Misfortune of Time

2018 book-reviewing feminism

Misfortune of Time is the 6th book in the Druid's Brooch Series. It's the first book I've read in the series and the common thread in all of the books appears to be (obviously) the Druid's Brooch. It is my opinion that it can read as a stand-alone.

When is time a "misfortune". It is when it is not in favor of things going your way. The experiences that the main character goes through are things that one would want to change time so as to avoid. This is an undesirable situation due to extenuating circumstances.

The author writes in a very detailed and descriptive way. The way this tale is told is gripping and fluid. It brings questions to the mind about time. If you could turn back time , would you? What would you change? How would you protect the one you love?

This is one of those stories that creates thoughts outside of the book as you read along.

Anthony Bommarito

13 reviews

December 31, 2022

I enjoy reading historical stories. This story gave me a better glimpse into the history of Druids. O have a better idea what they were like in the time they existed. A painful story, but a good one.

J Young

2,648 reviews12 followers

January 5, 2023

The legacy is given!

Etain has lived lifetimes upon lifetimes as a holder of her family heirloom. The life of most women, young or old, during the turn of the first millennium was filled with abuse and degradation. Etain is no different but having the power of the brooch adds the additional danger of being judged a witch or demon if she is exposed. Safety means running when she can no longer hide and that means losing family and friends each time. A time will come when running is no longer possible.

This is a fantastic series. I almost feel like I should read the books in reverse order since each builds a deeper view of the past but the order feels right as each piece is revealed. Christy Jackson Nicholas has crafted the most magnificent description of Queen Medb’s Court I have ever read. It is incredible! I received an advance copy but my review is honest and voluntary.

Billy Buttons

Author 19 books192 followers

April 17, 2019

This book was entered in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards. This is what our readers thought:
Title: Misfortune of Time
Author: Christy Nicholas

Star Rating: 4 Stars
Number of Readers: 15
Stats
Editing: 8/10
Writing Style: 8/10
Content: 7/10
Cover: 6/10
Of the 15 readers:
11 would read another book by this author.
8 thought the cover was good or excellent.
14 felt it was easy to follow.
11 would recommend this story to another reader to try.
6 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘plotting a story’.
9 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘developing the characters’.
9 felt the pacing was good or excellent.
11 thought the author understood the readership and what they wanted.

Readers’ Comments
‘Good storytelling here. I have enjoyed many of the books in is set. Misfortune of Song is my favourite.’ Male reader, aged 34
‘Etain is such a strong character. She is the best part of the book. I also enjoyed the plot. The author seems adept at describing setting; making it jump off the page.’ Female reader, aged 52
‘I loved the author’s depiction of old Ireland. Not only that, but she’s populated her story with interesting characters, good and evil. There is plenty of danger for Etain to face; and a little magic too. I felt the pacing was a little uneven compared to the other books in the set, and the ending was not as ‘big’ as I would have liked it, but it’s still a strong novel. Readers of the series will enjoy this book too.’ Female reader, aged 67
‘A well-written historical novel. I enjoyed it very much. This author is talented and worth watching. I suspect her best writing is yet to come.’ Male reader, aged 39

To Sum It Up:
‘A magical novel of survival set in 11th century Ireland.’ The Wishing Shelf Book Awards

L.L. Thomsen

Author 9 books67 followers

March 13, 2019

Well, I don't think this author can put a foot wrong with this series. Now that I am all the books in, the whole structure of this epic story really shows in all its glory and I feel as though I've got one foot in the past and one foot in the future. Etain is such a great character. I love her fortitude and the way that she is both Christian and pagan. It also touches upon a woman's dependence on having a husband to protect her and help her lay permanent claim to her possessions - something which is historically correct, - and it's this mix of fantasy and history, that really makes these books and characters shine. If you like historical novels, anything faery, Arthurian, or unpredictable twists, you will love this. Please begin with book 1, though. The journey back in time will be so much richer if you do!

Christy Nicholas

Author 111 books320 followers

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January 15, 2023

As the author, I like to give some insight on the creation process for each novel I write. For Misfortune of Time, I had to do extensive research into abuse, particularly spousal abuse. For that, I thank my three friends who offered invaluable insight, Ian, Gretchen and Lindsey. It's a difficult subject but one which, unfortunately, still permeates our society today.

Kristen

804 reviews50 followers

July 10, 2018

Really 4.5 stars.

Also, minor spoilers in my review. You have been warned.

