Cette saga plonge dans les profondeurs de la légende d'une puissante sorcière. Elle retrace son parcours depuis son enfance à Tintagel jusqu'à son ascension au pouvoir et à l'influence. Les récits explorent les thèmes de la magie, du destin et des relations complexes dans un cadre médiéval sombre. C'est une narration captivante de l'une des figures les plus énigmatiques du cycle arthurien.
Morgan le Fay's life is irrevocably changed after her father's murder by King Uther Pendragon, who desires her mother, Ygerne. The story explores themes of betrayal and treachery as Uther uses Merlyn's magic to deceive Ygerne into bearing him a child, intertwining Morgan's fate with the powerful men of her time. This dark tale delves into the complexities of her lineage and the impact of her parents' choices on her future.
Luned's aspirations of becoming a scholar-nun at Tintagel are challenged when she becomes the guardian of the troubled young Morgan, who is accused of attempting to kill her baby brother, Arthur. As Luned navigates her responsibilities, she confronts the complexities of compassion and the consequences of Morgan's actions, all while striving to maintain her own dreams amidst the turmoil. The story explores themes of loyalty, redemption, and the struggles of youth against a backdrop of ambition and danger.
Set in a mystical Cumbrian landscape, the story follows Teilo, a blacksmith deeply rooted in the ancient Old Religion. His life intertwines with that of Morgan, an enigmatic princess from Cornwall, as their shared heritage sparks Teilo's ambition to unite their powers. The narrative explores themes of ambition, identity, and the interplay between personal desires and ancient traditions, as Teilo seeks to forge a connection that could alter the balance of power in their world.
Set in a vibrant court, the story follows Taliesin, a young bard with aspirations of immortalizing King Arthur's legacy through song. Despite his talent, he grapples with the fear that he may have arrived too late to capture the king's heroic deeds, as Arthur's age looms over his ambitions. The narrative explores themes of legacy, artistry, and the passage of time against the backdrop of a legendary era.
The narrative centers around Morgan the Fay, traditionally viewed as a villain, who reveals her complexities as both a witch and a queen. This retelling explores her desire to reshape her story, highlighting her role in Arthur's healing and challenging the perception of her as purely evil. The book delves into themes of redemption, power, and the reinterpretation of classic legends, offering a fresh perspective on a well-known character in Arthurian lore.