The Children of Gods and Fighting Men by Shauna Lawless Paperback Book

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An Irish historical fantasy adventure that intertwines traditional mythology with the tenth-century wars in Ireland.

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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

Author Biography

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

Review

Highlander meets The Last Kingdom as feuding clans of magical undying vie for control of tenth-century Ireland in this assured and captivating debut. Themes of motherhood and conflicted obligation lie at the heart of Shauna Lawless's historical fantasy, explored through the eyes of two powerful women compelled to navigate a land where men hold sway, or think they do. I was hooked from page one -- Anthony RyanA compelling and fascinating tale, written with great skill, that draws the reader into a world full of magic, betrayal, warring kings and mythology. 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 AryanGripping and beautiful. A Celtic Last Kingdom with wild magic and fierce heroines -- Anna Smith SparkLawless writes historical fiction steeped in fantasy and mythology like Bernard Cornwell, Mary Stewart, and Stephen Lawhead at the top of their games. I don't say this lightly either, I'm aware of the track record and accomplishments of these authors. But I have to say that Lawless more than holds her own among that lofty company. If you are an admirer of those books, you will absolutely love this... Shauna Lawless has loudly and triumphantly announced her presence to the world with this unforgettable debut and first book in the Gael Song series * Out Of This World SFF *A beguiling blend of fantasy, history, and politics... Every turn of the page ratchets up the tension. To read this novel is to fall into a richly imagined web of lives. A gripping start to this series -- D.K. FieldsAn atmospheric journey into a thrilling historical fantasy world that feels like it should be real -- R.J. BarkerAn epic historical fantasy that weaves myth and history into an sprawling tale of magic, intrigue, and war. Through the perspectives of Gormflaith and Fódla we pass through the years at a breakneck speed... Lawless weaves a complex and enticing narrative: there are plots and counterplots, and we move through the years swiftly as these slow plans grow to fruition. The intricacies of life in tenth-century Ireland are lovingly portrayed, from the cultural mix of Vikings, Irish, and English, to the merchant markets full of traders from far off lands. A must-read for those who love Irish mythology and history. An absorbing and richly detailed historical fantasy -- Ian Green

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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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"If magical and political intrigue is your thing, try The Children of Gods and Fighting Men , by Shauna Lawless, the first installment in a new series combining Irish mythology and real-life history." -- Parade "An effortless combination of history, fantasy and myth , The Children of Gods and Fighting Men enraptured me from start to finish. Rife with atmosphere and armies, magic and compelling characters, it swept me along and refused to be put down. I simply loved it, and I cannot wait for Lawless's next work." - H.M. Long, author of Hall of Smoke ' Highlander meets The Last Kingdom as feuding clans of magical undying vie for control of tenth-century Ireland in this assured and captivating debut. Themes of motherhood and conflicted obligation lie at the heart of Shauna Lawless's historical fantasy, explored through the eyes of two powerful women compelled to navigate a land where men hold sway, or think they do. I was hooked from page one." --Anthony Ryan, author, The Pariah "A blend of fantasy and history that works extremely well . Many of the characters in the book were real people, powerbrokers of the time. The main events in the novel are key events of Irish history. Whilst the story is grounded in the real world, its narrators are something more supernatural. . . . Shauna Lawless never allows legend to overshadow the historical record. Instead, she weaves folk tales into the gaps of history, making a stronger whole . . . . Highly recommended." -- Geek Dad

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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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Debut Irish author based in Northern Ireland with a passion for history and mythology.

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Now in paperback An Irish historical fantasy adventure that intertwines traditional mythology with the tenth-century wars in Ireland. Greek and Norse mythology is experiencing a resurgence and there's a gap in the market for Irish mythology and history. Debut Irish author with a passion for history and mythology. Ireland's answer to Game of Thrones . MARKET: E.J. Mellow; Genevieve Gornichec; H.M. Long; George R.R. Martin.

Details ISBN1803282649 Author Shauna Lawless Series Gael Song Year 2023 ISBN-10 1803282649 ISBN-13 9781803282640 Publication Date 2023-05-11 UK Release Date 2023-05-11 Format Paperback Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom NZ Release Date 2023-05-11 Imprint Head of Zeus -- an AdAstra Book Illustrations 1 map Pages 464 Alternative 9781803282602 DEWEY 823.92 Audience General AU Release Date 2023-09-04 Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC We've got this

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