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The Children of Gods and Fighting Men

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THE NEW GAEL SONG NOVEL FROM SHAUNA LAWLESS, THE LAND OF THE LIVING AND THE DEAD, AVAILABLE TO PREORDER NOW!

The first in a gripping historical fantasy series that intertwines Irish mythology with real-life history, The Children of Gods and Fighting Men is the thrilling debut novel in the Gael Song series by Shauna Lawless. Shortlisted for Best Debut at the 2023 British Fantasy Awards.

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 a Fomorian, one of 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, another magical race, who are the sworn enemies of all Fomorians.
Fódla is one of the Tuatha Dé Danann with the gift of healing. Her kind dwell in a fortress hidden from the mortal world. Fódla agrees to help her kin by spying 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. But 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

'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. Highly recommended.' Lucy Holland
'An excellent read.' Mark Lawrence
'Highlander meets The Last Kingdom... 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.' D.K. Fields
'A vividly written story that makes the ancient past feel contemporary.' Joseph O'Connor
'It swept me along and refused to be put down.' H.M. Long
'An atmospheric journey into a thrilling historical fantasy world.' R.J. Barker

  • Creators

  • Series

    Gael Song

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  • Release date

    September 1, 2022

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      • ISBN: 9781803282602

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      • ISBN: 9781803282602
      • File size: 5878 KB

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • Library Journal

      October 1, 2022

      DEBUT In the late 10th century, war is the blight of Ireland, and two women will influence its fate. Gormflaith, widow of the dead Viking King and among the last of the Fomorians, who are immortal fire-mages, has great ambitions for her mortal son. F�dla is a magical healer among the Descendants of the Tuatha D� Danann, who have sworn to kill the Fomorians. Despite the fierce division and prejudice between the children of the gods and the mortals, F�dla is sent to spy on Brian Boru, who plans to become High King of Ireland. These remarkable women protect their own, and they are determined not to be pawns amidst the violent maneuverings for kingship and power. Though based on true events and real-life figures, Celtic and Norse mythology are perfectly blended into this atmospheric setting that features captivating political intrigue along with powerful emotional impact. VERDICT Lawless's absorbing debut sets the stage for an enticing new historical fantasy series. Perfect for readers who enjoy mythological retellings that are cunning, brutal, and full of feeling.--Andrea Dyba

      Copyright 2022 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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