Blog Tour: Celtic Fire.

~ Alice (Ally’s Book Knot)

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Hello everyone and welcome to my blog for the Celtic Fire by Liz Gavin. As part of this post, there will be a review of the book, details about how to contact the author and an international giveaway link. I hope you enjoy this post, apologises for the cut-off banner!

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Book & Author Details:
Celtic Fire
by Liz Gavin
(Highland Celts Series, #1)
Publication date: January 31st 2017
Genres: Adult, Historical, Paranormal
Synopsis:

This is a standalone, historical/paranormal romance. Its mature themes – violence, religious war, and pagan rituals – might not be appropriate for audiences under 18.

When ancient gods ruled and Druids kept Faith alive, the Celts thrived as a democratic, matriarchal society. Then savage Roman soldiers swept across Europe, killing and enslaving. The Celts did not succumb without a fight. Their Old Ways survived centuries of ruthless domain until another menace loomed: a tortured god worshiped in cold stone buildings. The sacred shores of Avalon began to drift away, the mists threatened to hide the island from mortal eyes forever.

Against the bleak backdrop of war, the gorgeous Scottish Highlands stood tall, sheltering its inhabitants from greedy invaders. Yet the reach of the eagle banners was long and the highlanders turned to the Goddess for protection. However, the sacred groves felt silent and grim as Avalon faded away. Once sad, pealing bells began to sound strangely comforting while the high walls of monasteries offered an alluring barrier from violence. Caught in the middle of this centuries-old war, a young High Priestess might be Avalon’s last chance.

Wise beyond her years and powerful like no other Priestess in her lifetime, Rowen had served the Goddess faithfully, forsaking her family and the company of her soulmate. When the Lady of the Lake asks for another sacrifice, it might be one too many for her scarred heart. How could she obey the Goddess without betraying Caddaric? Could she trust Eochaid, who embodied everything she despised and hated? Would she be able to fulfill her duties without losing her soul?

Caddaric had been Rowen’s companion in countless lives; but, now, they existed in different realms. Beautiful Rowen lived in the mortal world while sweet Caddaric remained in the sacred isle of Avalon, watching over her. Could he step aside to allow another man – a flesh and blood man – to become her protector?

Eochaid had sworn to protect the Old Ways. The rude warrior never quite understood his faith yet his loyal heart belonged to the Goddess. A gorgeous, fiery High Priestess was not in his plans. He would risk his life to protect Rowen; but, would the Goddess safeguard his heart? Could he defend the bewitching maiden from himself?

When stakes were so high that a simple mistake could cost their very world, a priestess, a Druid, and a warrior must learn to trust each other and the mysterious ways of the Goddess. Their success would save Avalon. Their failure would tear the island from the human realm forever, condemning it to oblivion.

Failure was not an option.

(Free on Amazon from March 5th to 9th)

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AUTHOR BIO:
International best-selling author Liz Gavin, has accomplished much in her short career. Her books have made to #1 and Top Five best-selling ranks in her home country Brazil and others as diverse as Japan, the UK and the US; both in English and Portuguese, collecting 5 and 4-star reviews. Nominated for a Summer Indie Book Award in 2016, and again in 2017, this RWA member constantly seeks new opportunities to improve her craft.

This thirst for knowledge propelled Liz to leave the comforts of family and friends in Brazil and move to California to pursue a Master’s degree in late 2015. She lives in sunny SoCal, where she’s researching the writing process, for her thesis, in hopes to figure out why she creates in English instead of her native Portuguese.

Liz Gavin writes in contemporary, paranormal, and historical genres. In her sexy stories, one finds smart, independent women, who don’t need rescuing by knights in shining armor, but indulge in steamy action with swoony Alpha males with big hearts. She also writes about women discovering their sexuality and finding happiness in unconventional setups.

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REVIEW: My overall star rating is 3.5 out of 5 stars. This is a Historical Paranormal Romance set in the Scottish Highlands during the time in history with the conflicts between the Celts and the Romans.

This story follows three characters: Rowen, Eochaid and Caddaric. Rowen and Caddaric have always been made in heaven but when the Lady of the Lake asks Rowen to do one thing that could cause a betrayal. Both living in two separate worlds, Eochaid’s arrival causes conflicting thoughts for Rowen. One mistake could cause disaster for both worlds so all of the characters must tread carefully.

Each chapter in the story follows a different character POV which made the story easy to follow. The content of the book with mature scenes makes it a good 18+ story which was a fast-paced easy read. Personally for me, this isn’t really the type of book I would have picked up but wanting to expand my horizons, I enjoyed the experience.

GIVEAWAY (OPEN INTERNATIONALLY)- Closes March 23rd

Main Prize: 3x $25 Amazon gift cards

For a chance to win an Amazon giftcard to the value of $25, click on this link: http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/d04251231664/

Thanks again to Xpresso Blog Tours and Liz for the opportunity to be a part of the tour. And also to kick things off on the first day! Don’t forget to stop by all the other blogs taking part in the tour and have a really good day!

Alice x

 

 

5 thoughts on “Blog Tour: Celtic Fire.”

  2. Thank you, Alice for putting together this post and for taking the time to read and review Celtic Fire. This is my third novel, but the closest one to my heart. So your words mean the world to me.
    Hugs, Liz

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