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The Children of Gods and Fighting Men
Series: Gael Song
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The Children of Gods and Fighting Men
An Irish historical fantasy adventure that intertwines traditional mythology with the tenth-century wars in Ireland.
An Irish historical fantasy adventure that intertwines traditional mythology with the tenth-century wars in Ireland, by debut author Shauna Lawless.
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The first in a gripping new historical fantasy series that intertwines Irish mythology with real-life history, The Children of Gods and Fighting Men is the thrilling debut novel by Shauna Lawless.
They think they've killed the last of us...
981 AD. The Viking King of Dublin is dead. His young widow, Gormflaith, has ambitions for her son – and herself – but Ireland is a dangerous place and kings tend not to stay kings for long. Gormflaith also has a secret. She is one of the Fomorians, an immortal race who can do fire-magic. She has kept her powers hidden at all costs, for there are other immortals in this world – like the Tuatha Dé Danann, a race of warriors who are sworn to kill Fomorians.
Fódla is one of the Tuatha Dé Danann with the gift of healing. Her kind dwell hidden in a fortress, forbidden to live amongst the mortals. Fódla agrees to help her kin by going to spy on Brian Boru, a powerful man who aims to be High King of Ireland. She finds a land on the brink of war – a war she is desperate to stop. However, preventing the loss of mortal lives is not easy with Ireland in turmoil and the Fomorians now on the rise...
Reviewers on The Children of Gods and Fighting Men:
'Highlander meets The Last Kingdom in this assured and captivating debut... I was hooked from page one' Anthony Ryan
'Gripping and beautiful. A Celtic Last Kingdom with wild magic and fierce heroines' Anna Smith Spark
'A beguiling blend of fantasy, history, and politics. A gripping start to this series' D.K. Fields
'An epic historical fantasy that weaves myth and history into a sprawling tale of magic, intrigue, and war. Absorbing and richly detailed' Ian Green
'With all the complex political machinations of A Song of Ice and Fire and the bloody battles of The Warlord Chronicles, it's ideal for fans of both' Stephen Aryan
'An atmospheric journey into a thrilling historical fantasy world' R.J. Barker
Series: Gael Song
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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
The Children of Gods and Fighting Men has been praised as a captivating debut, blending elements of historical fiction, fantasy, and mythology in a way reminiscent of great authors like Bernard Cornwell. Set in tenth-century Ireland, it features complex political intrigue and compelling female protagonists. Reviewers have noted its rich narrative filled with magic, betrayal, and gripping battles, making it highly recommended for fans of historical and epic fantasy.
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ISBN: 9781803282640
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 11 May 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Head of Zeus -- an AdAstra Book
Illustration: 1 map
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 464
About the Author
Shauna Lawless is an avid reader of Irish mythology and folklore. As an Irish woman, she loves that Irish mythology has inspired so many stories over the years, however, she wanted to explore the history and mythology of Ireland in a more authentic way. She lives in Northern Ireland with her family. Follow Shauna on @shaunaLwrites shaunalawless.com
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