Ode to Minoa [Paperback]

Theresa Dintino (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 1, 1999

Story of a young Minoan snake priestess on a spiritual odyssey.

Editorial Reviews

Review

It wasn't long before I found myself inexorably sucked into the narrative.... Highly recommended. -- The Beltane Papers, Issue 25 - Spring 10,001st year of the Goddess

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: SterlingHouse Publisher, Inc.; 1 edition (December 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 156315143X
• ISBN-13: 978-1563151439
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,122,650 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An engrossing book, superbly written, couldn't put it down!, November 14, 1999

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This review is from: Ode to Minoa (Paperback)

A wonderful story that deals with timeless ideas and issues of birth, love, transition, initiation, and death. This book is a great mixture of history and fantasy of a Snake Priestess of Minoa in the Bronze Age who has visions of the future. The imagery in the book is incredible and I found it spellbinding.

I found myself living right along with Aureillia in her experiences of leaving childhood, claiming her power, becoming a priestess, and birthing her child. The power of her life, ruled by the cycles of the moon, rekindled in me an ache to have ceremonies as a part of everyday life. As a mother, it also reminded me of the power of initiation in life, one generation to the next.

Ode to Minoa's characters are strong, confident and magical. Theresa Dintino creates male and female characters that are equally strong; dealing timeless issues. The author is very knowledgeable about history, ritual and ceremony and weaves it into the story in a way that I felt myself right in the Bronze Age of Crete. (And, believe me that's not a place I've ever longed to study!)

I recommend it to anyone who likes good books! It would make a beautiful movie!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars mythic journey, April 26, 2002

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Sharon W (MA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ode to Minoa (Paperback)

This book transports you to the exotic within you. It is a mythic journey that we all take. However, for all its spiritual growth and aesthetic appeal, the characters are as relatable as your cousin. This is no new age grope fest. It is a gorgeously written tale of love and personal evolution. You feel part of a powerful goddess sisterhood while staying with these intriguing women; however, the book is lovely in that it loves and respects men at the same time. I can't wait for Dintino's next book.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of My Favorite books on Crete & its Priestesses of old, October 9, 2010

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Donna M. Swindells "Art House Diva" (Richmond,Va.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ode to Minoa (Paperback)

I have recommended this books to many friends & reading groups. This is a window into the past. It is the story of Crete of old & its Priestesses, one in particular. A new girl come of age, who shows the signs of having the gifts necessary to lead worship & receive the word of the Divine.
Her journey from beginner to Priestess is a magical and thrilling ride, which we are taken along with her. Through dance, snakes who bite induces prophecy, and underworld tunnels, this book is a must for all who crave an adventure on a spiritual level.
A 5 Star Winner!