Song of the Huntress

In Song of the Huntress, Lucy Holland deftly weaves together magic, myth, political intrigue, and a fierce and unique love story – no small feat! I devoured it over the course of several late nights and enjoyed every moment – Cassandra Clare, Sunday Times bestselling author of Sword CatcherHolland’s debut, Sistersong, gave us a beguiling blend of Dark Ages history, strong heroines and magic. She’s gone and done it again, but even better. Two women warriors – one a cursed British immortal, the other a Saxon queen – must find common ground to fight a growing evil. Captivating – Daily MailStriking, bold and beautifully written, Song of the Huntress is a feast for readers. Holland is a powerful writer and this, a propulsive tale, a brilliantly woven tapestry of folklore, fantasy and history. Epic and wild – Angela Slatter, award-winning author of The Briar Book of the DeadRichly imagined and meticulously researched, Song of the Huntress makes history vibrant – Hannah Whitten, New York Times bestselling author of For the WolfOriginal and wrenching, this take on the Wild Hunt is as dark and wild and beautiful as love itself. Lucy Holland’s skill is even sharper than it was in Sistersong – it won’t be long before you fall in love with Æthel, Herla and Ine, just like I did – C. L. Clark, author of The UnbrokenDeeply beguiling, vibrant and lyrical, Song of the Huntress is an age-old tale given startling new life. Lucy Holland deftly weaves folklore and history, worlds and other worlds, to create a sweeping story of love, longing and magic. Utterly captivating, gripping and epic, this beautiful story stole my heart – Miranda Dickinson, bestselling author of The Day We Meet AgainHolland dives into the myth of the Wild Hunt in this powerful and evocative historical fantasy … Lyrical and captivating, with an ending that will leave readers devastated, the narrative hits just the right balance of action, romance and character development. In Holland’s skilled hands, this stands out from the crowded field of legends retold – Publishers Weekly, Starred Review[A] captivating fable of politics, religion, treachery, betrayal, longing and commitment … The intersection between magic, love and peaceful coexistence will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fantasy – BooklistLucy Holland’s lyrical prose and powerful storytelling will lure you into an eerie, intriguing world – Jennifer Saint, author of Ariadne on SistersongA fresh and gripping retelling of an ancient tale … the nuanced, compelling characters are the heart of this story about family, love, loyalty and identity. I loved it – John Gwynne, author of Malice on Sistersong

Lucy Holland is a former Waterstones bookseller and has a BA in English and Creative Writing from Royal Holloway. She went on to complete an MA in Creative Writing under Andrew Motion in 2010. Lucy lives in Devon and co-hosts Breaking the Glass Slipper, an award-winning feminist podcast. She is the author of Sistersong.

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