| Synopsis: |
It is 59 AD. The Romans have subdued most of Britain, but the tribes of Cymru are proving troublesome. The new Governor, Suetonius Paulinus, believes an iron fist will finally quell all resistance, but he hasn't reckoned on the growing magical powers of Tegen, the young 'Star Dancer'. Pursued by a demon wrapped in fog, Tegen is making her way to Mona, the sacred Isle of the Druids, guided by the irritable and unreliable Kieran. She longs to leave him, but he is her only hope if she is to weave the Great Spell that will defend their homeland. Together with Enid, another druid, the three seek wisdom on the peak of Cadair Idris, the source of poetry, prophecy - and madness. From that moment, the demon's hatred is whipped into a frenzy of fury. The sea, the goddess of smithing, and an Irish Queen intervene. Using a dark mirror Etain summons Tegen and demands that she uses her magical skills to save Eriu. Tegen is unwilling, but Etain has baited the hook with her handsome son. Tegen finds love and the Isle of Mona, but Suetonius's troops have also arrived, bringing death, hatred and an old friend.From despair, hope seems to be glinting on the horizon, but an ancient ritual breaks a loaf of bread - and Tegen's heart. Book three of the stunning Star Dancer quartet. |