In this sixth installment of Christy Nicholas’s Druid’s Brooch series, Etain, a 12th century Irish woman, has the ability not to age thanks to the magic she draws from her Druid’s brooch. The brooch is an heirloom inherited from her mother, passed down the family line, first given to her family by a Druid in thanks for saving his life. Etain is able to change her appearance at will, so she can age herself appropriately over the years, but her natural appearance is of a woman around 30 years old. In truth, she is around 150. She has had many husbands, many children, and has had to leave them all behind in her long life to avoid being discovered and killed as a witch or Fae. Her current husband, Airtre, is a mentally and physically abusive putrescence of a man, a Christian priest whose primary goal is to move up in the Church to a bishopric. Etain stays only to protect her young grandson, Maelan, from Airtre. When events explode, Etain is forced to flee, getting help from some unexpected allies, including other priests and monks, as well as a few kindly Fae.

I have read several books by Christy Nicholas, including some in the Druid’s Brooch series, and I must say I think this is my favorite one so far. The characters were all multidimensional and interesting, for the most part, and I enjoyed seeing a variety of people mingling together in the villages Etain traveled to, even if life wasn’t really like that in 12th century Ireland. I think she captured the fear and ambivalence of an abused woman well, though I hope I never truly understand that. Etain had a horrific life and it speaks to the strength of her spirit that she kept going and trying to survive rather than just giving up and letting some mad horde kill her as a witch, for the brooch can’t protect her from death.

I loved the theme of tolerance woven throughout, as well as the Gaelic hospitality. There were many instances of travelers or even old friends being offered food, drink, and washing water the moment they set foot indoors. I loved that because that’s how I was raised and it felt like home to see it reflected on the page. As well, the tolerance was a thread throughout. Etain has lived long enough to know that belief isn’t what is important, it is people who are important. She tells Maelan that “a little kindness can have unexpected rewards,” and often she herself has to remember her own lesson and take the kindness of others. Later, Maelan’s wife, Liadan, tells her, “Before I met [Aes], I didn’t realize pagans were just normal people like you and me.” Learning that people have more similarities than differences is a vital life lesson that many people today still need to learn.

The one thing I wish was different was that some of the narrative felt rushed. When Etain left Faerieland and settled in the ringfort, working in the kitchens, for example, little time was spent there, little real detail. The same happened before she entered Faerieland, when she was in the village and traded all her herbs for a cow. I wanted more detail and time spent in those places. Doing so, I feel, would give more of a sense of loss, of fatigue, because Etain was happy in both of those places and then was forced to go again. But these are minor quibbles in my overall enjoyment of this very engaging historical fantasy.

Angela

8,256 reviews121 followers

5 Stars

Misfortune of Time is the sixth book in the Druid’s Brooch Series by Christy Nicholas. This is a historical fantasy- with paranormal elements, drama, adventure, action, romance, magic, and much, much more. I really love all the attention to detail and the vividly descriptive storytelling that Ms. Nicholas excels at- it brings her stories to life and makes them very realistic, believable, and relatable. As with the other books in this series that I have read, this is really well written, very polished, and thoroughly researched. The story is fascinating- and really captured my attention right from the first few pages. The character/s are complex, fully realised individuals who were cleverly crafted- with interesting and likeable or detestable natures- as the author is easily able to sway you one way or another.
As you can probably tell, I haven’t read the book in this series in sequence- instead picking them by random. So, even though this is the sixth book in the series, you really can read it as a standalone- as all the books I have read in this series appear to be standalone stories, with the ‘Druids Brooch’ being the connecting element. Having said that though, if you love a great fantasy with lots of historical elements, then you would most definitely enjoy the other books in this series as well- and you would be missing out by not reading them.
In this book we meet Etain, who lives in Ireland in the 11th century, she’s a pagan who has to keep this secret, especially from her devoutly religious husband, who also happens to be a priest. There is much more to Etain than she appears- for a start she is 150 years old and is able to harness the magic of her Druids Brooch to remain ageless, but is also be able to change her appearance when necessary. Her husband is an abusive pig, but she remains in her situation in order to look out for a loved one. But, a situation occurs which threatens her life and Etain has no choice but to flee- and I felt that it was at this point in the book where this story really took off…….. Where does she go? What does she discover? And when the past comes back to haunt her, will she make the right decision? All this and much more can be discovered between the covers of this spellbinding story!
The best of the bunch, so far!

Thank you, Ms. Nicholas!

E.A.

