The Well of Shades
Author(s): Juliet Marillier
In the sixth year of Bridei's kingship, he sends his chief assassin and spy, the Gael Faolan, back home to Ireland to investigate reports of a powerful Christian cleric whose charismatic leadership may prove a threat to the stability of Bridei's pagan kingdom of Fortriu. Years ago, the action of a cruel chieftain caused the young Faolan to deal with a shattering blow to his own family, forcing him to leave home for good. Now he must return and face his demons..."Juliet Marillier is among the most skilled of fantasy writers" - Sara Douglass.
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"Marillier excels at breathing life into the past. Possessing the charm and sweetness of the very young, Bridei and Tuala keep their golden glow to the last page."--"Booklist" on" The Dark Mirror
""Fans of historical fantasy will devour this one and wait eagerly for its sequels."--"VOYA" on" The Dark Mirror
" "Marillier blends old legends with original storytelling to produce an epic fantasy."--"Library Journal" on" Son of the Shadows"
Juliet Marillier holds advanced degrees in music and languages, and has had a lifelong passion for both Celtic music and Irish folklore. She resides with her family in Perth, Western Australia.
General Fields
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- : macmil
- : macmil
- : 16 March 2007
- : 234mm X 153mm
- : United Kingdom
- : books
Special Fields
- : Juliet Marillier
- : Hardback
- : 823.914
- : 576
