Helpful Score: 2
This fantasy is based on the real historical characters of Bridei, a young nobleman who ruled the Picts from 554 AD, and his mentor Broichan. The location is what is currently Scotland. This is a beautiful tale told only as Juliet Marillier can do. As in her Sevenwaters Trilogy, she captures the deep emotions of her characters and presents them to the reader in such realitiy that one actually feels the same emotions. A memorable read.
