A fictional account of ancient Ireland's battle against a takeover by the Roman Empire, this book also incorporates magic, time travel, espionage, and romance.
Keelin has the ability to heal, but she also has other abilities that most of her friends and neighbors are unaware of. When the clans find out that a Roman general is planning on invading Eire (Ireland), the clans must band together and train for months to get ready to defend their country from occupation, slaughter, and slavery. Keelin will get the chance to do more than she ever thought possible, work with the man she has known since childhood, and perhaps even find her destiny along the way.
I enjoyed this book overall, especially because it was set in ancient Ireland. The characters were easy to sympathize with, and the setting was well written. I liked reading about the battle strategies, the characters' relationships, and the historical ties. The actual battle itself was probably my favorite part of the book. I did find myself getting bogged down in the middle of the book, so one of my quibbles is the lack of action, as well as the simple world building that could have given so much more. The content overall is not objectionable, except for some mild profanity, some battle violence, and brief sexual content that is basically closed door. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys historical fiction mixed with magic and romance.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley's Bookish First program. A positive review was not required, and all opinions expressed are entirely my own.
Keelin has the ability to heal, but she also has other abilities that most of her friends and neighbors are unaware of. When the clans find out that a Roman general is planning on invading Eire (Ireland), the clans must band together and train for months to get ready to defend their country from occupation, slaughter, and slavery. Keelin will get the chance to do more than she ever thought possible, work with the man she has known since childhood, and perhaps even find her destiny along the way.
I enjoyed this book overall, especially because it was set in ancient Ireland. The characters were easy to sympathize with, and the setting was well written. I liked reading about the battle strategies, the characters' relationships, and the historical ties. The actual battle itself was probably my favorite part of the book. I did find myself getting bogged down in the middle of the book, so one of my quibbles is the lack of action, as well as the simple world building that could have given so much more. The content overall is not objectionable, except for some mild profanity, some battle violence, and brief sexual content that is basically closed door. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys historical fiction mixed with magic and romance.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley's Bookish First program. A positive review was not required, and all opinions expressed are entirely my own.