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Hallowed Isle #2
Die Herrin der Raben.
Der junge Oesc, der Enkel Hengests des Eroberers, gelangt als Geisel an den Hof Artors, des Königs der Briten. Die beiden Gegner werden zu Freunden. Doch ihre Freundschaft kann nicht von Dauer sein. Denn Oesc dient Woden, dem Herrn der Raben, und Artor ist der Erbe einer uralten Macht, die über seine Mutter, die Herrin vom See, auf ihn gekommen ist. Oesc wird zum Spielball der politischen Kräfte, und bald sieht er sich auf der Seite derer wieder, die gegen Artor in den Krieg ziehen ...
287 pages, Hardcover
First published April 6, 1999
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About the author
Diana L. Paxson
170 books409 followersDiana L. Paxson (born 1943) is a novelist and author of nonfiction, primarily in the fields of Paganism and Heathenism. Her published works include fantasy and historical fiction novels, as well as numerous short stories. More recently she has also published nonfiction books about Pagan and Heathen religions and practices.
In addition to her multiple novels and collaborations, she has written over seventy short stories. Her best-known works are the Westria novels, and the later books in the Avalon series, which she first co-wrote with Marion Zimmer Bradley, then took over sole authorship of after Bradley's death.
Paxson was nominated for the Mythopoeic Fantasy Awards twice, in 1989 for the "White Raven" and in 1983 for "Lady of Light".
Paxson's non-fiction books include Taking Up the Runes, Essential Asatru, and Trance-Portation. She writes a regular column for the women's spirituality magazine, Sagewoman.
Paxson has been active in the leadership of a number of organizations. She hosted the first activities of the Society for Creative Anachronism, and was subsequently among that group's founding Directors and Corporate Officers when it incorporated[1]. She was the western regional director of the Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America, and is a frequent panelist at science fiction conventions, especially Baycon, where she was the 2007 Fantasy Guest of Honor.
A leader in the Neopagan and Heathen revivals, Paxson is the founder of the The Fellowship of the Spiral Path and has served as First Officer of the Covenant of the Goddess. She has been Steerswoman of the Heathen group, The Troth, a member of its Board of Directors, and currently edits its journal, Idunna. She is a pioneer in the revival of Oracular Seidh, which she has taught and performed at many Neopagan and heathen festivals and retreats.
She composes and plays music for the harp. She currently lives at her home, Greyhaven, in Berkeley, California.
More can be found on her blog: http://dpaxson.livejournal.com
In addition to her multiple novels and collaborations, she has written over seventy short stories. Her best-known works are the Westria novels, and the later books in the Avalon series, which she first co-wrote with Marion Zimmer Bradley, then took over sole authorship of after Bradley's death.
Paxson was nominated for the Mythopoeic Fantasy Awards twice, in 1989 for the "White Raven" and in 1983 for "Lady of Light".
Paxson's non-fiction books include Taking Up the Runes, Essential Asatru, and Trance-Portation. She writes a regular column for the women's spirituality magazine, Sagewoman.
Paxson has been active in the leadership of a number of organizations. She hosted the first activities of the Society for Creative Anachronism, and was subsequently among that group's founding Directors and Corporate Officers when it incorporated[1]. She was the western regional director of the Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America, and is a frequent panelist at science fiction conventions, especially Baycon, where she was the 2007 Fantasy Guest of Honor.
A leader in the Neopagan and Heathen revivals, Paxson is the founder of the The Fellowship of the Spiral Path and has served as First Officer of the Covenant of the Goddess. She has been Steerswoman of the Heathen group, The Troth, a member of its Board of Directors, and currently edits its journal, Idunna. She is a pioneer in the revival of Oracular Seidh, which she has taught and performed at many Neopagan and heathen festivals and retreats.
She composes and plays music for the harp. She currently lives at her home, Greyhaven, in Berkeley, California.
More can be found on her blog: http://dpaxson.livejournal.com
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November 2, 2011
Ah, the promised Saxons yet I wasn't satisfied. I didn't feel anything for the characters, not even Artor (Arthur). It wasn't a bad book, but it could have been better. It gets 3 stars for uniqueness.
June 23, 2020
Book 2 of The Hallowed Isle series. Oesc is Hengist’s grandson, brought to Britain as a boy. When he’s 16, he goes to his first battle and is captured by Artor. First a hostage, Oesc and Artor soon become friends. When Hengist dies, Oesc returns to Cantium to be king and Artor’s ally. He marries Rigana, a British princess, and they have a son.
However, when that son is kidnapped by rebel British soldiers, friendships are forgotten and Badon results. Oesc uses Woden’s spear, but destiny sides with Artor. Artor finds Oesc as he lay dying and promises that his wife and son are safe.
However, when that son is kidnapped by rebel British soldiers, friendships are forgotten and Badon results. Oesc uses Woden’s spear, but destiny sides with Artor. Artor finds Oesc as he lay dying and promises that his wife and son are safe.
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January 29, 2021
Continuing story of the time of Arthur (Artor in this book). Oesc becomes hostage to Artor when his father is killed in battle by Artor's father Uther. Over time, Oesc and Artor become friends and he returns to take his rightful place as king of his small Saxon realm. With a pact of peace, his kingdom is safe and prospers, but all is not well. There are those who resent the high king being friends with a Saxon...this story may have been told many times in many ways, but I find this version to be most enjoyable. All the favorite characters are there, and some most of us don't know. They are well-developed and the author does an excellent job of describing the scenery. Good read.
June 3, 2016
I enjoyed this first book in the series by Diana Paxson. I love when authors take a new perspective on a widely known tale and delve into the different aspects of character, blended with history, and enhance the story as she has done with this book. A very good read--and since I am nearly done with the 4th and final book of the series, I can say same for all--very good read and very enjoyable!
January 23, 2015
Artussage Teil 2: Sachse Oesc wird zum Feind von Arthur
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