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The Words of Kings and Prophets
Series: Gael Song
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THE BRILLIANT NEW GAEL SONG NOVEL FROM SHAUNA LAWLESS, THE LAND OF THE LIVING AND THE DEAD, AVAILABLE NOW! Power fades but fire endures... Clouds of war gather for mortals and immortals alike as the Irish kingdoms strive for supremacy. Gormflaith, a Fomorian and unhappy queen...
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The second historical fantasy adventure that intertwines traditional mythology with medieval Irish history by Irish author Shauna Lawless.
The second historical fantasy adventure that intertwines traditional mythology with medieval Irish history by Irish author Shauna Lawless.
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THE BRILLIANT NEW GAEL SONG NOVEL FROM SHAUNA LAWLESS, THE LAND OF THE LIVING AND THE DEAD, AVAILABLE NOW!
Power fades but fire endures...
Clouds of war gather for mortals and immortals alike as the Irish kingdoms strive for supremacy.
Gormflaith, a Fomorian and unhappy queen of mortal king Brian Boru, schemes to destroy her sworn enemies, the Descendants. 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...
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. Perfect for fans of George R.R. Martin and Genevieve Gornichec.
Reviews for Shauna Lawless's GAEL SONG
'A fine piece of storytelling.' Mark Lawrence
'Utterly magical and completely captivating.' Sarah Underwood
‘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
Series: Gael Song
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The Words of Kings and Prophets
THE BRILLIANT NEW GAEL SONG NOVEL FROM SHAUNA LAWLESS, THE LAND OF THE LIVING AND THE DEAD, AVAILABLE NOW! Power fades but fire endures... Clouds of war gather for mortals and immortals alike as the Irish kingdoms strive for supremacy. Gormflaith, a Fomorian and unhappy queen of mortal king Brian Boru, schemes to destroy her sworn enemies, the Descendants. As...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
The Land of the Living and the Dead
With war on the horizon in medieval Ireland, everything is at stake for mortal and magical folk alike. The third volume in the critically acclaimed GAEL SONG historical fantasy series. A LoveReading Book of the Year! THE OLD WORLD WILL DIE IN FLAMES. Ireland, 1011 AD. The mortal kingdoms rise up against High King Brian Boru as they seek to...Paperback$3699Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Children of Gods and Fighting Men
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...Paperback$5100Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
The Land of the Living and the Dead
The old world will die in flames… The Land of the Living and the Dead transports readers to Ireland in 1011 AD, where Brian Boru is now the High King of Ireland. His queen, Gormflaith, instructs their young son in his heritage—though only on his mother’s side. Gormflaith, an immortal Fomorian skilled in fire magic, is determined to finally defeat...PaperbackSold Out -
The Land of the Living and the Dead
With war on the horizon in medieval Ireland, everything is at stake for mortal and magical folk alike. The third volume in the critically acclaimed GAEL SONG historical fantasy series. A LoveReading Book of the Year! THE OLD WORLD WILL DIE IN FLAMES. Ireland, 1011 AD. The mortal kingdoms rise up against High King Brian Boru as they seek to...HardbackSold Out
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781803282695
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 06 June 2024
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Head of Zeus -- an AdAstra Book
Illustration: 1 map
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 337g
Pages: 480
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. Her debut novel, The Children of Gods and Fighting Men, has been critically acclaimed. The Words of Kings and Prophets is the second volume in the Gael Song trilogy. Follow Shauna on @shaunaLwrites shaunalawless.com
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