Child of the Prophecy

Synopsis

In the mystical realm of ancient Ireland, where the very essence of magic wanes and the Old Ones are driven to the West, the fate of the land rests on the shoulders of the Sevenwaters clan. Prophecies foretell a dire need for their intervention to prevent Ireland from losing its essential mystic core. At the heart of this struggle is Fianne, daughter of the lost Niamh, a shy and reclusive sorceress's child burdened with a momentous destiny. She must unravel ancient riddles of power, but her path is fraught with peril, for her wicked grandmother, Oonagh, has emerged from the shadows. Oonagh, a formidable sorceress intent on destroying all that Sevenwaters holds sacred, schemes to manipulate Fianne most cruelly to achieve her nefarious ends. As dark forces gather and the magic of Eire hangs in the balance, Fianne must find the strength within herself to confront this formidable evil, protect those she has come to cherish, and ultimately, safeguard the soul of her homeland.

Critical Reception

"Juliet Marillier's 'Child of the Prophecy' is lauded as a rich and evocative installment within the beloved Sevenwaters saga, celebrated for its intricate Celtic mythology and compelling character-driven narrative."

Metadata

ISBN:9780312870362
Pages:528
Age Rating:All Ages

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