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Beyond a Darkened Shore
- Author
- Jessica Leake
- Narrator
- Alana Kerr Collins
- Publisher
- Blackstone Publishing
- Publish Date
- 16 April 2019
- Run Time
- 12 hours 23 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
- Genre
- Children’s / Teenage fiction: Fantasy, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Historical fiction, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Relationship stories – Romance, love or friendship, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Historical fiction, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Traditional stories, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Action and adventure stories
What to expect
Vikings meets Frostblood in this romantic historical fantasy stand-alone from author Jessica Leake.
The ancient land of Éirinn is mired in war. Ciara, princess of Mide, has never known a time when Éirinn’s kingdoms were not battling for power, or Northmen were not plundering their shores.
The people of Mide have always been safe because of Ciara’s unearthly ability to control her enemies’ minds and actions. But lately a mysterious crow has been appearing to Ciara, whispering warnings of an even darker threat. Although her clansmen dismiss her visions as pagan nonsense, Ciara fears this coming evil will destroy not just Éirinn but the entire world.
Then the crow leads Ciara to Leif, a young Northman leader. Leif should be Ciara’s enemy, but when Ciara discovers that he too shares her prophetic visions, she knows he’s something more. Leif is mounting an impressive army, and with Ciara’s strength in battle, the two might have a chance to save their world.
With evil rising around them, they’ll do what it takes to defend the land they love—even if it means making the greatest sacrifice of all.
Critics Review
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“Beyond a Darkened Shore is thrilling and romantic. This is a must-read for lovers of fantasy, mythology, and folklore.”
Kody Keplinger, New York Times bestselling author
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“A true medieval epic. This book is perfect for fans of Marie Lu and Kristin Cashore.”
VOYA
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“Readers will have a great time.”
Booklist
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“Epic historical fantasy filled with deadly creatures, simmering romance, and nonstop action.”
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Details
- Author
- Jessica Leake
- Narrator
- Alana Kerr Collins
- Duration
- 12 hours 23 minutes
- Release Date
- 16 April 2019
- ISBN
- 9781982647728
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- Blackstone Publishing
- Genre
- Children’s / Teenage fiction: Fantasy, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Historical fiction, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Relationship stories – Romance, love or friendship, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Historical fiction, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Traditional stories, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Action and adventure stories
Synopsis
Vikings meets Frostblood in this romantic historical fantasy stand-alone from author Jessica Leake.The ancient land of Éirinn is mired in war. Ciara, princess of Mide, has never known a time when Éirinn’s kingdoms were not battling for power, or Northmen were not plundering their shores.The people of Mide have always been safe because of Ciara’s unearthly ability to control her enemies’ minds and actions. But lately a mysterious crow has been appearing to Ciara, whispering warnings of an even darker threat. Although her clansmen dismiss her visions as pagan nonsense, Ciara fears this coming evil will destroy not just Éirinn but the entire world.Then the crow leads Ciara to Leif, a young Northman leader. Leif should be Ciara’s enemy, but when Ciara discovers that he too shares her prophetic visions, she knows he’s something more. Leif is mounting an impressive army, and with Ciara’s strength in battle, the two might have a chance to save their world.With evil rising around them, they’ll do what it takes to defend the land they love—even if it means making the greatest sacrifice of all.
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