The Children of Gods and Fighting Men: Gael Song, Book 1
Shauna Lawless
4.3
The Words of Kings and Prophets: an epic fantasy novel based on Irish history, myth and legend (Gael Song)
by Shauna Lawless
Published Sep 14, 2023
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About this book
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
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What readers are saying
MainerGreat book in a wonderful series!
"The second book in the Gael Song series is even better than the first. The Children of Gods and Fighting Men has been lauded, justly so, in my opinion. I devoured the sequel, immersed in the troubles of the Tuatha de Danann, the Fomorians, and the Irish kings. The book is told from several points of view, and each character has conflicting agendas with the others. The author has done an excellent job weaving in plenty of fantasy and folklore with Irish history. Almost all the characters come from Irish history, whether Irish or Viking, or from Celtic myths. The Fomorians and Tuatha de Danann have been at war for centuries. The Tuatha de Danann, or Descendants, chose to retreat from the world of men to an island fortress and only occasionally intermix. The Fomorians are hidden in plain sight, ruling as kings and queens. The various Irish kings ally and fight with each other, but the central king is Brian Boru and his family. Schemes and politics abound as each faction tries to win supremacy with magic and warfare. The old religions vie with Christianity. Characters have conflicting loyalties that sometimes change in an instant. Knowing the history, I cannot wait for the last book of the series and see how the author resolves all this. I'm rooting for my favorite characters, but anything could happen. ["
September 17, 2023 Verified Purchase
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"Thanks to the Head of Zeus for gifted access via Netgalley. All opinions below are my own. This is book two in the epic series of Ireland in the days of Brian Boru and it tells us about the impact of the magical Fomorians who are dying off but trying to bring the country to peace and a place where their people can thrive. Book 1 was fabulous weaving together real history and mythology. In this story, Fodla and her nephew are trying to find a place of safety while Gormflaith is still with the King. Each is trying to survive and influence. Enter Tomas trying to reunite the magical relics of his people to claim power. I loved the depth of the character exploration as the powers become consolidated. There are no major battles in this one but there is building to challenge the Vikings and perhaps fight one another. Can't wait for Book 3! If you're a fan of Follett's Kingsbirdge series and can tolerate a little magic, check this series out! ["
December 4, 2024