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Beautiful repackage of this Barbara Erskine classic, the story of a remarkable mediaeval noblewoman whose life shaped the history of three crownsThe child whose hands would hold three crowns is born in fire.In 1218 an extraordinary princess is born. Her mystical powers and unquenchable spirit will alter the course of history.Raised by her fiercely Welsh nurse to support the Celtic cause against the predatory English king, Princess Eleyne is taught to worship the old gods and to look into the future and the past. However, unable to identify time and place in her terrifying visions, she is powerless to avert forthcoming tragedy…Despite impassioned resistance, Eleyne’s world is shaped by powerful men – but her tempestuous life and loves tie her to the destinies of England, Scotland and Wales…Readers LOVE Barbara Erskine:‘Atmospheric’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Enthralling’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Spellbinding’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Another fabulous read from the mistress of the genre’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Immensely and deeply immersive fiction’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I loved every minute’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘An exceptional writer of great books’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘You can rely on this author to keep you wanting more’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A joy to read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Captivating and engrossing’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Born into a world of political upheaval in 1218, Princess Eleyne must navigate the dangerous intersection of her own mystical foresight and the competing ambitions of the English, Scottish, and Welsh crowns. Raised by a nurse steeped in Celtic tradition, Eleyne learns to commune with the old gods and perceive visions that transcend time, yet she remains trapped by the physical constraints of her noble status. As she matures, she finds herself caught between her personal desires and the strategic machinations of powerful men who seek to control her destiny. The narrative follows her struggle to interpret her cryptic premonitions while attempting to influence the volatile political landscape of the thirteenth century.
Readers consistently identify this work as a hallmark of the author's ability to blend historical accuracy with atmospheric, mystical storytelling. The consensus among the audience highlights the immersive quality of the prose, which effectively transports readers into the complex political climate of the medieval period. Many appreciate the protagonist's internal conflict, noting that her struggle to reconcile her supernatural gifts with her limited agency provides a compelling emotional core. The reception reflects a high degree of satisfaction with the author's pacing and her skill in maintaining tension throughout the historical narrative.
Page Count:
944
Publication Date:
2009-02-19
Publisher:
HarperCollins
ISBN-10:
0007280793
ISBN-13:
9780007280797
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