Shrouded in mystery, ancient Eire nurtured a people both eloquent and fierce. Scholars and warriors were honored with like reverence and women were recognized as equals to men. Within this isolated world of poetry and warfare, Keelin, a fearless chieftain's daughter, struggles to understand her fate. Gifted by the gods in the arts of healing and telepathy, and destined to become a priestess, she nonetheless rails against such a solitary and self-sacrificing life. She chafes under the strict tutelage of the austere priestess, Nuala, who demands unerring scholarship and dedication. Torn by conflicting emotions, Keelin imagines a life possible only in her dreams.
Keelin’s troubles are soon overshadowed by a deadly threat to her island home. Déaglán, a seafarer and spy, returns from a voyage with frightening news. The most powerful civilization in the ancient world has turned a covetous eye toward Eire and an invasion is imminent. Rife with clan rivalries and blood feuds, Eire and its defiantly independent people seem doomed. Keelin is forced to resolve her internal strife and quickly hone her extrasensory powers—powers she has kept carefully hidden—to help defeat the invader. So, too, Eire’s clans must unite their warriors to battle the forces of the Roman Empire. Among these warriors is Brian, who Keelin has alternately hated and loved for as long as she can remember. The approaching battle will irrevocably seal their fate.
Historical fantasy fiction that is so compelling to me. Rich and vibrant this author detailed work comes to life . Stunning characters developed and atmospheric.
This is my go to Genre thanks for providing this on BookishFirst.
I am excited to see how this story develops.
The cover is perfect for the storyline
Keelin’s troubles are soon overshadowed by a deadly threat to her island home. Déaglán, a seafarer and spy, returns from a voyage with frightening news. The most powerful civilization in the ancient world has turned a covetous eye toward Eire and an invasion is imminent. Rife with clan rivalries and blood feuds, Eire and its defiantly independent people seem doomed. Keelin is forced to resolve her internal strife and quickly hone her extrasensory powers—powers she has kept carefully hidden—to help defeat the invader. So, too, Eire’s clans must unite their warriors to battle the forces of the Roman Empire. Among these warriors is Brian, who Keelin has alternately hated and loved for as long as she can remember. The approaching battle will irrevocably seal their fate.
Historical fantasy fiction that is so compelling to me. Rich and vibrant this author detailed work comes to life . Stunning characters developed and atmospheric.
This is my go to Genre thanks for providing this on BookishFirst.
I am excited to see how this story develops.
The cover is perfect for the storyline