Dagger's Destiny (Curse of Clansmen and Kings Book 2) by Linnea Tanner
A Celtic warrior princess accused of treason for
aiding her enemy lover must win back her father's love and trust.
In the rich and vibrant tale, Author Linnea Tanner
continues the story of Catrin and Marcellus that began with the
awarding-winning novel APOLLO'S RAVEN in the Curse of Clansmen and Kings
Series. Book 2: DAGGER'S DESTINY sweeps you into an epic tale of forbidden
love, mythological adventure, and political intrigue in Ancient Rome and
Britannia.
War looms over 24 AD Britannia where rival tribal
rulers fight each other for power and the Romans threaten to invade to settle
their political differences. King Amren accuses his daughter, Catrin, of
treason for aiding the Roman enemy and her lover, Marcellus. The ultimate
punishment is death unless she can redeem herself. She must prove loyalty to
her father by forsaking Marcellus and defending their kingdom--even to the
death.
Forged into a warrior, she must overcome tribulations and make the right
decisions on her quest to break the curse that foretells her banished
half-brother and the Roman Empire will destroy their kingdom.
Yet, when Catrin again reunites with Marcellus, she
is torn between her love for him and duty to King Amren. She must ultimately
face her greatest challenger who could destroy her life, freedom, and humanity.
Will Catrin finally break the ancient prophecy that
looms over her kingdom? Will she abandon her forbidden love for Marcellus to
win back her father's trust and love? Can King Amren balance his brutality to
maintain power with the love he feels for Catrin?
Cold Coffee Review: I invite you to continue
this epic tale as Dagger’s Destiny takes up where Apollo’s Raven left off. It
is July AD in Southeast Britannia and main character Princess Catrin kneels by
her father’s bloody and bruised body reassured that the King is still alive.
Fast
moving drama with the characters, you came to love or hate in Apollo’s Raven
finds Princess Catrin torn between loyalty to Marcellus and her father. “How
could Catrin continue living if her heart was split between Marcellus and her
father? Losing Vala was the fatal wound in her already bleeding heart. She
trembled, recounting her father’s words. Would you bet your own life on the
gamble that Marcellus will release Vala?
Catrin’s
love for Marcellus and his failure to release Vala had condemned her as a
traitor in her father’s eyes. She looked around the stark receiving chamber and
stared at the skulls looking down on her in judgment. She remembered the dark
tale that her father had told her when she was a child.
A
mermaid, who had saved a sailor from a shipwreck, swam to shore, cradling his
head above the water. Though she desperately wanted to stay with the sailor,
she realized she was a sea creature and would die on land. Heartbroken, she
stabbed herself in the breast with a knife and turned the water red with her blood.
Grief-stricken, she floated on the waves until her body dissolved into its
foam. As the sun’s rays radiated on the cold foam, delicate fairies sparkled
over its surface.”
A
test of loyalty that no daughter, father or romantic suitor would want to engage
in. Find out what happens as this story continues from book one and prepares
the reader for book 3 in this Celtic Tale. Like me, you will keep you turning
the page as author Linnea Tanner skillfully weaves fantasy, romance, mythology,
history, and the clash of Celtic culture and the Roman Empire into the Curse Of
The Clansmen and Kings series.
I
purchased Dagger’s Destiny Apollo’s Raven and Dagger’s Destiny from Kindle and
like you, I wait for promised “Amulet’s Rapture (Book 3) by Linnea Tanner. This
review was completed on October 1, 2018.
Genre: Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Ancient Rome and Britannia, Celtic Mythology
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Apollo's Raven (Curse of Clansmen and Kings Book 1) by Linnea Tanner
A
Celtic warrior princess is torn between her forbidden love for the enemy and
duty to her people.
AWARD-WINNING
APOLLO’S RAVEN sweeps you into an epic Celtic tale of forbidden love,
mythological adventure, and political intrigue in Ancient Rome and Britannia.
In 24 AD British kings hand-picked by Rome to rule are fighting each other for
power. King Amren’s former queen, a powerful Druid, has cast a curse that Blood
Wolf and the Raven will rise and destroy him. The king’s daughter, Catrin,
learns to her dismay that she is the Raven and her banished half-brother is
Blood Wolf. Trained as a warrior, Catrin must find a way to break the curse,
but she is torn between her forbidden love for her father’s enemy, Marcellus,
and loyalty to her people. She must summon the magic of the Ancient Druids to
alter the dark prophecy that threatens the fates of everyone in her kingdom.
Will
Catrin overcome and eradicate the ancient curse. Will she be able to embrace
her forbidden love for Marcellus? Will she cease the war between Blood Wolf and
King Amren and save her kingdom?
Cold Coffee Review: Interesting
story. Travel back to a time in 24 AD where strong Celtic women find themselves
influencing Clansmen, Kings and Queens. This ancient time is set in Rome and on
the Southeast Coast of Britannia where fantasy, mythology, medieval practices,
politics, religion, Celtic culture, the Roman Empire, and forbidden romance
bring about this fictional tale tailored by well researched history,
archaeological evidence supported with a cast of fictional and non-fictional
characters artfully woven in by skilled writer Linnea Tanner.
The
story begins with Princess Catrin, her horse and her raven spirit guide
observing ships, possible war ships in the distance. Advice from her father
“know your enemies better than your friends” along with her spirit guide and
ancient powers will help Catrin through the perils that await.
I
invite you into this epic tale where “Alone in Mor’s candlelit bedchamber,
Catrin shifted restlessly under her blankets. Not having to share the bed with
her sister, because Mor was gone most of the night with Belinus, she thought
slumber would come easy. Yet an ominous fire lingered inside her and foreboding
thoughts crackled through her mind about what her father had said at the family
meeting during the festivities. When he announced that Mor must be prepared
to wed Cunobelin’s son after he renegotiated a matrimonial agreement, she
wilted like a flower denied water. The burden of keeping Mor’s secret about
Belinus weighed heavily on Catrin’s conscience. If Cunobelin found out, it
could unravel the tenuous negotiations for peace between the powerful tribal
kingdoms.
