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Rhiannon's Tale: Book One of the Eternal Tales
She has been running for lifetimes from an immortal killer.
If only she could remember it.
Rhiannon has suppressed centuries of memories, escaping pain so horrific, she can’t allow herself to remember. But after witnessing two identical murders, 24 years apart – the first in her previous life, and now once more, in this incarnation – she realizes the killer is stalking her, slaughtering women for pleasure, while Rhiannon watches.
Now that a woman’s soul has been destroyed before her eyes – again! – Rhiannon is forced to run, to face herself, and unearth her destiny.
She discovers she is aeternan – a race of evolved people who remember past lives, developing psychic gifts with every death and rebirth. They are Those Who Do Not Forget, living all around us, in a world where fairy tales are based on true stories and ancient prophecy. But they are not the peaceful, enlightened souls most New Age philosophy envisions, but powerful, passionate, angry, sensual, utterly human beings with their own culture and beliefs.
During her odyssey, Rhiannon finds centuries-long devotion and acceptance, a family, even the incandescent dream of love, with a man who resolutely waited for her over 1,500 years. Together, they will help her learn to use her formidable power, and fight her inner demons, so she can defeat the monsters pursuing her.
When reincarnated souls are involved, fantasy merges with detailed history: a sybil writhes in the throes of prophecy in ancient Mesopotamia; lovers meet during the bubonic plague in 5th century Constantinople; heroes battle Attila the Hun on the Catalaunian Plains; a polyamorous family enjoys a sensual picnic in 19th century England – and more, from India to Africa, Pompeii to Russia, and beyond.
Rhiannon’s Tale is an epic urban fantasy, set in the present, yet also throughout world history. The book is at once dark and magical, sensual and uplifting – a fairy tale for adults.
If only she could remember it.
Rhiannon has suppressed centuries of memories, escaping pain so horrific, she can’t allow herself to remember. But after witnessing two identical murders, 24 years apart – the first in her previous life, and now once more, in this incarnation – she realizes the killer is stalking her, slaughtering women for pleasure, while Rhiannon watches.
Now that a woman’s soul has been destroyed before her eyes – again! – Rhiannon is forced to run, to face herself, and unearth her destiny.
She discovers she is aeternan – a race of evolved people who remember past lives, developing psychic gifts with every death and rebirth. They are Those Who Do Not Forget, living all around us, in a world where fairy tales are based on true stories and ancient prophecy. But they are not the peaceful, enlightened souls most New Age philosophy envisions, but powerful, passionate, angry, sensual, utterly human beings with their own culture and beliefs.
During her odyssey, Rhiannon finds centuries-long devotion and acceptance, a family, even the incandescent dream of love, with a man who resolutely waited for her over 1,500 years. Together, they will help her learn to use her formidable power, and fight her inner demons, so she can defeat the monsters pursuing her.
When reincarnated souls are involved, fantasy merges with detailed history: a sybil writhes in the throes of prophecy in ancient Mesopotamia; lovers meet during the bubonic plague in 5th century Constantinople; heroes battle Attila the Hun on the Catalaunian Plains; a polyamorous family enjoys a sensual picnic in 19th century England – and more, from India to Africa, Pompeii to Russia, and beyond.
Rhiannon’s Tale is an epic urban fantasy, set in the present, yet also throughout world history. The book is at once dark and magical, sensual and uplifting – a fairy tale for adults.
414 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2015
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June 29, 2015
A magnificent tale that twists and turns through a world that we know, and do not know. Yes, the trait tale of a woman discovering herself. In this case however, the discover is far greater. I would say much more, but the reader needs to follow Rhiannon’s Tale themselves. This is Barbara’s first book, and I look forward to those to come.
April 13, 2017
This is a lush book with gorgeous sensual details and an interesting story that spans centuries and countries. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to anyone who like a nice mix of reincarnation, magic, and romance that endures across lives.
The hanging threads promise an equally interesting read and I can't wait to dive in.
The hanging threads promise an equally interesting read and I can't wait to dive in.
June 14, 2015
This book is the first of a two part tale. I was a little hesitant to start it, since it is a big commitment. But this first book is brilliant and has a satisfying conclusion. I am really looking forward to the second book. The story is original and kept me guessing. I think it's well researched and has plenty of mystery, magic and legends to keep fantasy fans happy, but a great story for the general reader. The characters are unique and multidimensional, so you're not left feeling like you've met them before in other books. I'm giving this one 5 stars and recommending it.
February 25, 2016
I was hesitant to start reading this book as I don't normally read this genre. I drawn in to the tale and Rhiannon's story. My hesitation has disappeared! I am eager to read the second part of this book...When is it coming out?! I was completely enthralled by the characters. I can't wait to see what happens next.
March 6, 2016
Like another world
Fascinating tale of a world alongside ours, full of magic.
The strange inhabitants and their powers are very realistically described.
Fascinating tale of a world alongside ours, full of magic.
The strange inhabitants and their powers are very realistically described.
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