951 reviews27 followers

Misfortune of Time (Druid's Brooch #6) by Christy Nicholas was everything I never knew I needed in a historical magical fantasy.

The 6th book in the Druid's Brooch series don't be deterred, yes they are all connected but feature a different powerful woman. So no worries about having to start at the first book, you can read these out of order.

What a ride, there was so much good about this story that's going to be hard to express. To keep this review short and simple I'm going to give you my highlights. But first lets touch on the writing.

What can I say, I love the writing style is author uses and I love how you're transported back in time. The rich and lush detail is alluring and makes you feel like you're there, 12th century, walking alone side our MC. That level of detail was a true highlight for me and, really made this drama filled story, shine.

Our MC, I don't want to say too much but she is strong, fierce and determined. I had nothing but support and good feels for her. Having to leave, not being able to settle, on the run, I could almost feel her fatigue and frustration. She's a beautiful crafted character, and has set a new kind of bar.

The last thing I'm going to touch on is the plot. Normally I don't say too much about a stories put, only slighly saying what I liked; and nothing is going to change on that front... you probably thought I was going to give something away.. Haha.. nope. Just know that the plot is something special, it's complex and for me, I felt like it was so solid that as the story drew to a close I felt also clam. That is the you way to close out a book!

If you haven't guessed I highly recommend you gets you hands on this book, this series. It's a magical ride that will have you feeling pride, and straight from the connection you will form with the MC.

Happy Reading

-E.A. Walsh

2018-ebookc adult drama

Viviane Crystal

851 reviews28 followers

July 22, 2018

This sixth story of the Druid Brooch Series is multi-layered and told in several parts. Etain is very, very old thanks to the magic in the brooch she was given by another gifted one. She’s living in the 11th Century and has the ability to orient her magic to making her appear to be aging. The reality is she’s over 100 years old but has the abilities of someone younger than thirty years old. For now, she’s got bigger problems. Her present husband, Airtre, is a Christian priest who treats Etain deplorably, abusing her physically at every opportunity. Other neighbors, monks and priests (marriage is as yet not forbidden but that law is coming to hold in the Church as Christianity spreads in Ireland) try to shelter her from Airtre’s wrath but even her magic is powerless against his rages. Things are about to change!
When Etain is attacked by a mad neighbor, he swears Etain will be burnt to death because of her magic. Since no one knows about this secret, Etain tries to get away from him but he won’t let go. Airtre comes to the scene and beats the man to death but is accused of murder. A full trial ensues. Etain desperately wants to become a bishop in the church but this matter frees him of guilt but taints him. When others are consoling Etain, her husband goes mad and wants to kill her. Etain is forced, like many previous times, to escape.
Her next phase of existence is in the world of the Fae, sprites and fairies who possess a great deal of magic but who cannot abide in the human world. Read for yourself the wondrous environment, the dynamic fierce and kind characters, and what Etain learns while being temporarily kept safe in this land.
When she returns to the world of mortals, the first thing she wants to do is find her grandson to whom she wishes to pass on the magic she received as taught by the Fae. More conflicts ensue, and her grandson must be taught to trust his grandmother. No spoilers here but an exciting unfolding of trust and release of suspicion.
This is a wonderful series, ready for anyone open enough to love magic, the world of healing herbs and spices, good food and drink, the joys of those who worship in the Old Ways, and on, and on and on! Delightful reading – a fantasy story well-crafted and told! Highly recommended!

Sarah

352 reviews1 follower

A great read about anxiety. Living in 1055, Etain must hide her magic as Christianity begins to become popular. When her husband flips in rage, she runs in fear but her decision affects everyone she loves. When the past resurfaces whilst she is on the run, will she flee in fear once more or stay and face the consequences?
A great read. Well developed plot with twists and turns that I just couldn't put down. Well developed characters like Etain trying to make it through each day and still be brave. The sense of danger and always looking over your shoulder was perfectly written and added emotive to her character.
I adored the visual detail throughout the novel especially in the city with its architecture and stone arches for a sense of grandeur. The city was beautifully written like you stepped back in time and were actually there with traders and builders and markets
The sense of nature was perfectly written in colours and scents and sounds as if you were there refreshing you from the city scenes and serving as a comfort or the simple beauty of the moon as a constant to mark time. The respect to nature and the history and mythology of Ireland was a splendid addition to add something sacred to the magic and a sense of history.
The sense of magic and the brooch was masterfully done spellbinding in each instant and contrasted wonderfully with the religion. I also loved the contrasts between old and new and their struggle to work in harmony. Overall, a brillaint read and I would give it five stars.

