Lion of Ireland

Morgan Llywelyn's New York Times bestselling historical classic of the greatest Irish king

King. Warrior. Lover.

Brian Boru was stronger, braver, and wiser than all other men—the greatest king Ireland has ever known. Out of the mists of the country's most violent age, he merged to lead his people to the peak of their golden era.

Set against the barbaric splendor of the tenth century, this is a story rich in truth and legend, in which friends become deadly enemies, bedrooms turn into battlefields, and dreams of glory transform into reality.

“A royal read...withouta misstep and with touching beauty.”—The Washington Post

“Llywelyn has woven thehistorical tales of her country and its greatest High King into a singlemagnificent book. . . . This is an extraordinary biography of a very human man. . . with convincing characterizations and vivid, detailed descriptions . . .”—The Dallas Morning News

“A spellbinding tale thatevokes Ireland’s misty hills and tumultuous history with style and passion.” –Library Journal

“A rousing story . . .Something to enjoy on a cold night by the fireplace with your goblet of mead orstrong ale.” –Boston Sunday Globe

“Rich, panoramic . . . One ofthe most exciting periods of Irish history.” –Cleveland Plain Dealer

“Extraordinary . . . Vivid .. . Magnificent . . . Makes one realize that human nature has really changedvery little in the past thousand years.” –TheDallas Morning News

“A major talent forhistorical fiction.” –Parade of Books

“Rich, masterfully told.” – Hartford Courant