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Before Beltane : A Prequel to the Celtic Fervour Series (Celtic Fervour Series Book 0) Kindle Edition

by Nancy Jardine (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 14 ratings
"The sense of place and time is very well done. I could really feel myself there at the end of a chilly winter." Vanessa Couchman, author of the Tales of Corsica and the Alouette series.

Two lives. Two stories. One future.

AD 71 Northern Britannia
At the Islet of the Priestesses, acolyte Nara greets each new day eager to heal the people at Tarras Hillfort. Weapon training is a guilty pleasure, but she is devastated when she is unexpectedly denied the final rites of an initiated priestess. A shocking new future beckons for Princess Nara of the Selgovae…

In the aftermath of civil war across Brigantia, Lorcan of Garrigill’s promotion of King Venutius is fraught with danger. Potential invasion by Roman legions from the south makes an unstable situation even worse. When Lorcan meets the Druid Maran, the future foretold for him is as enthralling as it is horrifying…

Meet Nara and Lorcan before they meet each other in The Beltane Choice, Book 1 of the acclaimed Celtic Fervour Series.
“Nancy Jardine’s Celtic Fervour series has something for every reader of historical novels.” Amelia Pasch, historical author.

Admirers of the tales of Rosemary Sutcliffe will enjoy the settings of Before Beltane. Readers can engross themselves in a less well-known historical era, and will be introduced to the two main formative characters of the Celtic Fervour Series.
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"The sense of place and time is very well done. I could really feel myself there at the end of a chilly winter."

Vanessa Couchman, author of the Tales of Corsica and the Alouette series.


"Nancy Jardine's Celtic Fervour series has something for every reader of historical novels." Historical Author, Amelia Pasch.

About the Author

Nancy Jardine writes contemporary mysteries; historical adventure fiction and time travel historical adventure. When not doing multiple writing tasks, she'll be grandchild minding; gardening; reading fiction and keeping up-to-date with politics. She may also be found signing / selling paperback versions of her novels at local Craft Fairs and other large events, or conducting author talks on her novels or giving formal presentations on Ancient Roman Scotland. She's self-published with Ocelot Press. Contact her at www.nancyjardineauthor.com

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09WB2CCV7
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Nancy Jardine; 1st edition (April 29, 2022)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 29, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 5.2 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 273 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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Writer, compulsive researcher, public speaker, history obsessive, avid reader. Binge-watcher of Historical T.V. Series.

Memberships: Historical Novel Society, Romantic Novelists' Association, Scottish Association of Writers, ALLI, Federation of Writers (Scotland)

UK Writing Awards placements: The People’s Book Prize; Scottish Association of Writers B. Hammond Prize; Discovering Diamonds Reviews; Chill With a Book Reviews; B.R.A.G Medallion;

Gives local author presentations on her novels/ Roman Scotland

Contacts: http://nancyjardineauthor.com ; http://nancyjardine.blogspot.com ; http://on.fb.me/1hLgWT7

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5139590.Nancy_Jardine ; @nansjar

TOPAZ EYES "This is a stunning read, which absorbed my attention from the beginning." Author Jane Bwye

#1 THE BELTANE CHOICE " is one of the most convincing evocations of Celtic Britain that I have ever come across, and the central romance stands out against that background with great passion and immediacy." Simon Stirling, The Review Group.

THE TAEXALI GAME "This combination of fantasy and history, linked by an interactive computer game, is sure to appeal to a wide audience....the writer skilfully creates a most believable world." Adjudicator for The Scottish Association of Writers 'Best Self Published Book' competition.

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  • A.M. Swink
    5.0 out of 5 stars BEFORE BELTANE review
    Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2024
    Wow, what a book!

    Nancy Jardine’s 1st century Celtic northern Britain/Scotland really comes to life within the pages of ‘Before Beltane,’ which tracks the separate movements of her protagonists, Lorcan and Nara, prior to their meeting in ‘The Beltane Choice.’

    The characters were fully realized at each tribal holding and the nemeton of the priestesses, creating a rich world where religion, spirituality, politics, and tribal culture meld seamlessly. The looming threat of a Roman invasion, coupled with inter- and intra-tribal conflicts, set the stage for a dramatic climax and ensuing series. The chapters read so easily, and I enjoyed the switch of perspectives/narratives with each chapter.

    The maps were useful visual references, and I especially appreciated the phonetic pronunciations of character names! It only added to my understanding of the world Lorcan and Nara inhabit.

    ‘Before Beltane’ is a richly detailed and captivating prequel to Jardine’s Celtic Fervour series. I can’t wait to read what happens to the characters next!
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  • Francophile
    5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable and well-researched prequel
    Reviewed in France on June 19, 2022
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    I thoroughly enjoyed this prequel to the Celtic Fervour series. We are introduced to Nara and Lorcan, thus providing us with insights into their characters and laying the foundation for the first book in the series. Nancy Jardine’s books are well researched, and this was no exception. The descriptions of life in Brigantia as the Roman invasion gathers pace are authentic and detailed, but this in no way detracts from the well-judged pacing. Lorcan and Nara’s stories are atmospheric and pervaded by a strong sense of destiny.
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  • HM Holten
    4.0 out of 5 stars Northern Britannia AD 71 is Fraught with Tension
    Reviewed in Germany on May 28, 2023
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    Princess Nara of Selgovae, an acolyte to the Goddess, finds herself back home with her unforgiving father.

    Lorcan of Garrigill travels as an envoy for King Venutius. It is a dangerous post, and the danger only increases when he meets the Druid Maran.

    As the title states, this is a prequel to the Celtic Fervour series. In it, Ms Jardine gives a view of the complicated politics of England's early Roman occupation period. More than that, the two imminent protagonists of the series come to life as complex characters.

    It is interesting and also exciting to become familiar with the backstory, even if you aren’t familiar with the Celtic Fervour series. This prequel comes across as an important factor in appreciating the main characters.
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  • Kenny Peacock
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic prequel to the Celtic fervour series.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 15, 2022
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    An excellent page-turner introducing Nara and Lorcan describing the lead up to Beltane in the first book in this series. Not only does this give us a wonderful insight into how their characters evolved and also provides hints as to how they will further develop in upcoming books.

    This book is highly recommended for readers already familiar with this series and also new readers wanting to start with the Celtic Fervour novels.
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  • Graeme T
    5.0 out of 5 stars Before Beltane by Nancy Jardine
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 2, 2022
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    The Prequel to the Celtic Fervour Series by Nancy Jardine is a very enjoyable read which takes the reader back to the early years of the first century AD in Iron Age Britain before the full Roman invasion of Brigantia. The book gives an early sense of the Celtic people and has something for every reader of historical novels.
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