview and Giveaway: Guinevere Dawn of Legend delivers MG tale behind Arthurian Legend - catmichaelswriter.com

about the book

​“Think before acting,” her father always warned.
But Princess Guinevere is ruled by her heart.
​Her betrothal to King Arthur has not changed this.

Title: Guinevere: At the Dawn of Legend Book Two
Author: Cheryl Carpinello
Publisher: Beyond Today Educator
Publication Date: June 21, 2017
Number of Pages: 121
Genre: Children's Historical Fiction

Summary: 
When Guinevere and Cedwyn’s latest adventure takes a dangerous turn, they find themselves embroiled in a life-or-death struggle as foretold by Merlyn’s Goddess of the Stones.
​
Renegades—foiled in their attempt to kidnap the princess—steal the children of Cadbury Castle to sell as slaves. Guinevere and Cedwyn vow to rescue the children, but a miscalculation puts them all in more danger. The plan quickly unravels, and Guinevere’s impassioned decisions come crashing down as Cedwyn chooses to turn his dream of becoming a knight into reality. Will their courage be strong enough to survive, or will one make the ultimate sacrifice?


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​Excerpts
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1. The Goddess Speaks:
Many trials await the two of you. Perhaps the hardest are the ones you will have to endure alone.

You, Guinevere, will find yourself lost. You—who are destined to be a great queen—will have to traverse a journey of immense pain and self-doubt. You must let your inner feelings guide you. The journey will be hard and painful. You must summon the courage of your soul to sustain you.

You, Cedwyn, faithful friend of the princess and the queen. Your journey may be the hardest of all. You will be sent far from those you serve and love. Your duty will demand that you see this most difficult journey to its end. Whether it be death or life for you will depend upon many things. Your courage must also come from deep within your soul for one so young. Your love of family and friends must be great. But greater still must be your loyalty to the knight’s duty. For your knight’s vow comes soon. You must embrace it. You must defeat the temptations to turn aside for your own safety.
Preview and Giveaway: Guinevere Dawn of Legend delivers MG tale behind Arthurian Legend - catmichaelswriter.com
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Preview and Giveaway: Guinevere Dawn of Legend delivers MG tale behind Arthurian Legend - catmichaelswriter.com
2. Fathers and Daughters:
His finger on her lips stopped her rebuttal.

“Not now. Other issues demand the attention of the knights and kings.”…

“But Father…I promised.”

“So you did, daughter mine, but kings must rule with their heads not their hearts. This discussion is over. You are dismissed to go to your room. I have a knight there who will make sure your rest tonight isn’t disturbed.”

Her legs refused to move. She opened her mouth, but no words came.

“Go now, Guinevere. Before I forget you’re my own flesh and have you flogged for the dangers you’ve brought upon us. Go!”
​

Guinevere ran from the room, fists clenched, tears streaming down her face.


About the Author
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Preview and Giveaway: Guinevere Dawn of Legend delivers MG tale behind Arthurian Legend - catmichaelswriter.com
Cheryl Carpinello
Cheryl Carpinello is a retired high school English teacher. A devourer of books growing up, her profession introduced her to writings and authors from times long past. Through studies and teaching, she fell in love with the Ancient and Medieval Worlds. Now, she hopes to inspire young readers and those Young-at-Heart to read more through Tales and Legends for Reluctant Readers set in these worlds.

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Blog Tour Giveaway

Prize: One winner will receive a $25 Amazon gift card or $25 PayPal cash prize, winner's choice Giveaway ends: August 7, 11:59 pm, 2017 Open to: Internationally How to enter: Please enter using the Rafflecopter widget below. Terms and Conditions: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW. A winner will be randomly drawn through the Rafflecopter widget and will be contacted by email within 48 hours after the giveaway ends. The winner will then have 72 hours to respond. If the winner does not respond within 72 hours, a new draw will take place for a new winner. Odds of winning will vary depending on the number of eligible entries received. This contest is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Facebook. This giveaway is sponsored by the author, Cheryl Carpinello and is hosted and managed by Stacie from BeachBoundBooks. If you have any additional questions feel free to send an email to stacie@BeachBoundBooks.com.
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4 Comments
Stacie @ BeachBoundBooks
7/27/2017 12:41:03 pm

Thank you for sharing an excerpt and including images for readers. I am happy to have you on the tour.

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Cat Michaels
7/27/2017 04:55:19 pm

Fun to reimagine King Arthur again through young Guinevere, Stacie.

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Carol Luciano
8/7/2017 02:24:55 pm

Thanks for the post. I always read about King Arthur, the knights and Guinivere. My grandkids will definitely enjoy reading this.
Carol L

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Cat Michaels link
8/12/2017 02:42:03 pm

Awww, lovely book to share with your grands, Carol!

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