The Prize

By: Julie Garwood

Narrated by: Anne Flosnik

Length: 12 hrs and 11 mins

Publisher's summary

In the resplendence of William the Conqueror's London court, the lovely Saxon captive, Nicholaa, was forced to choose a husband from the assembled Norman nobles. She chose Royce, a baron warrior whose fierce demeanor could not conceal his chivalrous and tender heart. Resourceful, rebellious and utterly naive, Nicholaa vowed to bend Royce to her will, despite the whirlwind of feelings he aroused in her. Ferocious in battle, seasoned in passion, Royce was surprised by the depth of his emotion whenever he caressed his charming bride.

In a climate of utmost treachery, where Saxons still intrigued against their Norman invaders, Royce and Nicholaa revelled in their precious new love...a fervent bond soon to be disrupted by the call of blood, kin, and country!

©1991 Julie Garwood (P)2009 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

Pathetic heroin makes it less than a great book

I like Garwood's work. She writes technically correct books that usually are really entertaining. That said, The Prize does not sit high on my list.
I found Nicolas to be insecure and demanding to a point of being pathetic. She just wasn't a strong mate for Royce and made him look shabby.
I would not recommend this as one of Garwood"s books that need to be in your library. There are plenty of her other books that deserve that position.

this is an excellent book to read

I love this book listen to it 2 days by the way this lady writes keep you in suspense

Could use a little more of a story line

The book was good and the narrator was fab. as always, but, I wish there was more of a story line as the other Garwood novels. Her history was well done and her decriptions were great but I wish there was a little more twist and turns as in previous reads. It was kind of predictable. I wouldnt of missed the book because Garwood and Flosnik are 2 of my favorites but with as long as it was there could of been more to the book. Still worth getting and a decent price.

Pretty good

Not at the literary level that I expect from Julie. There was just too much “training” of the female character. In reality the character development was excessive in both main characters. There were some tedious parts that I was hoping for the end of the story. However, the story did end on a high note but left a number of loose ends. Could probably do a couple of sequels from this story but hopefully with much improved quality.

Read for the 4th time!

This book is another wonderful story by Julie Garwood. I simply get lost within the chapters as the main characters are intertwined with each other, emotions are always high and change from moment to moment. Regardless if the emotion is anger, love, jealousy, or revenge, it is displayed with humor and honesty. I will continue to read these books, enjoying each chapter.

I love Julie Garwood!

I love all the historical romances by Julie Garwood. The Prize is one of my favorites by Julie Garwood; I love the heroin and hero in this story, they are perfect. I def recommend!

Laugh and Cry

I loved this story - it had me laughing out loud and crying.

The suspense and just a bit of sexy was the icing on the cake!!

Another great book

Julie Garwood pens books in such a way that reader can easily follow. This audible version is exception. The narrator remains true to character and doesn’t confuse the voices. It’s truly one of my favorite books.

Great Story

Love Julie Garwood. Have read this many times and enjoyed hearing it as well.

Good book? Who knows . . .

This is one for Kindle. Anne Flosnik's weird interpretation of speaking English is so painful to listen to I just couldn't stand it. I LOVED her in the Kushiel books, but this is a book worthy of someone who doesn't sound like her jaws are mechanical and run by steam.

I may try to read it on ebook at some point. maybe.

Wish publishers would take the hint about Flosnik before she ruins more books.