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The Moon Riders (Paperback)

by Theresa Tomlinson (Author)
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

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  • Paperback: 304 pages
  • Publisher: Corgi Childrens (6 Feb 2003)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 055254910X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0552549103
  • Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.8 x 2.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 163,049 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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This fantastic read follows the fate of the Amazon tribe as seen through the eyes of the young girl Myrina. Trojan princess Cassandra joins the Moon Riders and unexpected events draw them into the bloody siege of Troy. The legend of Troy and the mythical Amazon women are brought into startling focus, as Theresa Tomlinson paints the epic tale of triumph and tragedy with a human touch. 'At last they emerged from the rising dust. A great party of strong-armed young women, all on horseback, their eyes and body pictures gleaming in the torchlight.' When young Myrina becomes one of the warrior priestesses known as the Moon Riders, she is well prepared to perform their sacred dances, hunt and fight when necessary. But when the visionary Trojan princess, Cassandra, joins them, events take a tragic turn. Myrina becomes her confidante, and the Moon Riders are drawn into the drama of the siege of Troy. Mysterious tales surround the exotic but little-known Amazon women. Who were they? How did they really live? Based on careful research, Theresa Tomlinson paints a fresh, intriguing background to an ancient and gripping story, combining her own drama with existing myths.

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'At last they emerged from the rising dust. A great party of strong-armed young women, all on horseback, their eyes and body pictures gleaming in the torchlight.'

When young Myrina becomes one of the warrior priestesses known as the Moon Riders, she is well prepared to perform their sacred dances, hunt and fight when necessary. But when the visionary Trojan princess, Cassandra, joins them, events take a tragic turn. Myrina becomes her confidante, and the Moon Riders are drawn into the drama of the siege of Troy.

Mysterious tales surround the exotic but little-known Amazon women. Who were they? How did they really live? Based on careful research, Theresa Tomlinson paints a fresh, intriguing background to an ancient and gripping story, combining her own drama with existing myths.

A tremendous read and an epic novel of triumph and tragedy.

Theresa Tomlinson and her husband live in Sheffield. Over the years Theresa has acquired an outstanding reputation for her historical novels. Shortlisted twice for the Carnegie Medal and for the Sheffield Children's Book Award, she takes a keen interest in the historical background of the north-east coast of England. Of Beneath the Burning Mountain the TES said 'A small masterpiece'.

Recent visits to Turkey have sparked her imagination to research the ancient world of Troy and have resulted in this powerful story of the Amazon women.

'Theresa Tomlinson is among the strongest of a younger generation of historical novelists' Financial Times

'Scrupulous research goes into Theresa's work and undoubtedly enables her to write so vividly' Books for Keeps

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Brings the ancient world to life., 29 Aug 2004
By Rebecca Herman (USA) - See all my reviews
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Myrina is just thirteen years old when she joins the Moon Riders, a band of Amazon women who are both warriors and priestesses. She expects to stay with them a few years, then return to her village to marry and raise a family. Little does she know what lies ahead. When Myrina meets Cassandra, the young princess of Troy, the two girls become friends. But war and tragedy lurk on the horizon. Cassandra sees in her visions the doom that her brother Paris's affair with Helen will bring to Troy. But her father dismisses her warnings as lunacy. Soon, Myrina and the other Moon Riders find themselves drawn into the Trojan War as they try to help the besieged city of Troy defend itself from the Spartans. I highly recommend this book to teen readers who are interested in the legend of Troy, or Greek mythology in general. I can't wait to read the upcoming sequel!
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Thrilling Read, 30 Jun 2004
By Aurora (Sheffield, South Yorkshire United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
The Moon Riders tells the story of Myrina, a thirteen year old Amazon warrior girl, dancer, trick rider, and all round adventuress. She makes friends with Cassandra, princess of Troy, and becomes drawn into the Trojan war. Through Myrina's eyes the dangerous Achilles, the beautiful Helen of Troy, and her lover Paris, are all brought to life. What I enjoyed about this story, is that although it is based on legend mixed with history, the characters are down to earth. This is Myrina's tale, which gives a more personal feel to well known legends. The events are unfolding around Myrina, but she isn't there to see everything, such as what finally happens to Achilles - that would have been too contrived. Sometimes she's just too busy in the background, helping her friends and healing the wounded. I think this adds realism. After all, historic events happen around us all the time, but we don't witness them all personally. It tells the details that readers want to know. What the people ate, how they dressed and what they did for fun, as well as their fears and worries. Myrina, while very much a girl of her times, has much in common with today's teenager. She loves having new tattoos, adores horses, and thinks dreamily about her boyfriend. She's a bit of a show off too, and can't resist demonstrating her riding skills! It kind of makes you want to get out there and learn to ride... Theresa Tomlinson is an entertaining and gripping storyteller, with a knack of bringing the past into vivid life. Read this if you like horses, adventure, romance, and a touch of magic.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Moon Riders, 12 Sep 2003
Moon Riders is the tail of Myrina, the young Amazon warrior who helps the Trojans attempt to defeat the Achaeans in the Trojan warrior.
The fabulous story is full of drama and action. It was a great insight for me as a Class civ student. To see another side of the Trojan war.
A thouroughly interesting story- PLEASE READ IT!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Amazon Warrior book
I loved this book. It caught my eye in a WHSmiths in the Young Adults section with it's beautiful cover. Read more
Published on 21 Aug 2007 by rhinoa

5.0 out of 5 stars wow this book is brilliant!
My friend was going on about this book she had read called the Moon Riders so when i walked into the library and saw it there i thought that i might as well give it a try,and i am... Read more
Published on 16 Aug 2004 by amy

2.0 out of 5 stars The Moon Riders by Theresa Tomlinson
At the time just before the Trojan war, Myrina joins the Moon Riders, a group of female rider-warrior-dancer-priestesses. Read more
Published on 20 Nov 2003 by P. Whitelock

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Read
I read this book in 2 days and couldn't put it down, Theresa Tomblinson as a historical novelist uses historical events in this book to make them alot more realistic than real... Read more
Published on 1 Nov 2003 by littlegem65

4.0 out of 5 stars Dancing Myrina
Every young girl needs a heoine in her life, in her imagination - someone like Myrina, the fierce and feisty Amazon who dances and battles her way around the Near East in this... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Moon Riders by Theresa Tomlinson
The moon riders has to be one of my favourite books. It not only draws you in and wills you to read it for hours, but opens your mind to a whole new world beyond your imagination... Read more
Published on 13 July 2003 by Kelly Blandford

5.0 out of 5 stars An enigmatic read
I've read many versions of the Trojan War, including The Aeneid by Homer and Troy by Adele Geras. They're both from different perspectives and were indeed very good. Read more
Published on 9 Mar 2003 by mbromige

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