Liz

1,327 reviews19 followers

This is actually the sixth installment of the Druid’s Broach series from Christy Nicholas. I have not had the pleasure of reading her work prior to this, so this was my first in multiple ways. I found the writing engaging and well developed. So much so, that I didn’t feel as if I was reading a book that was sixth in a series. Now that I have read and enjoyed this one I may be going back to read those others now.

This isn’t my normal go to for a genera, but I was happy I branched out. This about the beautiful Etain. Currently she is living in the eleventh century and has the abilities and more of a thirty year old woman. In reality she is actually over one hundred years old. She is a complex character and goes through some serious crap in this novel. I swear I haven’t disliked a character as much I did her husband, Airtre. It made me appreciate her strength as a woman though, and had a place in the novel. Warning though, this could be a bit trigger-happy for some. Her story about how she overcomes things and comes out on top is one that is compassionate, heartfelt, and frankly magical in and of itself. Separate of the other magical things that take place in the book as well.

Overall, this was a good four star read for me that has be wanting to see what else the other novels in the series has to offer.

Angela Shirley

935 reviews6 followers

Misfortune of time by Christy Nicholas is the sixth book in the Druids Brooch series and follows the life of Etain and her struggles through life.

Etain is a pagan and holds a great secret in her life, scare that if it is realised she would be in danger. The Druid's brooch is the greatest treasure which is literally keeping her alive as Etain is 150 years old and with the brooches magic has keep her moving on in time.

Eatin's husband, the priest is an evil, abusive man who she is staying with for the sake of someone else, but something happens that she has to flee her home, but where does she go? Who is chasing her? Does she over come this? You will have to read the story to find out.

This is not my first book I have read within this series and the characters where rich and their stories weaved in an out of the book seamlessly. I love when an author uses the location of the book as another character and you can not go wrong with Ireland as a great character/ backdrop to this wonderful series. I also think the author was brave to use the abusive angle but the writing was wonderful and I was ready to jump into the book and recuse Etain from the situation she found herself in.

I would definitely recommend this series and book to anyone who enjoy a great story, brilliant backdrop and intense drama.

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Erin

714 reviews2 followers

I give Misfortune of Time: Druid's Brooch Series, #6 by Christy Nicholas, 5 stars.

This is the story of Étaín and her life in 11th century Ireland. She practices the old ways, but she must hide them from everyone, especially her controlling husband. Her life was not always this way, but she does what she must to protect her grandson. Her husband was not always like this, but this is the life she now leads. When her husband becomes out of control, Étaín has no choice but to flee. Will she find peace again and love again? Will she ever be accepted?

This is a story of the magic and mystery of 11th century England. It is also a story of hate and turmoil as beliefs in Ireland are changing. Étaín must endure some truly horrible things, but she is a strong woman. This author is an incredible storyteller and I literally could not put this book down. While some of the things Étaín has to endure are a bit hard to read at times, I kept reading to see what she does. She is at heart a survivor and many can relate to this. Besides the character, the story itself is fantastic. Based on much fact, it is so believable and pulls you right in. I absolutely loved this book and cannot wait to read more from this author.

I highly recommend this book to all adults who love fantasy, Ireland, and/or strong female characters.

Kerry Baker

3,092 reviews34 followers

Misfortune of Time by Christy Nicholas is the sixth book in her Druids Brooch series. This is a book I wasn’t sure I was going to enjoy when I started reading however I am pleased to say I was wrong entirely. This book draws you straight in to the story, never letting go right to the end.
A book about old magic and God’s we follow the story of Etain. She has found herself in a precarious situation, having to hide her true self from her husband. As much as she fears for herself and being found out she fears more for the life of her Grandson. She will do everything she has to in order to keep him safe.
However when the situation changes Etain finds herself having to entrust his protection to those she trusts in order to save her own life.
This book weaves a fantastical tale set in the old world of 11th century England. Drawing on everything from that very era this book really makes it feel like you are right there, experiencing everything right alongside Etain. The authors goes into such detail that it would be hard not to feel involved in this journey. I had not read any of the books previous to this but I will certainly be going back to read them all now.

