| Book Title | King Kelson’s Bride |
| Series | Deryni Novels |
| Genre | Fantasy |
| Author | Katherine Kurtz |
| Publisher | Ace Books |
| Published | 2001 |
| Format | Mass Market Paperback |
| Condition | Good |
| Condition Notes | Good used copy with moderate shelf and reading wear. Covers have light edge wear, corner rubbing, and surface scuffing. Binding is solid and pages are clean with no missing or loose pages. An attractive reading copy of the first novel in the Childe Morgan Trilogy. |
| Condition | Good |
As King Kelson prepares to marry Princess Araxie Haldane, what should be a joyous royal celebration is overshadowed by conspiracy, political intrigue, and the lingering threat of powerful enemies. While noble families gather in Rhemuth for the wedding, hidden plots unfold behind the scenes, placing both the kingdom and the royal couple in grave danger. Kelson, Alaric Morgan, Duncan McLain, and their allies must uncover the conspiracy before the kingdom is plunged into chaos.
EugeneBookStore Summary
King Kelson’s Bride begins The Childe Morgan Trilogy, returning readers to Gwynedd after the original Deryni Chronicles. Katherine Kurtz skillfully combines court politics, religious conflict, mystery, and subtle Deryni magic while reuniting beloved characters from earlier novels. It serves as both an excellent continuation for longtime fans and a rewarding introduction to one of fantasy’s richest medieval worlds.
Collector Notes
Published in 2000, King Kelson’s Bride marks Katherine Kurtz’s return to the Deryni universe after nearly a decade. As the opening volume of the Childe Morgan Trilogy, it is considered an essential companion to the earlier Deryni novels. First printings and matching Ace paperback editions remain popular with collectors seeking a complete Deryni collection.