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Ballantine Books, Inc. ISBN:
0345-45650-5
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At
sixteen, Tristan wins the Kingdom of Britain for his uncle,
Markion of Cornwall. At eighteen, he falls in love with
his uncle's new wife, Essylte. Desire, deception, magic,
masquerade, abduction, exile, murder, heroic rescue and
wild adventure follow this fast-paced tale of love and honor
in post-Arthurian Britain.
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“[A] dazzling revision of the tragic tale of Tristan and Isolde . . .
McKenzie inserts healthy doses of romance, suspense, and betrayal
into this magical saga of star-crossed lovers torn between duty and
desire. First-class historical fiction with a mystical twist.”
— Booklist |
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“Tristan,
son of Meliodas, takes center stage in McKenzie’s moving fantasy,
the fourth in her well-received Arthurian series (Queen of Camelot,
etc.). . . . [The] tragic story unfolds
with all the panoply of the legend and comes to a heart-wrenching
end. In its depth and emotional impact, McKenzie’s series
approaches Marion Zimmer Bradley’s Mists of Avalon. Her characters
live and breathe the ways of King Arthur. Fans of historical romances
will also be happy.”
— Publishers Weekly |
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“The author
of Grail Prince and Queen of Camelot brings her own special talent
for grace and sensitivity to this richly detailed retelling of a
classic tale of star-crossed lovers. A superb addition to most
fantasy collections.”
— Library Journal |
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“Nancy McKenzie
is already recognized as the Guinevere of Camelot tales and her
latest PRINCE OF DREAMS will enhance that regal reputation . . .
The story line [is] a fresh, vivid plot that brings to life the
Arthurian Age . . . Ms. McKenzie has another winner that fans will
read in one delightful sitting.”
— thebestreviews.com |
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Ballantine Books, Inc. ISBN:
0345456483
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Before
his death, King Arthur sends young Galahad on a quest to
find the lost treasures of an ancient king — a Grail,
a Spear, a Sword — which will safeguard Britain’s
future.
For Galahad the search
becomes a transforming journey into manhood.
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Prince”
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“In this stunning
sequel to Queen of Camelot (2002), McKenzie continues to put her
own unique spin on the Arthurian legend . . . Brimming with romance,
myth and magic, this intriguing retelling of an ever-appealing fable
will appease fans eager for new twists and turns in the lives and
times of King Arthur and the knights of the Round Table.”
— Booklist |
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“Fans of Marion
Zimmer Bradley’s Mists of Avalon series and Persia Woolley’s
Guinevere trilogy will be delighted with this addition to the modern
interpretation of Arthurian legend . . . McKenzie skillfully weaves
ancient druidic spirituality and medieval Christianity with flesh-and-blood
characters; the women are strong, the knights fallible, and the
magic real. This tale of abiding love and enduring hope is highly
recommended . . .”
— Library Journal |
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“In this imaginative
retelling of the Grail legends . . . McKenzie offers a psychological
study of the ‘best knight in all the world.’ . . . Familiarity
with the Arthurian legends isn’t necessary to enjoy this engrossing
medieval fantasy.”
— Publishers Weekly |
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“GRAIL
PRINCE is a highly original interpretation of the character of Galahad
. . . Ms. McKenzie showcases the human frailties of love and honor
as the boy becomes a man.”
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“.
. . a strong look at Camelot after King Arthur’s death. The
story line is action-packed, but is more of a character study than
the usual genre novel. . . . GRAIL PRINCE will enchant the Camelot
crowd . . .”
— thebestreviews.com |
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Del Rey Books, 2002 ISBN:
0-345-44587-2
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Part I: The Child Queen
Guinevere recounts the story
of her life: rivalry with Elaine, meeting Lancelot, marriage
to Arthur — all set against a background of love,
envy, ambition and betrayal in the violent world of 5th
century Britain.
Part II: The High
Queen
Guinevere weaves the threads of
Mordred’s ambition, Lancelot’s guilt, Morgan’s
devilry, Arthur’s courage and Gawaine’s revenge
into a rich tapestry depicting the glorious era of the once
and future King.
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of Camelot”
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“A rich and
powerful tapestry of words layered in legend and myth . . . Surely
Merlin’s magic reached out to touch Nancy McKenzie’s
pen.”
— Elaine Coffman |
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“McKenzie
makes a quantum leap in defining the character of Guinevere as a
real, flesh-and-blood woman . . . Guinevere . . . comes alive
— a strong, resourceful and compassionate woman, accessible
to modern folk.”
— Katherine Kurtz |
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“An
impressive debut. Nancy McKenzie paints a believable picture of
Arthurian Britain, and has given us a portrait of Guinevere which
stands alongside those of T.H. White and Sharan Newman.”
— John Matthews |
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Dreamer of Lyonesse
Tristan the Younger, Ysaie the Sad, Aimee
and Keridwen follow their fates in this dramatic sequel to Prince
of Dreams
Guinevere's Gift
First in a series of young adult novels about
Guinevere's girlhood in Gwynedd.
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