Bøker av Jean Gill

1150: The Whale Road. An epic medieval adventure, set in the Viking world of 12th century Orkney. To change their doom, Skarfr and Hlif must pay the price.Warrior-poet Skarfr embarks on a death-defying pilgrimage with his ruler, Jarl Rognvald, from the wind-whipped shores of Orkney to the Holy Land. He is one of the few men trusted by the Jarl, whether facing sea-monsters or murder.Fifteen ships sail on the 'whale road' in the pilgrims' fleet. The only woman among the 'sea wolves', Hlif is respected as much for her practical skills as for her mystical gifts. Yet beneath her indomitable façade lies a secret - she is handfasted to Skarfr, their love forbidden by the Jarl's decree.As tensions rise, Skarfr is torn between fealty to his Jarl and devotion to Hlif. One oath must be broken but which one? How can he steer a course between loyalty and love without losing his honour?Book 2 in The Midwinter Dragon series, from an award-winning writer, Among Sea Wolves is perfect for fans of Madeline Miller's mythic storytelling, Bernard Cornwell's gritty realism, and Matthew Harffy's visceral medieval sagas.

'A skilfully written, beautifully researched coming-of-age story set in Viking Orkney. A rich and compelling read.'Lexie Conyngham, the Orkneyinga Murders seriesLoyalty has a price the children payIn the twilight of the old gods, when the last Vikings rule the seas, two cursed orphans meet on an Orkney beach and their fates collide. Stripped of honour, facing bleak loneliness ahead, Skarfr and Hlif forge an unbreakable bond as they come of age in the savage Viking culture of blood debts and vengeance. To be accepted as adults, Skarfr must prove himself a warrior and Hlif must learn to use women's weapons. Can they clear their names and choose their destiny? Or are they doomed by their fathers' acts? The award-winning author of The Troubadours Quartet returns to the 12th century, with skalds instead of troubadours and Viking warriors instead of crusaders. Get ready for authentic medieval adventures steeped in poetry, politics and passion. Perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell Matthew Harffy and Madeline Miller.'A stirring coming-of-age tale forged in love, inheritance and adventure - in 'The Ring Breaker' Jean Gill skilfully brings the poetry and magic of the Viking world to life.' Emily Brand, The Fall of the House of Byron'Absolutely brilliant. A tour-de-force of storytelling, Viking lore, and the rugged landscape of Orkney. This was one of the highlights of my reading year. The characters of Hlif and Skarfr are brave, resourceful and intelligent and I Ioved them both. I can't wait for their next sea-faring adventure.' Deborah Swift, Italian Renaissance series

Best Historical Fiction Award winner. Like Game of Thrones with real history. 1151: the Holy Land, where one book is worth more than a man's life.

All three books in Jean Gill's award-winning eco-fantasy series, the Natural Forces Trilogy. Included in this collection are Queen of the Warrior Bees, Arrows Tipped with Honey, and The World Beyond the Walls. IPPY Audiobook Award winner, Royal Dragonfly Award winner, finalist in the Kindle Book Awards and the Wishing Shelf Awards Bee-shifter, bear-shifter, Forest spy and woman-lover; what's second nature to four unlikely friends is a death sentence in the Citadel. Take a wild flight with Mielitta into the forbidden Forest in this highly original epic eco-fantasy series. As she grows from despised servant to Queen of the Warrior Bees, Mielitta discovers that evil can wear a friend's face and an unlikely alliance is her best chance of healing the rift between sterile Citadel and vibrant Forest. The mysterious world beyond the walls offers the answer to her identity but she knows her friends could pay a terrible price for crossing the boundary. Her natural forces tested beyond human endurance, Mielitta's bond with her bees is all that offers hope for the future. Is it enough? Can she live up to her destiny? And should she? Block Nature out and she'll force a way in. 'Jean Gill's Natural Forces series offer a rich, strange, and alluring adventure that buzzes with intrigue and nature.' The Booklife Prize 'Fabulous world-building and spellbinding intrigue, ' Karen Ingli

Ideal for fans of historical fiction and dog-lovers who are looking for a short, festive read for themselves or as a gift.

As the Mages of the Citadel fight amongst themselves and prepare for war against the Forest, Mielitta, a despised servant, has her own battle to face. Bastien and Jannlou, the boys who terrorised her as a child, have grown into their status as Mages and she cannot escape them forever. In desperation, she flees to the forbidden Forest and its dangerous attractions. Her scent angers thousands of bees and, although she survives their attack, she has changed. A strange bee symbol glows on her thigh and her senses are altered. She learns that her connection with bees enables her to summon their aid and gives her the power to shift shape. This new-found bond works both ways and the bees need Mielitta's help as the rift widens between Forest and Citadel. Can one girl and a colony of bees reunite Man and Nature, or is the split irreversible? Block Nature out and she'll force a way in.

The second collection of poetry from award-winning author Jean Gill retains the passion and spiky humour for which she is known but has matured into a unique, assured view of our world. Her most lyrical poems reveal a sensuality that lingers in the imagination.'I would not give my eyes to tune pianosbut for one brightened night to readthe raised points of your skin with blind man's fingersI might.'Other poems share political insights with timeless, incisive humour.Just like that cheated child, who eats his 'chosen' vegI'm bribed, cajoled, bombasted by each politician's pledge.This greener, better future which they say they offer me,has horizons built of money on the dead dreams of the free.Unless I stand for my beliefs myself, election meansthat I'm doomed to cast my votefor processed peas or processed beans.Divided into two parts, this new edition includes the stories behind the poetry, some personal and some on the craft of writing poetry; always surprising. 'The humour frequently has the effect of pointing up the stark reality with which she writes. She employs a variety of styles to make the collection even more interesting.' Ted Griffin, Pause Magazinewww.jeangill.com

"This is a moving story played out by every serving soldier when war dislocates families and taxes friendships." Colonel (retired)Walter Bonnici, RAMCFour years, 3 million bombs, one small island out-facing the might of the German and Italian air forces - and one young Scotsman who didn't want to be there. The true story of WW2 Malta from an eye-witness account written at the time in a secret diary, a diary too dangerous to show anyone, and too precious to destroy.Private George Taylor arrived on Malta in 1940 thinking that shiny buttons would earn him fast promotion; he left four years later, a cynical sergeant and a Master Freemason who never said, 'I was there,' without a bitter smile. Despite the times he said, 'It's me for the next boat', despite his fears that Nettie had forgotten him, George kept the motto of the Royal Army Medical Corps 'In arduis fidelis', 'faithful through hard times' and only told his diary the inside story of four long years.Now, the truth can be told.'Based on words and feelings recorded at the time it is probably unique.' Don Marshall, Military History Enthusiastwww.jeangill.com

A fantastic array of wonderful prose, from bee-keeping to Top Tips on Dogs! A FINALIST and highly recommended.' The Wishing Shelf AwardsFinalist in the SpaSpa Awards Perfect for holidays! Five-minute reads. Meet people you will never forget: the night photographer, the gynaecologist's wife, the rescue dog. Dip into whatever suits your mood, from comedy to murders; from fantastic stories to blog posts, by way of love poetry. Fully illustrated by the author in black and white; Jean Gill's original photographs are as thought-provoking as her writing. An out of body experience for adventurous readers. Or, of course, you can 'Live Safe'. Not for youthe blind alley on a dark night, wolf-lope pacing you step for stepas shadows flare on the walls.'A rare treat' - J.G. Harlond, author of 'The Empress Emerald''An eclectic mix - quite unputdownable' - B.A. Morton, author of prize-winning crime novel 'Mrs Jones'