Title:
Diana by the Moon
Author:
Tracy Cooper-Posey
Publisher:
Hard Shell
Word Factory
ISBN:
1-58200-569-9
Copyright Date:
2000
Format:
Electronic &
Print
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When Diana learned that her brother was fighting for Arthur, she was envious of his freedom. Even though her father hated Arthur and called him a "heathen upstart," she still craved her brother's ability to disobey him and do whatever he wanted with his life. Then the Saxons came and her life was forever changed.
While their estate was being attacked, Diana discovers that her brother had led most of the men to Arthur in the dead of the night. No one was left to protect them against the invaders and the villa quickly fell. With all the elders of the family dead, it was left to Diana to take over. Determined to forget the horrible events that took place after the Saxons' assault, Diana's only goal was to protect the remaining people of her village. She vowed she would never forgive the brother who betrayed her for the conquering Celt, and she would never let another control her fate.
When Alaric comes looking to use their hill for a message beacon, he is immediately denied. Diana's loathing of Arthur and all who fight for him infuriates Alaric. With orders from Arthur and Merlin, He has no choice but to force her cooperation. As he learns more of the tragedy of the Saxons' attack, he begins to see the strength and compassion of the woman, not just her hatred of the Celts. Alaric finds himself thinking of her as an equal and works for the good of the village instead of focusing on his campaign.
When the estate is once again threatened, they work together to save the people they love. Diana must learn to trust Alaric and his promise to protect her home. Yet, when danger comes, Alaric must choose between the woman he loves and the man he is sworn to obey.
Diana by the Moon is a fast-paced emotional story that will warm your heart and fire your blood. Gripping characters and descriptive writing makes this a book that you will want to read all over again. Diana is a strong, yet emotionally scarred woman who is so unwavering in her hatred for Celts that she fails to see the damage such feelings can cause. Alaric has an equally damaging abhorrence for Romans that he must learn to control. Together they find the healing and love needed to bring their people and themselves peace. This reviewer had trouble putting this book down and found myself with tears in my eyes. A wonderfully gifted writer, Ms. Cooper-Posey has found a new fan in this reviewer. This is a highly recommended read!
Reviewed by: Kathi
