The Forest House (Avalon, #2)
by Marion Zimmer Bradley, Diana L. Paxson
The Forest House by Marion Zimmer Bradley, Diana L. Paxson holds a well received rating of 3.85 out of 5, based on 14K reader ratings. First published in 1993. The book spans 462 pages.
About The Forest House
The Forest House—prequel to The Mists of Avalon, Marion Zimmer Bradley’s beloved and enduring classic—is a mesmerizing epic of one woman’s mythic role at a turning point in history.In a Britain struggling to survive Roman invasion, Eilan is the daughter of a Druidic warleader, gifted with visions and marked by fate to become a priestess of the Forest House.But fate also led Eilan to Gaius, a soldier of mixed blood, son of the Romans sent to subdue the native British. For Gaius, Eilan felt forbidden love, and her terrible secret will haunt her even as she is anointed as the new High Priestess. With mighty enemies poised to destroy the magic the Forest House shelters, Eilan must trust in the power of the great Goddess to lead her through the treacherous labyrinth of her destiny.Take The Forest House Quiz!
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Marion Zimmer Bradley, Diana L. Paxson |
| Published | 1993 |
| Pages | 462 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
| Average Rating | 3.85 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 13,951 |
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What genre is The Forest House?
The Forest House is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Forest House worth reading?
Based on 14K reader ratings, The Forest House has an average score of 3.85 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Forest House?
The Forest House has 462 pages.
Who wrote The Forest House?
The Forest House was written by Marion Zimmer Bradley, Diana L. Paxson. It was first published in 1993.
What is the ISBN for The Forest House?
The ISBN-13 for The Forest House is 9780451454250.0.
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