Saga of the Light Isles explained

Saga of the Light Isles
Books:
  • Wolfskin (2002)
  • Foxmask (2004)
Author:Juliet Marillier
Country:United States
Language:English
Genre:Fantasy
Publisher:Pan Macmillan, Tor Books
Pub Date:2002-2004
Number 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)

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)

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]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 2003-05-15 . Wolfskin . subscription . 2024-11-03 . Booklist.
  2. Web site: 2003-05-15 . Wolfskin . 2024-11-03 . Kirkus Reviews.
  3. Web site: 2003-05-05 . WOLFSKIN by Juliet Marillier . 2024-11-03 . Publishers Weekly.
  4. Web site: July 2004 . Foxmask . subscription . 2024-11-03 . Booklist.
  5. Web site: 2004-06-01 . Foxmask . 2024-11-03 . Kirkus Reviews.
  6. Web site: 2004-07-12 . FOXMASK by Juliet Marillier . 2024-11-03 . Publishers Weekly.