Matilda of Argyll (Daughters of Juno) [Paperback]

Sarah Chloe Burns (Author)

Book Description

Series: Daughters of Juno | Publication Date: March 2004

"The Daughters of Juno, Chronicle I: Matilda of Argyll" is the first story of an epic trilogy that explores the inexplicable bond that exists between religion and violence, while at the same time telling the tale of the Goddess Juno and the incredible strength within the daughters of her line who live in her name.

"Daughters of Juno" is an exciting, intriguing, and highly mystical tale that connects supernatural beings to historical events, applying imagined figureheads to actual occurrences, thus creating a highly edifying yet greatly entertaining saga. The historically documented mental, physical, spiritual and medical mistreatment of females, minorities and the working classes in England, Scotland and America are characterized in truthful and dramatic detail. Fans of womens’ studies and history are sure to enjoy this truly original work.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...Burns adds to the literature uncovering this important but still unexplored dimension in the evolving history of humanity." -- Dr. Marie A. Conn, author of "Noble Daughters: Unheralded Women in Western Christianity, 13th to 18th Centuries"

"A golden braid of history, myth and storytelling......[l]et the Chronicles continue." -- Dr. Steven Carter, author of "Leopards in the Temple: Selected Essays 1990-2000"

"If you like your stories sweeping, your romance...passionate and your historical setting authentic, you will love this novel." -- Dr. Oliver A. Rink, author of "Holland on the Hudson"

About the Author

Sarah Chloe Burns lives and writes in California.

Product Details

• Paperback: 448 pages
• Publisher: Pentland Press (NC) (March 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1571973923
• ISBN-13: 978-1571973924
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,263,472 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars New Interest in History!, April 30, 2004

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Porter Underwood (Bakersfield, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Matilda of Argyll (Daughters of Juno) (Paperback)

I never enjoyed history classes in school, because I wanted to understand WHY events happened more so than when and where. Sarah Burn's "The Daughters of Juno, Chronicle I Matilda of Argyll" has renewed my interest in the history of the early settlement of the United States, the religious termoil in Europe, and the living conditions of that era.

Sarah has done a wonderful job bringing out the personality of the the characters, describing historical events, and weaving the characters into that history, giving the reader a true flavor why those events happened.

The romance and drama amoung the characters makes this book a "page turner" and draws you right into their lives. Sarah's obvious knowledge and background in teaching and studying the history of women is quite evident.

Congratulations on an excellent novel.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Stunning fantasy for the realist's mind, March 25, 2004

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Scott Gaillard (Southern California, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Matilda of Argyll (Daughters of Juno) (Paperback)

A marvelous and whimsical tale indeed; brilliantly told and magically illustrated.
3 thumbs up!!

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Could not stop reading this book!, March 24, 2004

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Sean Fargo (Santa Barbara, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Matilda of Argyll (Daughters of Juno) (Paperback)

So full of Gosh Wow that I can't wait for Chronicle II. The characters are complex and well developed - the historical context insightful and accurate - the plot patient and proportional... this may rival any and all other epic trilogies. And the pictures aren't bad either.