(Book 1 of the Dalriada Trilogy)
by Jules Watson
Watson, Jules. The white mare, London : Orion, 2004.
Paperback, 469 pages
The White Mare was Australian author Jules Watson’s debut novel, the first book of an epic trilogy spanning three centuries. Deftly blending fact and fancy, action and romance, she vividly recreates Celtic Britain at the time of the Roman invasion. It is 79 AD and the ruthless governor of Roman Britain, sets his sights on the last unconquered territory in Britain – Alba (Scotland). When the King of the Epidii tribe dies, the duty falls on princess and priestess, Rhiann to continue the royal line. To help her people hold out against the Roman conquerors, Rhiann is forced into a political marriage to enigmatic exiled Irish prince Eremon. As war looms, she finds herself drawn into an unexpected journey that will reveal her true purpose in life. Watson provides plotlines that are packed with romantic tension, treachery and cliffhangers. Her attention to historic detail combined with touches of magic and prophecy makes this an appealing read.
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