| Book Title | The King’s Justice |
| Series | Histories of King Kelson |
| Genre | Fantasy |
| Author | Katherine Kurtz |
| Publisher | Del Rey Books |
| Published | 1985 |
| Format | Mass Market Paperback |
| Condition | Good |
| Condition Notes | Good used copy with moderate shelf and reading wear. Covers exhibit edge wear, light creasing, and rubbing consistent with age. Corners show moderate wear, but the binding remains secure and the pages are clean and fully readable. A solid reading copy of this classic Deryni novel. |
| Condition | Good |
King Kelson Haldane’s struggle to unite Gwynedd continues as rebellion, political intrigue, and ancient rivalries threaten his reign. With enemies gathering both within and beyond his borders, Kelson, Alaric Morgan, and Duncan McLain must confront conspiracies that challenge both the crown and the Deryni. Justice, honor, and faith become powerful weapons as the young king fights to preserve peace in a divided kingdom.
EugeneBookStore Summary
The King’s Justice is the second volume of The Histories of King Kelson trilogy and continues one of fantasy’s finest portrayals of medieval kingship. Katherine Kurtz masterfully combines military campaigns, ecclesiastical politics, believable characters, and subtle magic into a richly detailed historical fantasy. The novel deepens Kelson’s development as both ruler and man while expanding the intricate history of Gwynedd.
Collector Notes
Published in 1985, The King’s Justice is the middle volume of The Histories of King Kelson trilogy. It bridges the events between The Bishop’s Heir and The Quest for Saint Camber and is considered an essential installment in the Deryni chronology. Del Rey mass market editions remain popular with collectors building a complete Katherine Kurtz library.