The Monk Who Cast A Spell
Durstan Series, Book #2
by Sharon Bradshaw
In a richly woven tale from Dark Age Britain, a young Monk falls in love contrary to the vows he made as a boy, but Ailan disappears not long after they celebrate Beltane. Durstan is shocked and confused when he meets her again, several months later.
He is drawn then to Beth who believes that she can obtain the protection of the Christian Church by manipulating his emotions. When the Vikings attack the Iona Monastery in 794AD, Durstan is injured in the raid.
The story unfolds against the beautiful scenery of Scotland's Hebridean Islands. The characters cross the sea in coracles from Iona to Mull. They walk through an ancient forest to Lord Duncan's hall, inside its timber enclosure. The seasons change from spring to midwinter when the Old Gods are in the magic of the firelight, and shadows at Yule.
Fear of violence; being outcast, or enslaved is prevalent in the real Middle-Earth we called the Dark Ages. Along with the use of charms; amulets, and spells. The early Christian Church continues to be challenged by the Old Gods; tradition, and the Druids who are left. Following the destruction of their order from the late Iron Age.
And Durstan’s quest? ...To regain Ailan’s love.
Based on the Author's historical research... The Monk Who Cast A Spell is the first full length novel in the Durstan series. It can also be read as a standalone book.
Praise for The Monk Who Cast A Spell:
“I was totally enthralled by this book from beginning to end and found it hard to put down. The authors' vivid descriptions of the times these characters lived in brought the story to life from the terrors of the Viking raiders to the love story between Durstan the monk and Ailan his sweetheart and the dangers and temptations they encountered along the way plus Durstans' struggle with his beliefs. A truly wonderful story...”
~ Amazon 5* Review
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