Dawn Daughenbaugh

2,076 reviews20 followers

5 Star
Misfortune of Time : Druid's Brooch #6 by Christy Nicholas is the sixth book in the Druids Brooch Series. This can be read as a standalone but I recommend reading the other books in this series as well. This isnt my first Book by this author and most definitely won't be my last. Once I started reading I couldn't put it down. There are a few twists and turns that left me wondering what was going to happen next..I love historical fantasy as well as historical fiction. This story is about Etain and she has power that she can't let anyone know she has it. In order to protect her grandson she eventually leaves her abusive husband. This takes place in 11th Century Ireland. Want to find out what happens?I highly recommend reading not just this Book but the whole series..I can't wait to read more from this author.

Rhiannon Pritchard

51 reviews1 follower

Misfortune Of Time ( A Druids Brooch) by Christy Nicholas is another fantastic book in a series. Again the author captivates you and draws you in to the characters stories. Even though the world in the story is so far away from the world we live, you feel as though you can relate still.

Etain has magic, which she has had for many years, to the point she is over a hundred years old but part of the beauty of the magic is to be able to disguise her age. Etain is currently married Airtre, a man of the church. Their relationship is definitely what you could call turbulent and Airtre has been known to abuse Etain in the most horrible of ways. With a series of unfortunate events Etain gets to escape the world she has known for some time to a world where she eventually feels protected. However there comes a time where she needs to leave this protection on a journey to pass on her legacy, this is leads to a whole other journey.

Definitely worth a read!!

Katie

2,260 reviews15 followers

July 23, 2018

Misfortune of Time
By Christy Nicholas
4 stars

This book really was a great read. I could honestly tell that the author had put so much research into making sure that everything was right – that really came across for me in her writing. It didn’t take me long to be completely swept in the fantasy and magic of everything that was going on. I thought that all of the characters were really well planned and developed well over the story – the nice and the not so nice ones. The authors beautiful descriptive language allowed me as the reader to fully envisage what I was reading. There were some sensitive issues that happened in the book but the author did write about them well. There were some good twists and turns in the story which had me flipping the pages fast trying to find out what was going to happen next.
This is the second book that I have read in this series and I enjoyed it just as much as the first, it can be read as a standalone but I would highly recommend reading the other books in the series as well. I am looking forward to reading more from this author in the future.

Caralee

656 reviews6 followers

Misfortune of Time by Christy Nicholas

4 Stars!!!!

I have a bad habbit of reading out of order but I am very happy to be able to be able to follow
the story line quite well. This is the sixth book in the series and even though it is the first one
I have read I was quite drawn into the book and not feeling out of sorts.

I really was drawn to Etain. The fact that she had been through so much and that it was what
really built her character and who she was really made the book a very gripping read. I found myself
on tenterhooks as she dealt with her situation and the drama that unfolds in the book. I also found
it quite a unique storyline of the brooch and the fact that she had lived many lifetimes. I also found
the time frame of the book to be quite interesting just on the cusp of religion becoming more
popular than paganism. This book had some very interesting twists to it and I really do look forward
to reading more of this series and by this author.

Sue

427 reviews

Misfortune of Time: Druids Brooch Series Book 6
By Christy Nicholas

Misfortune of Time is the sixth book in the Druids Brooch series. This story is set in Ireland in the 11th century. While it is the sixth book in the series it can be easily read as a standalone. Etain has the gift of being able to use her magic in order to make herself appear to be older than she is. This is because of the magic in a brooch she was given by to her by another gifted being. Etain has possibly the worst husband ever, he thinks nothing of treating her terribly by means of physical abuse, he will abuse her when ever he has the chance to. To put things into focus Etain is a Pegan and her husband is a Christian priest, and because of this she has to hide so much from him. Etain is nurturing while her husband is anything but. Things are changing for Etain and she leaves her husband in order that she can protect her grandson. I did enjoy this book and would say its well worth the read.

Roxana

439 reviews7 followers

I love reading books that have a magical feel to them. This particular book – Misfortune of Time by Christy Nicholas has a touch of paranormal, action, adventure and even romance. But what I love the most is that it’ a historical fantasy book.

I thoroughly enjoyed the author’s ability to create a believable world, filled with so much magic. I loved that the she was able to infuse so much character into the book and storyline. She did a good job at developing the characters and making them believable as well. If there is anything that I enjoy, is being able to get lost within the pages of a book, feeling different emotions and experiencing them all. I definitely considered this a 4 Star Book!

