Saga of the Light Isles
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| Author | Juliet Marillier |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Fantasy |
| Publisher | Pan Macmillan, Tor Books |
| Published | 2002-2004 |
| No. of books | 2 |
The Saga of the Light Isles is a historical fantasy duology by New Zealand writer Juliet Marillier, consisting of Wolfskin (2002) and Foxmask (2004).
Wolfskin (2002)
[edit]Wolfskin was first published by Pan Macmillan in 2002, then by Tor Books in the United States in July 2003.
In the novel, a young Viking warrior, Eyvind, joins a voyage of discovery. In the Light Isles (Orkney) he encounters a Pictish priestess, Nessa, and experiences a clash of cultures and faiths. When his blood brother, Somerled, shows his true colours, Eyvind’s integrity is tested to the limit.
Wolfskin received reviews from Booklist,[1] Kirkus Reviews,[2] and Publishers Weekly.[3]
Foxmask (2004)
[edit]Foxmask was first published by Pan MacMillan, then by Tor Books in the United States on August 1, 2004.
Though the novel is a sequel to Wolfskin, it can be read alone. In the novel, Thorvald sets out on a perilous quest to find the father he has never known. With his devoted friend Creidhe and fisherman Sam, he becomes embroiled in a mysterious conflict that will change him forever.
Foxmask received a starred review from Booklist,[4] with additional reviews from Kirkus Reviews and Publishers Weekly.[5][6]
References
[edit]- ^ "Wolfskin". Booklist. 15 May 2003. Retrieved 3 November 2024.
- ^ "Wolfskin". Kirkus Reviews. 15 May 2003. Retrieved 3 November 2024.
- ^ "WOLFSKIN by Juliet Marillier". Publishers Weekly. 5 May 2003. Retrieved 3 November 2024.
- ^ "Foxmask". Booklist. July 2004. Retrieved 3 November 2024.
- ^ "Foxmask". Kirkus Reviews. 1 June 2004. Retrieved 3 November 2024.
- ^ "FOXMASK by Juliet Marillier". Publishers Weekly. 12 July 2004. Retrieved 3 November 2024.