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Ailia is a foundling who spends her entire life looking for her true identity, her “skin,” or her totem. Brought up by a strict but loving servant and healer Cookmother, Ailia knows she can never marry, have children (who would be recognized by her culture) or be part of any formal learning. The latter is the hardest part for Ailia as she is bright and gifted. All of this doesn’t initially sync with what follows, especially meeting a swimming fish who morphs into the magical Taliesin. They immediately fall in love but so many obstacles seem to keep them apart. What is magical about their relationship is the fact that Taliesin knows part of the story that keeps him fish-bound and unable to enter human territory but disappears when Ailia demands more of an answer. That hunger compels Ailia to enter the forbidden forest, an act that will change her life and that of her community forever.
Ailia is led to the “Mothers” who possess all tribal and other-worldly knowledge. In spite of her inability to name her “skin,” Ailia is allowed to learn and be tested by the Mothers. It is there that she is acknowledged to be the “Kendra’ or savior of the Celtic tribes; however, her status is rejected by many whose tribal identity and foundation is based on the knowledge behind each person and the community’s skin. The nerve-wracking trial to come is the decision of Rome to invade Britain. Placating these Romans with gifts and money before now, community leaders and soldiers are very divided between those who would pacify them with surrender and those who would fight to victory or death rather than submit to domination. Another male, Ruther, and Ailia are attracted but Ruther is enamored of Roman power and knowledge, a definite challenge to any chance they might have together in the future.
The essence of Daughter of Albion… is similar to Marianne Zimmer Bradley, author of The Mists of Avalon, one of this reviewer’s favorite novels (and from which comes my pen name, Viviane Crystal). An otherworldly, magical world is depicted where right and goodness prevail, albeit not without knowledge of how to deal with the evil in the real world. Idealistic living is honored and centers all individual and community living. Characters are open to the flow between the spiritual and temporal world; the “Old Ways” are celebrated indeed!
Daughter of Albion is finely crafted with so much more than this description reveals. Highly recommended historical fiction that is delightful reading!


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Daughter of Albion A Novel of Ancient Britain edition by Ilka Tampke Literature Fiction eBooks Reviews

I have never been motivated to write a review on before for a book, but I randomly picked a copy of this book up at the library and quickly fell in love with it! The story is intrecate, engaging and fascinating. And the author's style of writing was like word candy, with phrases like "...his voice had the warmth of a long-burned fire." I cannot wait for more from this author and recommend this book to anyone who love to read and be swallowed up in a great story.
Loved it. I'm hoping there's a sequel.
I long for these stories of priestesses and spiritual training. This story was believable and well crafted. I wasn't thrilled with the ending. It was a bit too believable. However, I wish this book was one in a series. It was delicious.
When I first picked up this book I thought it sounded intriguing yet I was not overly excited. In fact, I put it down but a few days later came back to it when looking for my next book to read. So glad I picked up this book. I read it in one day. This time I actually have to agree that the reference to Khaleesi is a good reference. Albion is a dynamic woman. The special abilities that she possess is cool. Although at this point I have not felt any strong feelings towards the two male interests. Hopefully this will change in the sequel. Also I just have to say that I will be watching the fish next time I go swimming in a lake. Anyone who likes paranormal, historical fiction, strong female heroines, or just looking for a new author to read you have to pick up a copy of this book as you will get lost in the story. Which for me turned into a quick read.

Thank you to the publisher for sending me a copy of this book to read.
I just finished this book and I wish there was more. I was absorbed into the story and it was so richly crafted that I hated putting it down. However, it took me a couple of days to read it, so out of necessity I had to put it down.

What I loved
The realism. This was so brutally realistic as a story. The people so firmly set in their beliefs, the desire of some to rule, the descriptions of poverty and brutality were very convincing. It also had a lot of mystical elements, but within the framework of the story they were also believable.

What I disliked - the ending. It wasn't what I wanted to happen. While it seems to be a standalone novel, the ending does leaves an opening for second novel. One can hope.

Would I recommend this book? Yes, wholeheartedly.
A fine book, enjoyed it under its original title “Skin”. Not worth buying again though! Frustrating purchase as it was intended as a gift.
Ailia is a foundling who spends her entire life looking for her true identity, her “skin,” or her totem. Brought up by a strict but loving servant and healer Cookmother, Ailia knows she can never marry, have children (who would be recognized by her culture) or be part of any formal learning. The latter is the hardest part for Ailia as she is bright and gifted. All of this doesn’t initially sync with what follows, especially meeting a swimming fish who morphs into the magical Taliesin. They immediately fall in love but so many obstacles seem to keep them apart. What is magical about their relationship is the fact that Taliesin knows part of the story that keeps him fish-bound and unable to enter human territory but disappears when Ailia demands more of an answer. That hunger compels Ailia to enter the forbidden forest, an act that will change her life and that of her community forever.
Ailia is led to the “Mothers” who possess all tribal and other-worldly knowledge. In spite of her inability to name her “skin,” Ailia is allowed to learn and be tested by the Mothers. It is there that she is acknowledged to be the “Kendra’ or savior of the Celtic tribes; however, her status is rejected by many whose tribal identity and foundation is based on the knowledge behind each person and the community’s skin. The nerve-wracking trial to come is the decision of Rome to invade Britain. Placating these Romans with gifts and money before now, community leaders and soldiers are very divided between those who would pacify them with surrender and those who would fight to victory or death rather than submit to domination. Another male, Ruther, and Ailia are attracted but Ruther is enamored of Roman power and knowledge, a definite challenge to any chance they might have together in the future.
The essence of Daughter of Albion… is similar to Marianne Zimmer Bradley, author of The Mists of Avalon, one of this reviewer’s favorite novels (and from which comes my pen name, Viviane Crystal). An otherworldly, magical world is depicted where right and goodness prevail, albeit not without knowledge of how to deal with the evil in the real world. Idealistic living is honored and centers all individual and community living. Characters are open to the flow between the spiritual and temporal world; the “Old Ways” are celebrated indeed!
Daughter of Albion is finely crafted with so much more than this description reveals. Highly recommended historical fiction that is delightful reading!