Book Synopsis
In ancient Ériu, Aoife's peaceful life changes forever when she discovers an ancient linen cloth hidden beside a solitary standing stone. What begins as a simple mystery soon leads her, her father Niall and the young warrior Ciarán across the countryside of Connachta in search of answers long forgotten.
Their journey takes them along ancient trails, through sacred places and into the heart of a forgotten oath that has united the people of Ériu for generations. Along the way, friendship grows into love, old enemies become unexpected allies, and the greatest discoveries are found not through conquest, but through trust, compassion and respect for the land they call home.
Book Details
Genre: Historical Celtic Romantasy
Setting: Iron Age Ériu (Ancient Ireland)
Formats: eBook, Paperback, Hardcover
Retailer: Amazon
Themes
A Story of Family, Stewardship and Home
Family and First Love
The journey begins with family and grows into a tender love story built upon trust, kindness and shared purpose.
Stewardship and Legacy
Ancient promises remind each generation that the land of Ériu is not inherited from the past, but held in trust for those yet to come.
Home and Belonging
The greatest journey is not simply across Connachta, but the path that leads home with a deeper understanding of family, community and place.
Main Characters
Aoife
Aoife is a young woman whose compassion, curiosity and quiet determination lead her to uncover a forgotten piece of Ériu's history. Her journey transforms not only her own life, but the future of Connachta.
Ciarán
Ciarán is a thoughtful young warrior whose quiet courage, compassion and unwavering loyalty make him both protector and companion as Aoife's journey unfolds.
Liath
Liath is more than a pony. Gentle, loyal and steadfast, she quietly carries both the burdens of the journey and the hearts of those she loves.
Family
Niall
Niall is Aoife's wise and steadfast father whose quiet strength, kindness and deep respect for the land shape the values that guide her.
Éithne
Éithne is Aoife's warm-hearted mother whose gentle wisdom, unwavering love and nurturing spirit make home the place every journey returns to.
Story Elements
- Ancient Ériu
- Irish mythology
- Ogham inscriptions
- Sacred standing stones
- Family and belonging
- Stewardship of the land
- First love
- Forgotten history
Companion Guide
Explore Ancient Ériu
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Visit the companion guide for Irish word pronunciations, translations and meanings, character profiles, illustrations, historical background, and maps of ancient Ériu and Connachta.
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- Irish pronunciations
- Translations and meanings
- Character portraits
- Historical notes
- Maps and places
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