The Harp of Kings: A Warrior Bards Novel 1
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The Harp of Kings: A Warrior Bards Novel 1
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The Harp of Kings: A Warrior Bards Novel 1
A young woman is both a bard, and a warrior, in this thrilling historical fantasy from the author of the Sevenwaters novels.
A young woman is both a bard, and a warrior, in this thrilling historical fantasy from the author of the Sevenwaters novels.
Completely transported me to the wonder and enchantment of ancient Ireland. - Callie Bates, author of The Waking Land
SHORTLISTED FOR THE AUREALIS AWARDS FOR BEST YOUNG ADULT AND BEST FANTASY NOVEL 2019
Bard. Warrior. Rebel.
Eighteen-year-old Liobhan is a powerful singer and an expert whistle player. Her brother has a voice to melt the hardest heart and is a rare talent on the harp. But Liobhan's burning ambition is to join the elite warrior band on Swan Island. While she and her brother are competing for places in this band, they are asked to go undercover as travelling minstrels. For Swan Island trains both warriors and spies.
Their mission is to find and retrieve a precious harp, an ancient symbol of kingship. If the harp is not played at the upcoming coronation, the heir will not be accepted and the kingdom will be thrown into turmoil. Faced with plotting courtiers, secretive druids, an insightful storyteller, and a boorish Crown Prince, Liobhan soon realises an Otherworld power may be meddling in the affairs of the realm. When ambition clashes with conscience, Liobhan must make a bold decision - and the consequences may break her heart.
This breathtaking, often heartbreaking Celtic-flavoured fantasy novel from Marillier (the Blackthorn & Grim series) couches a challenging quest in storytelling both earthy and unearthly ... Most satisfying is [Marillier's] ability to weave multiple strands of narrative into a brilliant tapestry. This lush fantasy is sure to win Marillier many new fans. - Publishers Weekly
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The Harp of Kings by Juliet Marillier has been praised for its rich and engaging storytelling, intricate world-building, and compelling characters. Readers appreciate the masterful blend of fantasy elements with a coming-of-age tale, noting the immersive atmosphere and vivid descriptions. The novel's exploration of themes such as identity, duty, and the power of music resonates with many fans of the genre.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781760783297
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 27 August 2019
Country: Australia
Imprint: Macmillan Australia
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 32.0mm
Width: 155.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 508g
Pages: 400
About the Author
Juliet Marillier was born in New Zealand and grew up surrounded by Celtic music and stories. Her own Celtic-Gaelic roots inspired her to write her first series, the Sevenwaters Trilogy. Her lifelong interest in history, folklore and mythology has had a major influence on her writing. Juliet is the author of twenty historical fantasy novels for adults and young adults, as well as a book of short fiction. Juliet's novels and short stories have won many awards. She is a member of the druid order OBOD (the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids.)
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