Description
| Product ID: | 9781803282671 |
| Product Form: | Hardback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Series: | Gael Song |
| Title: | The Words of Kings and Prophets |
| Authors: | Author: Shauna Lawless |
| Page Count: | 464 |
| Subjects: | Historical adventure fiction, Historical adventure, Fantasy, Fiction: Traditional stories, myths and fairy tales, Historical fiction, Fantasy, Myth & legend told as fiction, Historical fiction |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating The new historical fantasy adventure that intertwines traditional mythology with the eleventh-century wars in Ireland, by irish author Shauna Lawless. AVAILABLE TO PREORDER NOW - THE PAPERBACK EDITION OF THE WORDS OF KINGS AND PROPHETS!The sequel to the critically acclaimed The Children of Gods and Fighting Men, The Words of Kings and Prophets is a powerful historical fantasy novel by Shauna Lawless, set in war-torn medieval Ireland.Power fades but fire endures...Ireland, 1000 AD. Clouds of war gather for mortals and immortals alike as the Irish kingdoms strive for supremacy.Gormflaith, unhappy queen of Brian Boru, schemes to destroy the Descendants, sworn enemies of her Fomorian kind. As her plans take an unexpected turn, Gormflaith discovers her magic is more powerful than she ever realised – but at what cost?Descendant healer Fódla dwells disguised in the mortal world, seeking to protect her young nephew – but the boy has secrets of his own. Fódla must do all in her power to keep him hidden from those who would use him for evil.When a mysterious man comes to King Brian''s court, his presence could spell disaster for both Gormflaith and Fódla – and for Ireland herself. For he is Tomas, an ambitious immortal – and he will do anything to see his plans become reality…''A fine piece of storytelling.'' Mark Lawrence''Utterly magical and completely captivating.'' Sarah UnderwoodReviewers on Shauna Lawless'' GAEL SONG series: ‘Lawless blends fantasy with historical fiction to great effect.’ SFX‘Celebrates the extraordinary history and cultural traditions of Ireland while giving voice to the women who helped shape it.’ Lucy Holland''A beguiling blend of fantasy, history, and politics..'' D.K. Fields |
| Imprint Name: | Head of Zeus -- an AdAstra Book |
| Publisher Name: | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2023-09-14 |
