I didn't realize this was the second book to a series when I first requested and read this, but it was an interesting story to read especially with the Irish history, mythology, and fantasy. Despite it being interesting, I did have a difficult time getting through it. ( )

Unfortunately, I have not read the first book in the series so I was a little lost when I started to read the book. Even so, it is a beautifully written book and I enjoyed it. That being said, I would encourage you to read the first book in the series before you read this one.

This book had quite a bit of promise. The story involved two people, Maeve and Paul, who were somehow modern day incarnates of Grace O'Malley, a pirate queen from the 16th century, and her lover, Hugh. Ghosts from the past have plagued them and driven them to set their ancestors to rest. Meanwhile, there was an on-going feud between the O'Malley's and the MacMahon clans. Solving this ancient mystery would go a long way to solving the dispute between these clans as apparently, statutes of limitations do not exist in Ireland.

There were two major impediments to enjoying this story. The story followed Maeve, who comes across as a hormone-crazed adolescent while everyone else around her is nominally adult. It matters not how grave the danger she is in, she will suddenly be having a horndog moment at the most inopportune time. The other problem is the author's inconsistent writing style. One might say too many adjectives. Emotional states of characters change from one sentence to the very next one. This book is really crying for a strong editor. ( )

A great idea for a story, with lots of adventure and romance, and even some history. Writing is enthusiastic but scattered. The picture never fully forms as the plot jumps around quite a lot, and is difficult to follow if you haven’t read the previous book—so definitely start there. Interesting story and lots of great ideas going on here. ( )

I hadn't read the first book in this series but I will be soon and then I will possibly re-read this second one . I absolutely loved it ! It was completely my cup of tea, full of myths and legends, history, fantasy and a ghostly pirate queen, what more could I want in a book ! I read it in only a couple of hours . It was very well-written, the characters were intriguing and likable, also the surroundings were vividly described . Some parts were really quite creepy ! ( )