More troubling, her father instructed her on ways she could beguile Marcellus into revealing Roman’s schemes for their kingdom. Her stomach tossed with conflicting emotions about the striking Roman. How could she carry out her father’s directive when this young man made her heart race every time he gazed at her?”
Apollo’s
Raven is a fast-paced, intriguing story with characters, situations and
mystical threads sparked my interest and kept me turning the page of this
award-winning book. I pre-ordered Dagger's Destiny (Curse of Clansmen and
Kings-Book 2) so I will not miss a thing as the story continues. I purchased
Apollo’s Raven from Kindle and this review was completed on August 20, 2018.
Awards:
- Bronze Medal Winner 2017 Global Ebook Award Fantasy/Historical
- 2017 New Apple Summer E-Book Award Historical Fiction Chosen Selection
- Literary Titan Gold Book Award
- 2017 New Apple Book Awards CROSS GENRE - OFFICIAL SELECTION
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Cold Coffee Press Spotlight Interview With Author Linnea Tanner
Award-winning Linnea
Tanner weaves Celtic tales of love, magic, adventure, betrayal and intrigue
into historical fiction set in Ancient Rome and Britannia. Since childhood, she
has passionately read about ancient civilizations and mythology which held
women in higher esteem. Of particular interest are the enigmatic Celts who were
reputed as fierce warriors and mystical Druids.
Depending on the time of
day and season of the year, you will find her exploring and researching ancient
and medieval history, mythology and archaeology to support her writing. As the
author of the APOLLO’S RAVEN series, she has extensively researched and
traveled to sites described within each book.
A native of Colorado,
Linnea attended the University of Colorado and earned both her bachelor’s and
master’s degrees in chemistry. She lives in Windsor with her husband and has
two children and six grandchildren.
Interview:
What makes you proud to be a writer from (Colorado)? I’m proud to be a writer from Colorado where several authors call home. There are several writers’ organizations that provide additional education and support for aspiring authors. I’m a proud member of the Historical Novel Society, Northern Colorado Writers, Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers, and Pikes Peak Writers.
What or who inspired you to become a writer? As a young girl growing up in the 1950s in Colorado, I was inspired by myths, legends, and historical accounts of powerful women warriors, sorceresses, and goddesses. In third grade, when my friends were reading Nancy Drew mysteries, I was devouring books on Greek and Nordic mythology. By eighth grade, I was reading adult historical fiction classics such as The Egyptian, The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, and Ben-Hur. These novels swept me into other bigger than life worlds. This is when I began creating characters which I would use later in my books.
Did your environment or upbringing play a major role in your writing and did you use it to your advantage? My mother, who was widowed in her thirty’s and had to raise five children, emphasized education and supplied our household with a variety of books. She allowed me the freedom to explore my world without placing any stereotypical restrictions on me. The ability to open your mind to other viewpoints and possibilities is critical in the creative process.
When did you begin writing with the intention of becoming published? After my semi-retirement in 2010, I completed my first draft of one of the books in the historical fantasy series, Apollo’s Raven. Ever since, I continued to hone my craftsmanship and learn more about the publishing world by joining writers’ organizations and taking workshops.
What has been your most rewarding experience with your writing process? The most rewarding experience in the writing process is the creative process of conjuring characters and general plot to a story. It gives me great pleasure to weave a story together that transforms in unexpected and delightful ways.
What has been your most rewarding experience in your publishing journey? One of the greatest pleasures I’ve experienced is getting to know other authors through social media and writers’ groups. Many successful independent authors graciously support and promote each other. I’ve met fellow authors throughout the world through social media.
How many published books do you have? Book 1: Apollo’s Raven in the Curse of Clansmen and Kings series is published. Book 2: Dagger’s Destiny will be released on September 26.
Please tell us the titles and the genre of each? Apollo’s Raven; Genre: Historical Fiction/Fantasy; Fantasy Historical Dagger’s Destiny; Genre: Historical Fiction/Fantasy; Fantasy Historical
Do you come up with your title(s) before or after you write the manuscript? After I wrote my first manuscript, I changed the title from The Sword and the Raven to Apollo’s Raven.
Please list any awards that you have won: Silver Medalist 2018 eLit Award Fantasy/Science Fiction; Bronze Medal 2017 Global Ebook Award Fantasy/Historical; 2017 New Apple Awards: Official Selection for Historical Fiction and Cross Genre; Literary Titan Gold Book Award.
Which book title would you like featured in this interview? Apollo’s Raven and Dagger’s Destiny
What was your inspiration, spark or light bulb moment that inspired you to write the book (one book) that you are seeking promotion for? Book 1: Apollo’s Raven and Book 2: Dagger’s Destiny in the Curse of Clansmen and Kings series is inspired by the legacy of Cleopatra and Mark Antony but with a Celtic Twist. The female protagonist is inspired by the historically-based Celtic warrior queen, Boudica, who united the Britons to rebel against the Romans in 60 AD. It is my hope that modern women can draw on the rich traditions of the ancient Celtic culture where women owned property and could become rulers and Druids. These women fought in battles just like the men to maintain the integrity and protection of their society.
What one positive piece of advice would you give to other authors? Follow your dream and never give up.
Who is your favorite author and why? I’ve had the fortune of taking workshops and meeting Diana Gabaldon, author of the Outlander Series. One of the reasons I admire her is she writes true to her heart and graciously shares her vast knowledge and experience.
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