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Child of the Phoenix (Mass Market Paperback)

by Barbara Erskine (Author)
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)

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  • Mass Market Paperback: 1100 pages
  • Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd; New edition edition (11 Nov 1996)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0006472648
  • ISBN-13: 978-0006472643
  • Product Dimensions: 17.8 x 10.4 x 5.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 182,243 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Born in a burning castle in 1218, Princess Eleyne is brought up to support the Celtic cause against the English. She is taught to worship the old gods and to "scry" into the future and the past. Eleyne's second sight, however, involves her in the destinies of England, Scotland and Wales.


About the Author

A historian by training, Barbara Erskine is the author of many bestselling novels that demonstrate her interest in both history and the supernatural, plus three collections of short stories. Her books have appeared in at least twenty-six languages. Her first novel, Lady of Hay, has sold over two million copies worldwide. She lives with her family in an ancient manor house near Colchester and in a cottage near Hay-on-Wye.

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome piece of Fiction!, 30 Jan 2007
By Misfit (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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And fiction it is, based upon historical characters and NOT historical fiction. The main character, Elyne, is (according to the author's notes at the end) a composite of two characters, one of them being Ellen, the daughter of Llewellyn the Great and Joanna. I admit to being a bit put off at the first part of the book at the characterizations of some of the Welsh court, particularly Joanna. Having read SKP's Here be Dragons, and having adored Joanna and Llewlleyn and their great love, I admit to grumbling abit at having Joanna being portrayed as such a sanctimonious biddy.

Then I realized this was strictly a piece of fiction and I kicked back and thoroughly enjoyed the story. Lots of truly evil villains, two timing fasle tongued kings, some wonderful heros and a spooky ghost or two. What more can you ask for in a book?

Apparently some of the reviewers were put off by the size of the book. It went very quickly for me, but then I'm the type that doesn't like to read any book under 500 pages if I can help it.
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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars fantastic!!, 22 Aug 2005
By sandraconlin (Balfron, Stirlingshire United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
Having read most of Barbara Erskine's novels I just knew this was going to be good. When I saw how thick the book was I thought it would take me ages to read, but no, in true Barbara Erskine style, the book was too good to put down. It tells the life, loves and tragedies of Welsh princess Eleyne who was actually an ancestor of Barbara Erskine. It tells the haunting story of her love affair with a Scots King. The story was all based in the one era too and not past life/present as many books are. If you enjoy Erskine's novels you will love this. I would highly recommend it to anyone, especially if you like historical novels as many of the characters in this book were actual real people. A must for all readers.
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5.0 out of 5 stars When you really need something to sink your teeth into!, 5 Feb 2003
By Carrie Bell McHugh (Wallasey, England, but currently residing in Chicago,IL) - See all my reviews
This is Erskine's finest piece of work! I love this book so much, I think I've read it at least 12 times since I bought my first copy in cloth. Since then I have owned 2 paperbacks, one which I lend out to friends and one that I read myself. If you love action, drama, history, romance and mystery all rolled into one, then this is the book for you. The heroine will live on long after you've put the book back on the shelf. She is strong and brave in a world dominated by men. I went on to read Barbara Erskines other books after reading "Child of the Phoenix" and I loved them too, but "Phoenix" is my favourite. Infact, if I had to take one book on a desert island with me (and believe me I LOVE books), it would be "Child of the Phoenix". This is her only novel set in one time period, her other books tend to involve two time periods.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A long haul, but well worth it!
I've literally just put this book down, having turned the last page.

My copy was so well worn and thumbed by previous readers that I've just had to tape both covers... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mr. J. T. P. Goode

1.0 out of 5 stars Not for me
I persevered with this one after other reviewers said that it wasn't a dual time period novel. Still didn't make any difference to me. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Bext book ever!!!!
I love this book, I have never ever read a book more than once, I can watch movies again and again, but this is the only book I have ever read again and could read again and... Read more
Published 21 months ago by B. Richardson

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply Wonderful!
What an amazing book - my favourite book of all time. The characters, the plots, the consistently enthralling storyline, the description and the depth of our heroine Eleyne make... Read more
Published on 28 Jan 2007 by kissthepast

5.0 out of 5 stars Just amazing!
Couldn't put it down but didn't want to finish it!!
This book is just amazing and definately my favourite not only of Barbara Erskine's novels but of anyone's. Read more
Published on 23 Oct 2006 by S. Tomlins

5.0 out of 5 stars CHILD OF THE PHEONIX
This is simply the best book that I have ever read!!! A book to truly get lost in. An epic tale of 13th century Britain, involving Royalty, Romance, Obsession, Magic, Drama,... Read more
Published on 8 Feb 2005 by KERRI LLOYD

5.0 out of 5 stars A well researched a captivating story
This is the second book i have read by Barbara Erskine and i found this one equally as excellent.I actually read it in about two weeks as i could not put it down, it came... Read more
Published on 8 Jan 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating! Captivating! Brilliant!
This historically based novel weaves a captivating tale of intrigue and romance as it follows the life of Eleyne, a Welsh princess whose destiny is linked to both England and... Read more
Published on 29 May 2001

4.0 out of 5 stars Brilliantly BIG read
I really enjoyed this saga. Eleyne became a great friend and I really sympathized and rejoiced with her. A trifle too long but still a super way to while away the hours. Read more
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