Erica Fish

992 reviews2 followers

Misfortune of Time by Christy Nicholas is a must read. Christy Nicholas is a great storyteller. Her characters are so in depth that you feel an instant relationship with them. In this book, I could relate to Etain and could see us as sisters. She feels the need to hide part of herself (pagan magic) to her husband (Christian priest). This usually does not work and there is a level of abuse that goes along with the part you are hiding. I felt the pain that Etain within my soul as well. There are roller coaster rides that will make you happy, frustrated, and anger. Etain has to make some big decisions that ultimately lead her to shun out and hurt everyone around her. I cannot wait to see what is next in the series.

Felicia Bates

617 reviews7 followers

Misfortune of Time
Christy Nicholas
4 out of 5 stars

Misfortune of Time is the 6th book in Christy Nicholas’ Druid’s Brooch series and the second book I’ve read by this author. I have enjoyed what I’ve read from this series mainly because Christy Nicholas’ writing style is so filled with description and detail I feel as though I am transported within the pages of the story. Etain is a character I truly enjoyed reading about as the story progressed as well as her progression through what life continually threw at her, none of which being a walk in the park. Despite reading these books out of order I definitely enjoyed Misfortune of Time without feeling loss. I will likely start this series over from the beginning however because I do love a good series to keep me busy.

Debi

1,131 reviews6 followers

Misfortune of Time: Druid’s Brooch Series, #6 by Christy Nicholas

4 stars

This is my first book by this author and I really enjoyed it. I think my favorite part was the journey through Ireland, somewhere I dream of visiting someday.

This author had a way of drawing me in and keeping me on the edge of my seat all the way through with the subtle twists and turns placed throughout the story.

This is the 6th in this series and can absolutely be read as a standalone but Im sure if you do you will end up like me wanting to go back and read the books before this one. She dealt with some tough situations in this story and I was completely impressed with how well she handled the writing of those. The characters were amazing and I look forward to reading much more from this author.

Katie Kearney

1,121 reviews6 followers

Misfortune of Time: Druid's Brooch Series, #6
By Christy Nicholas this book while not my normal like reading really got my attention from page one. It’s an interesting and well thought out story. I’ve read other books in this series but can safely say they can be read as a standalone without confusion. The author took great care to make sure details in this story were well written and thought out. Étaín character is one I just could read about for hours, she has a story to tell you if you’re ready to hear it for sure. The author writes with so much information and emotion you can’t help but be pulled into the world shes created. I’m incredibly glad I not only found these books but gave them a try. I’m giving this book a five star review and highly recommend it to everyone.

Jenni

6,381 reviews78 followers

Misfortune of Time: Druid's Brooch Series, #6 by Christy Nicholas is a historical fantasy story.Whilst it can be read as a standalone, I suggest reading the others to understand the characters and the world they live in. The story started off a little slow but quickly picked up pace as the suspense kicked in. Christy’s writing takes you back in time to a beautiful time and place that you can imagine. But it is a cruel existence for our main character, where she lives with abuse and her decision to survive. Her rich and vibrant words have you hanging on each and every word and keeps the pages turning and enjoying the magical world she has created.

Joseph Lau

297 reviews2 followers

December 26, 2022

Misfortune of Time expresses a rich story, with both historical elements for early Christian Ireland, and a deep, moving story of a woman.
Etain is a survivor, having lived many lifetimes. Yet she cannot escape the world in which she lives, the gender roles and the “rights” granted to others which shackle her.
The abuse is very real, and she has to do whatever possible to endure.
Wonderful, well-written characters and a world of history and magic.

Candida Furbush

830 reviews10 followers

Misfortune of TIme by Christy Nicholas is the sixth book in the Druid's Brooch series. This can be read and enjoyed as a standalone book. I suggest reading the others on this series because they are also good reads. The story is a fantasy which involves the character Etain. She has a power that she cannot let anyone know she posses. I like how strong her character is. I really enjoyed the incredible detail the author provided in this story. I always love reading about Ireland especially when an author can make me feel like I'm there. There were awesome characters in this story. The author will draw you in to this magical world of fantasy as soon as you start reading. I highly recommend this book and the others in this series.

Sheri

884 reviews4 followers

Misfortune of TIme by Christy Nicholas is the sixth book in the Druid's Brooch series. This can be read and enjoyed as a standalone book. The story is a historical fantasy which involves the character Etain. She has a power that she cannot let anyone know about. She eventually leaves her abusive husband to protect her grandson. The story caught my attention because I love historical fiction. This is 11th century Ireland and is very well described. The description allowed me to delve into the story and get swept away. I will be looking for more of the books in the series to find myself lost again.

Amber

607 reviews48 followers