By Lucy Holland.
Content warning - Animal death, child death, fire/fire injury, grief, infidelity, murder, sexual assault, violence, and war.
In Lucy Holland's enchanting book, she masterfully intertwines mythology, folklore, history, and fantasy, creating a poetic narrative that captivates the imagination. The language is exquisite, evoking the image of a bard weaving a mesmerising tale of love, loyalty, and the land itself.
Set against the backdrop of a turbulent Britain in 60 AD, "Song of the Huntress" delves into a pivotal moment in history. As Christianity takes root and the bond between humanity and nature fractures, the story plunges us into a world where the ancient magic of the land is fading.
At its heart lies the mythos of the Wild Hunt, imbued with a feminist reinterpretation. Herla, hailing from the Iceni tribe, strikes a bargain with the King of the Underworld to safeguard her people, only to find herself bound to the eternal chase alongside Annwn and the hunt.
This richly mythological narrative also serves as a fantastical exploration of the repercussions when the realm of the fair folk, deeply intertwined with the world of the deceased, begins to seep into our reality.
As ancient legends collide with the shifting tides of history, the book offers a spellbinding journey into a realm where the boundaries between worlds blur and the echoes of the past resonate with haunting beauty.
Thank you so much to the author - Lucy Holland as well as Stephen at Black Crow PR
and the teams at Tor Books and Pan MacMillan for running this book tour!
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