Haggith, Mandy
The Lyre Dancers (The Stone Stories)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781912235582
- author:
- Haggith, Mandy
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Saraband
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 centimetres
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Historical Fiction, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Lyre Dancers by Mandy Haggith is set in Northern Britain around 300 BC. A former slave turned matriarch, Rian returns to her Celtic homeland with her daughters, only to face challenges such as plundered riches and feuding warlords. When a disaster befalls one of her daughters, mirroring the cruelty of Rian's own past, she is forced to confront her emotions. This beautifully written tale takes place in a richly imagined world that feels both distant from our own times and yet, strangely relatable. The story explores themes of family, social roles, and our relationship with the environment. With grudges, peril, and passions unfolding across its pages, this early Celtic saga is a powerful narrative that challenges modern views. The result is a compelling tale that soars with storytelling, as Rian navigates her complex world with courage and determination.
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