Song of the White Swan (Paperback)

by Aleta T. Boudreaux (Author) "Heathen. Pagan. Blasphemer. Words used to condemn; to accuse..." (more)
Key Phrases: Little Bird, Ancient Ones, Black Otter (more...)

Editorial Reviews

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"...a fantastic stay in your seat writer..." -- Romantic Times Review

"..enchanting and extremely well written…the author successfully portrays the magickal world of 15th century …she obviously knows her subject matter." -- Bruce McQueen - Magical Blend

"Ancient gods reigned among the people's hearts in Brittany, but the dawning of the 16th century and the growth of the Church of Rome threatened the old ways. This classical quest reveals an unlikely heroine, Antoinette Charboneau, and blends deceit with the search for love and truth into a mythical adventure.

Antoinette's spiritual gifts and closeness to the throne of Brittany give her attainment of faith, plus power and influence in European Courts, but suddenly the threats are immediate, personal and deadly. Seeking to aid Brittany and her Queen, she is swept into an unexpected journey that challenges her friendships, family ties and personal faith. Filled with romance, magic, rivalry and exploration, this novel builds toward a precarious future.

The Song of the White Swan is a well-crafted story, filled with magic, history and adventure. It is a compelling read. -- Review by David Carl O'Neal - Pacific Coast Press

"Blend together the best romantic Arthurian writers like Lady Mary Stewart in her Merlin series; Katherine Neville like she writes in The Eight, and add the mystique of a Lynn Andrews and you have a fantastic stay in your seat writer like Ms. Boudreaux. Song of the White Swan is a well woven web of magic, power, history, myth and sensual writing. So reluctant to come to the last page, this reader was pleased to see that a sequel is in the works, titled By Compass and Square. -- Cyndie Dennis-Greer - Romantic Times Magazine, May 1998

"Fans of historical romances will thoroughly enjoy the Song of the White Swan, the story of a pagan priestess' journey to the New World and her relationship with an American Indian Shaman...White Swan makes for good reading and explores an often ignored part of the Renaissance: the relationship between Europeans and New World indians." -- Excerpts from review in Tomes of Lore, Renaissance Magazine, January/February 1998 issue

"Once in a triple moon, a book comes along that brings new breath and understanding to lovers of things magical and literary. Song of the White Swan, set in fifteenth century Brittany and Nova Scotia, is such a book.

It is an heroic tale of a young Druid priestess confronted by the power of the Catholic Inquisition and forced into flight from everything she holds sacred: her religion, her position as spiritual advisor to the Queen of Brittany, and the safety of her family.

Author Aleta Boudreaux has researched her subjects well, and displays an intriguing knowledge of the Old Religion without giving away any of the secrets. Her use of ceremony and ritual is impeccable; her description of the intrigues of the courts of France, vivid and commanding.

An epic heroine's quest, stirred with a splash of romance and a dash of magic. Brava!" -- Review by Lady MK High Priestess, Circle of The Sidhe

"Song of the White Swan is a meticulously researched and superbly recreated background of European turmoil and New World discovery. Highly recommended." -- Midwest Book Review

A joy to read. Finally something different. -- [e-mail]

A joy to read. Finally something different. Aleta Boudreaux writes a tremendous historical romance that could easily sell as a romance or a historical fiction. Song of the White Swan is a great alternate historical romance filled with non-stop action and suspense. Antoinette and her two men are all great characters, with traits that should be admired and emulated by twentieth century people. In the end, it is Ms. Boudreaux's obvious talent that shines throughout every page of this great book. Her skills allow her to paint an alternate but believable discovery of the New World (before Columbus) that should make this novel appear on everyone's top ten lists." -- Review by [e-mail] , 01/22/98, rating=10:

Blend together the best romantic Arthurian writers like Lady Mary Stewart in her Merlin series; Katherine Neville like she writes in The Eight, and add the mystique of a Lynn Andrews and you have a fantastic stay in your seat writer. --Romantic Times Review

For history buffs, this book is a MUST! For the ones who love Historical Romances (that do not make the reader want to shake both the main characters for stupidity) Song Of The White Swan is a KEEPER! --Huntress Book Reviews

I found this story to be very unique:... I've never read a story quite like this, if you are looking for something different give this a try. --Listmania-Graham Douglas Lincoln

This story begins in 1491 and follows the life of a Priestess. Her Goddess and the Christian's God test her as she fights for her life, her love, and her country. Aleta Boudreaux has succeeded in bringing together the history of France with the early years of the New World. For history buffs, this book is a MUST! For the ones who love Historical Romances (that do not make the reader want to shake both the main characters for stupidity) Song Of The White Swan is a KEEPER! -- HUNTRESS BOOK REVIEWS

Product Description
(Historical Fiction). An young Druid Priestess' adventure in the unexplored New World.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 420 pages
• Publisher: Laughing Owl Publishing, Inc; 1st edition (November 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0965970167
• ISBN-13: 978-0965970167
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #281,914 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Fiction or history?, May 21, 2001

By	Deborah L. Falasco (San Diego, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This is a well written book about the possible historical events around the time of the discovery of Nova Scotia by French explorers, possibly Knights Templar. Well researched by the author, into the lives and religion of ancient people along with a good romance of a native and a Breton Priestess. Travel with the author from Brittany to Nova Scotia....I am looking forward to the opportunity to visit both in the near future.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Enchantingly Seductive, October 7, 2000

By	Phillip E. Clarke (Bayou La Batre, AL United States) - See all my reviews

Aleta Boudreaux, "Enchantress of the Written Word", ensnares the reader quickly. "Song of the White Swan" intoxicates and mezmerizes all who dare to turn the page. This adventure, drew me in, making me more a participant than a voyeur. Aleta's attention to acute detail in herbology, mysticism and history makes the reader wonder if "Song of the White Swan" is really fiction or ..... an episdode of the writer's previous life (unrealized).

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The history of France and the New World come together!, April 9, 1998

By A Customer

Antoinette Charboneau was a young Druid priestess and advisor to the future Queen of France. She was sent on a mission for her Lady, by ship, disguised as boy. The ship, however, has a mission of its own and does not go to the expected place. The Queen's mission is impossible to fulfill. Soon her secrets are discovered by the Captain, but kept safe from the crew. Mutiny erupts. Before the Captain escapes his prison Anotinette had been whipped. Unsure if he will succeed in retaking his ship, he sets her adrift in a lifeboat.

Bear calls Antoinette by another name. He is the tribe's shaman. The Goddess has sent sent White Swan to him to teach him more ways of magic. They recognize the healers in each other and slowly learn each other's languages. Treachery is afoot among the tribes as well and a short battle of magic begins.

The destiny of France was brought into the hands of Bear and White Swan when an unexpected ship arrived. It was now up to them to destroy the ship for the future of not only France, but of the New World.

***This story begins in 1491 and follows the life of a Priestess. Her Goddess and the Christian's God test her as she fights for her life, her love, and her country. Aleta Boudreaux has succeeded in bringing together the history of France with the early years of the New World. For history buffs, this book is a MUST! For the ones who love Historical Romances (that do not make the reader want to shake both the main characters for stupidity) Song Of The White Swan is a KEEPER!***