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Iona: Abbess Of Beannchor: (A Short, Clean Historical Irish Novella) (Maids Of Ulaid Book 3) Kindle Edition

by Kaitlynn Clarkson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 18 ratings

She’s devoted her life to God. But what if His will is different from what she thinks?

Iona loves her position as an Abbess. It’s her calling and her life, and it’s where she feels closest to God.

But there is trouble in the land. The Vikings make repeated raids on the monasteries in the area, damaging, looting and destroying. Many villagers are killed in the raids, leaving orphaned children with nowhere to go.

Iona gets a call to go to the monastery at Beannchor to care for the orphans that are sheltering in its remains. They have nowhere to go and no one to care for them, and her heart goes out to them.

But it soon becomes apparent that it’s not safe to stay so close to the coast. Iona decides that they must make the difficult journey inland to Dún Lethglaise, away from the threat of Viking raids. They set off on foot, going cross-country to avoid the main routes.

On the trail of a horse thief, Olwydd is startled when he comes across a band of women and children in the countryside. When he hears their story, he feels torn between his duty to the King and their need for protection.

Iona convinces him to continue on his mission. But as soon as he has the opportunity, he returns to find Iona and the children, only to discover that they have been taken by the Vikings.

Will he be able to save them in time? Will Iona see that God’s will for her life might not be what she thinks?

This short, clean novella is set in Ireland in the days of the great kings; a time when Vikings raided, clans fought and adventure lurked around every corner.

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  1. Book 3 of 6
    Maids Of Ulaid
  2. Print length
    87 pages
  3. Language
    English
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  5. Publication date
    November 13, 2020
  6. File size
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08L2ZR8SB
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cockatoo Publishing
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 13, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.9 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 87 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 3 of 6 ‏ : ‎ Maids Of Ulaid
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 out of 5 stars 18 ratings

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Kaitlynn Clarkson

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Kaitlynn Clarkson enjoys writing clean, faith-friendly romance stories. She writes in contemporary and historical genres because she can’t decide which one she likes best. She’s dreamed of writing ever since she was a little girl when she would get into trouble for reading instead of doing her chores.

These days, Kaitlynn lives on a farm with her husband, two teenagers, and a herd of cows. She loves to play the piano and trombone in her spare time and is certain there will never be enough time to read all the books she wants to.

Stay in touch with Kaitlynn by joining her newsletter (and get a free book!), which you can find on her website, kaitlynnclarkson . com. You can choose one of her contemporary, historical Western, or medieval stories.

You can also find Kaitlynn on Facebook, Goodreads, and Bookbub.

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  • Adele
    5.0 out of 5 stars Insightful
    Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2024
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    Enjoyed all stories in this series. Each gave a unique understanding of who the main character was, and in this story, of how that woman's place as Abbess might have been perceived during the age when Vikings first invaded Scotland.
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  • ami
    4.0 out of 5 stars refreshing
    Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2023
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    This short story was a breath of fresh air! The characters helped each other grow & find solutions to their problems in ways that bring hope to the heart.
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  • Luci
    5.0 out of 5 stars Clean Christian romance
    Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2020
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    This novella is a glimpse into the past. It gives an idea of what it would be like to face enemies and war.
    It also gives a glimpse of what it can be like when we follow the promptings that come into ours lives through God. That His love can heal all.
    The characters are well developed and enjoyable to follow in their journey and love for each other.
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  • Glenda Parker
    5.0 out of 5 stars A great read
    Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2020
    Format: Kindle
    I really enjoyed this book. It’s well written and heartwarming. I loved all the characters. Iona is an abbess. She feels called to care for the orphans of a destroyed village. She falls in love with these kids. She and the kids are kidnapped by slavers. She is rescued by the commander of the kings guards. A journey of danger as they they obey the leading of the Lord. God has a plan for all these people. God has a plan for you too. A good plan and not for evil. Give Hm your heart and watch Him turn your life around.

    I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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  • momofsix
    4.0 out of 5 stars Sweet story.
    Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2020
    Format: Kindle
    Iona is a beautiful Abbess with a desire to serve the Lord wherever he calls her. She is not afraid to do hard things. Quick read - almost too quick.
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  • Barbara Ann Hull Labbe
    5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable Read
    Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2020
    Format: Kindle
    Iona feels God is calling her to help with orphans in a village devastated by the Vikings. After arriving to help, the Vikings return. After hiding and running out of supplies, Iona begins a journey to the closest castle for protection with the other nuns. Along the way, they meet Olwydd, part of the King’s guard. He feels obligated to help the nuns & children, but he’s also on a mission for the King. It’s a quick read of Iona, the orphans that she falls in love with & the soldier who rescues them.
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  • Voracious reader Jodi
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love of Children!!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2020
    Format: Kindle
    What an exciting story. I love the books written in the middle-ages that are clean. Kaitlynn has written 3 that I have read so far and I have loved them all. She also writes modern books the ones I've read have been a delight. So all around her stories Rock! Pick them up if you get the chance. You won't be disappointed.
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  • R
    4.0 out of 5 stars Book3
    Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2022
    Format: Kindle
    Short story when the Abbess felt she should protect the orphan children from the vikings raids.
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