MOST ANCIENT SONG (Gods of Ireland) [Mass Market Paperback]

Casey Flynn (Author)

Book Description

Series: Gods of Ireland | Publication Date: January 1, 1991

First Time Available as a Kindle eBook!

The peaceful Nemedians have crossed vast seas in search of a new home. At long last they discover a lovely green isle and decide to settle in its single beautiful valley- already, mysteriously, equipped with huts ready for occupation. Little do they know that lurking in the hills, in a black fortress overlooking the valley, are denizens of evil called the Fomor- vicious, misshapen creatures who guard the land for their dark masters using magical devices that can defeat whole armies. Inexperienced at the craft of war, the Nemedians must now defend their new home, aided by strangers who have joined their settlement- but who are these strangers. and why are they lending their aid?

Drawn from Ireland's most ancient tales of gods and heroes, Most Ancient Song beings a cycle of enthralling fantasy novels set in a world where the fight for survival becomes the stuff of legend.

--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Most Ancient Song Is A Most Exciting Read!

This was a fast-paced exciting novel! I just couldn't put it down! The story is about the Nemedians (named for their leader Nemed) who have crossed vast seas in search of a new home. Finally, they find a beautiful green island and decide to settle in a gorgeous valley. They discover ready made huts built by the previous owners. Some of these owners are still there in the form of decaying corpses. However, they clean and repair the huts and settle in. However what they do not know, lurking in the hills, in a black fortress which overlooks the valley, are evil creatures called the Fomor. They're vicious, misshapen beings who guard the land for their dark masters using magical devices that can defeat whole armies.

The Nemedians are not a warlike people but they soon learn to become adept at it. They have to defend their homes and their lives and they do it with the aid of strangers who've joined their village. Who are these strangers and why are they helping them? The characters of Dagda, the Morrigan, Lir (also known as Liam), and Nuada weave an exciting tapestry of events and adventures! Many of names are drawn from ancient Celtic myth.

Read this novel, you will not be disappointed! Casey Flynn (Kenneth C. Flint) has outdone himself with this two book series. The second book is titled The Gods of Ireland, Book 2, and The Enchanted Isles which I'm devouring now. I too wish the author would write again and finish this series!

--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback
• Publisher: Spectra (January 1, 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0553288326
• ISBN-13: 978-0553288322
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,244,685 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Simply Enough...Who is the author?, January 11, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: MOST ANCIENT SONG (Gods of Ireland) (Mass Market Paperback)

Simply enough, some might find it interesting to know that the elusive author of the 'Gods of Ireland' novel(s) is the most excellent author, Kenneth C. Flint. There are actually two novels in this series, but due to failure in the marketplace, the final and third novel was never completed. The reasons for the non-completion of the series is only hear-say, but the identity of the author is the truth.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Most Ancient Song Is A Most Exciting Read!, February 5, 2005

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Kimberly Gelderman (Spring Lake, MI USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: MOST ANCIENT SONG (Gods of Ireland) (Mass Market Paperback)

This was a fast-paced exciting novel! I just couldn't put it down! The story is about the Nemedians (named for their leader Nemed) who have crossed vast seas in search of a new home. Finally, they find a beautiful green island and decide to settle in a gorgeous valley. They discover ready made huts built by the previous owners. Some of these owners are still there in the form of decaying corpses. However, they clean and repair the huts and settle in. However what they do not know, lurking in the hills, in a black fortress which overlooks the valley, are evil creatures called the Fomor. They're vicious, misshapen beings who guard the land for their dark masters using magical devices that can defeat whole armies.

The Nemedians are not a warlike people but they soon learn to become adept at it. They have to defend their homes and their lives and they do it with the aid of strangers who've joined their village. Who are these strangers and why are they helping them? The characters of Dagda, the Morrigan, Lir (also known as Liam), and Nuada weave an exciting tapestry of events and adventures! Many of names are drawn from ancient Celtic myth.

Read this novel, you will not be disappointed! Casey Flynn (Kenneth C. Flint) has outdone himself with this two book series. The second book is titled The Gods of Ireland, Book 2, and The Enchanted Isles which I'm devouring now. I too wish the author would write again and finish this series!

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I'm Irish and love Casey Flynn and Kenneth C.Flint, September 22, 1999

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"bjksmithwise" (Apopka, Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: MOST ANCIENT SONG (Gods of Ireland) (Mass Market Paperback)

I was so disappointed when I found that all the books I have looked forward too are never going to be in print. I've searched all the book stores and of course, did not find any of my sought after books. Now, I find on Amazon that Mr. Flint, AKA Mr. Flynn, doesn't appear to be writing any longer. WHAT A LOSS!!! Please pick up the pen again so your fans can enjoy more books on Ireland. I have every book ever written by this great author and would hope he still loves to write.