{"product_id":"9780008587697","title":"Daughters of Fire: Discover a new favourite read from the Sunday Times bestselling author of historical fiction","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe sweeping new novel from the bestselling author of Hiding from the Light and Whispers in the Sand switches between Roman Britain and the present day where history dramatically impacts on the lives of three women.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Romans are landing in Britannia…\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCartimandua, the young woman destined to rule the great Brigantes tribe, watches the invaders come ever closer. Her life has always been a maelstrom of love, conflict and revenge, but it only becomes more turbulent and complicated with power. Her political skills are threatened by her personal choices, and Cartimandua finds she has made formidable enemies on all sides as she faces a decision which will change the futures of all around her.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the present day, historian Viv Lloyd Rees has immersed herself in the legends surrounding the Celtic queen. Viv struggles to hide her visions of Cartimandua and her conviction that they are real. But her obsession becomes more persistent when she finds an ancient brooch that carries a curse. Bitter rivalries and overwhelming passions are reawakened as past envelops present and Viv finds herself in the greatest danger of her life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReaders LOVE Barbara Erskine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e‘Atmospheric’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cbr\u003e‘Enthralling’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cbr\u003e‘Spellbinding’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cbr\u003e‘Another fabulous read from the mistress of the genre’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cbr\u003e‘Immensely and deeply immersive fiction’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cbr\u003e‘I loved every minute’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cbr\u003e‘An exceptional writer of great books’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cbr\u003e‘You can rely on this author to keep you wanting more’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cbr\u003e‘A joy to read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cbr\u003e‘Captivating and engrossing’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe epic fantasy of Daughters of Fire by Barbara Erskine, the Sunday Times bestselling author, takes a dramatic turn as the ancient curse begins to take effect. The story of Cartimandua's political and personal battles intertwines with Viv Lloyd Rees present-day struggles, creating a riveting tale of power, romance, and revenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor fans of Christina Courtenay (Shadows in the Spring), Lucinda Riley (The Seven Sisters), Santa Montefiore (The Kiss), Elena Collins (The Wicked Lady), and Paula Brackston (The Haunting of Hecate Cavendish).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarperCollins 2024\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barbara Erskine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46889032843413,"sku":"9780008587697","price":56.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0484\/3175\/9509\/files\/9780008587697_4f60ce96-b7fd-4131-9192-2a021742118b.jpg?v=1776888270","url":"https:\/\/harpercollins.com.au\/products\/9780008587697","provider":"HarperCollins AU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}