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Praise for ‘Daughters of Fire’:
‘Riveting timeslip novel.’ Fanny Blake, Woman and Home
‘A fascinating spotlight on a dark age.’ Bella
Praise for Barbara Erskine:
'Her forte is mood, atmosphere and the toe-curling frisson.' Sunday Times
‘Readers of Barbara Erskine are held in thrall.’
Woman’s Realm
‘Stephen King meeting Ruth Rendell.’ Frank Delaney
'Barbara Erskine's storytelling talent is undeniable.' The Times
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The sweeping new novel from the bestselling author of LADY OF HAY switches between Roman Britain and the present day where history dramatically impacts on the lives of three women.
Two thousand years ago, as the Romans invade Britannia, the princess who will become the powerful queen of the great tribe of the Brigantes, watches the enemies of her people come ever closer. Cartimandua's world is, from the start, a maelstrom of love and conflict; revenge and retribution.
In the present day, Edinburgh-based historian, Viv Lloyd Rees, has immersed herself in the legends surrounding the Celtic queen. She has written a book and is working on a dramatisation of the young queen's life with the help of actress, Pat Hebden.
Cartimandua's life takes one unexpected turn after another as tragedy changes the course of her future. But the young queen has formidable enemies – among them Venutios, her childhood sparring partner, and Medb, a woman whose jealousy threatens not only her happiness but her life.
Viv's Head of Department, Hugh Graham, hounds her as she struggles to hide her visions of Cartimandua and her conviction that they are real. Her obsession grows ever more persistent and threatening as she takes possession of an ancient brooch that carries a curse. Both Pat and Hugh are drawn into this dual existence of bitter rivalry and overwhelming love as past envelopes present and the trio find themselves facing the greatest danger of their lives.
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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Barbara Erskine is a history graduate and no doubt this has helped her a great deal in her writing of historical novels. She has several best selling internationally acclaimed novels and these help to demonstrate her love of history and also her interest in the supernatural. She lives with her family in an ancient manor house near Colchester, a place that is, itself steeped in history, particularly around the time of the Roman occupation.
Much to my shame I always used to think that good historical novels were always written by men, which of course is complete nonsense and Barbara Erskine is one of those female authors who prove the point. This book switches between the past, Roman Britain and the present day, where history impacts quite dramatically on the lives of three women.
The novel features Cartiimandua, a young woman destined to become the ruler of one of the greatest British tribes, the Brigantes. As her power grows her life becomes ever more complicated. She knows that she enemies on all sides, not only from the Roman invaders but people much closer to her. She has to make a choice that will change the future forever . . .
In the present day, Viv Lloyd Rees a historian has specialized in the tales that abound about the Celtic queen. She becomes so immersed in her work that she starts to have visions of Cartimandua herself. Viv's obsession with the subject becomes even greater when she takes possession of an ancient brooch. A piece of jewellery that provides a link with the past. Then suddenly without warning the past intertwines with the present and Viv finds herself in danger of her life.
Much to my shame I always used to think that good historical novels were always written by men, which of course is complete nonsense and Barbara Erskine is one of those female authors who prove the point. This book switches between the past, Roman Britain and the present day, where history impacts quite dramatically on the lives of three women.
The novel features Cartiimandua, a young woman destined to become the ruler of one of the greatest British tribes, the Brigantes. As her power grows her life becomes ever more complicated. She knows that she enemies on all sides, not only from the Roman invaders but people much closer to her. She has to make a choice that will change the future forever . . .
In the present day, Viv Lloyd Rees a historian has specialized in the tales that abound about the Celtic queen. She becomes so immersed in her work that she starts to have visions of Cartimandua herself. Viv's obsession with the subject becomes even greater when she takes possession of an ancient brooch. A piece of jewellery that provides a link with the past. Then suddenly without warning the past intertwines with the present and Viv finds herself in danger of her life.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I found this book very interesting.
Having waited with baited breath for it's release I had anticipated something along the lines of LADY OF HAY and I was right it is along the lines but does not quite reach the finishing post! I became frustrated with the present day charecters. I would recommend it but would say it's not quite her usual not as good as Midnight is a lonely place or Kingdom of shadows-nowhere near Lady of hay but on par with Child of the Pheonix
Having waited with baited breath for it's release I had anticipated something along the lines of LADY OF HAY and I was right it is along the lines but does not quite reach the finishing post! I became frustrated with the present day charecters. I would recommend it but would say it's not quite her usual not as good as Midnight is a lonely place or Kingdom of shadows-nowhere near Lady of hay but on par with Child of the Pheonix
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Like others before, I too was very reluctantly disappointed in this book as it did repeat the same things over and over again. The characters always seemed to be doing the same things but in different locations. The best BE novel to my mind was 'Lady of Hay' and I have read and own them all. Of course, a lot of research must have gone into this and it IS very entertaining and yes I DID find it difficult to put down - but all the time getting more and more exasperated by the repetition .... perhaps I was waiting for something new to happen?
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Daughters of Fire
I am currently reading this book by Barbara Erskine; having read all her books, starting a number of years ago with Lady of Hay, I have read each book as it was published. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Inky
Daughters of fire
I enjoyed this book as I always do when written by Barbara Erskine however I did find a little slow to start with. Read more
Published 1 month ago by W. Tomlinson
A desperate sledgehammer
I'm halfway through but not sure if I'm going to finish this book as I am rapidly tiring of most of the main characters, especially those in the modern day. Read more
Published 11 months ago by ValinKent
Daughters of Fire by Barbara Erskine
As is the norm for Barbara Erskine, this is a story of two halves..one in the present and one in the past. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Sandra Rowe
Tedious ridiculous "cobblers"
I have read quite a few Barbara Erskine books; & my 2 favourite are Child of the Phoenix & Lady of Hay. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Pirates Girl
Fascinating historical background - modern setting less so
I read Lady of Hay some years ago and enjoyed it, although I didn't think it was a beach read! History/the present day is more suited to an autumn's day with a glass of good red... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Ms. K. Johnston
Another Fantastic Read
Another fantastic book by Barbara Erskine, I have read all of her books (just about to start Times Legacy) and have yet to be be disapointed. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Jo
Plodding along
I've read many Barbara Erskine books over the years but sadly this is the one I've enjoyed the least. Read more
Published on 10 Mar 2010 by Laura
Um... Did no one else think they're all bonkers?
This author is undoubtedly talented; her historical knowledge, the depth of her research and the well-paced stories she tells are testament to her ability. Read more
Published on 2 Dec 2009 by Lauren
another ghostly tale
Once again the old formula is followed but the book passes a few nights pleasantly.
Published on 7 April 2009 by C. Ashton
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