piperkitty's review
5.0
This is the 9th book in the series I would highly recommend reading the other books in the series before jumping into this one. This is the final book in this series. Christy has done an amazing part of pulling these elements together.
dimples87's review
5.0
I enjoyed the perfect way this author built this character up through other characters. The reader saw her evolve in many ways from inner strength to outer strength in a tale that was set up against her. She's had so much to overcome and so much on the line that her story is a powerful finale to this series. I think you'll enjoy it just as much as I did.
arthistorygirl's review
5.0
Age of Druids by Christy Nicholas is the ninth book in The Druid's Brooch series. These can be read as standalone books and enjoyed but I think they are better in order. This book tells the story of Clíodhna. She doesn't have an easy life with three children and a husband that has gone missing. Often tested to choose between improving her life and possibly giving up her children Clíodhna makes difficult decisions. It took me a bit to get into her character because of some of her choices, but I gradually understood what she was trying to accomplish. This is a wonderful book and series full of enchantment, mystery, and more. I am sad to see this series end but I look forward to reading more from this author in the future.
carabellacullen's review
4.0
Age of Druids: Druid's Brooch Series: #9 by Christy Nicholas
4 Stars!!!!
Another journey into the past with the supernatural fae. I like how the author has chosen Ireland of old and brought all the fae lore into it. I like how the characters seem to just jump right off of the pages and into my mind. I could feel the tensions and the drama.
This story really ticks the historical boxes for me and also the supernatural ones. I like how the author touches on the beginnings of Christianity as they started to come into the pagan society. I love the addition of the fae and the fae world. I like how the characters go from one realm to the other and I like the complex relationship between the characters is played out. I find that it really adds to the story and keeps the reader engaged. I look forward to reading more from this author.
4 Stars!!!!
Another journey into the past with the supernatural fae. I like how the author has chosen Ireland of old and brought all the fae lore into it. I like how the characters seem to just jump right off of the pages and into my mind. I could feel the tensions and the drama.
This story really ticks the historical boxes for me and also the supernatural ones. I like how the author touches on the beginnings of Christianity as they started to come into the pagan society. I love the addition of the fae and the fae world. I like how the characters go from one realm to the other and I like the complex relationship between the characters is played out. I find that it really adds to the story and keeps the reader engaged. I look forward to reading more from this author.
katie_83's review
4.0
Age of Druids
By Christy Nicholas
4 stars
So this amazingly talented author had definitely gone out with a bang! I have really enjoyed this series and am sad that it’s over but what a book to end on! It was a fantastic read and one that I could only really give 4 stars to! It’s not my usual genre but I took a chance and it didn’t take me long to be fully invested in what I was reading and that carried on the whole way through the series. The author has a wonderful attention to detail and this really adds to the enjoyment of the story. The characters have been creative and imaginative and a joy to read about and follow through these 9 books.
I would definitely recommend this story and the whole of this series!!
By Christy Nicholas
4 stars
So this amazingly talented author had definitely gone out with a bang! I have really enjoyed this series and am sad that it’s over but what a book to end on! It was a fantastic read and one that I could only really give 4 stars to! It’s not my usual genre but I took a chance and it didn’t take me long to be fully invested in what I was reading and that carried on the whole way through the series. The author has a wonderful attention to detail and this really adds to the enjoyment of the story. The characters have been creative and imaginative and a joy to read about and follow through these 9 books.
I would definitely recommend this story and the whole of this series!!
fish3718's review
5.0
Christy Nicholas is a great author. She has written an amazing series. I have read every book so far and I have to admit that this is my favorite so far. One thing I admire about her storytelling is that I get pulled in right away. Her attention to detail keeps me wanting to read the story until I am done with it. Her characters are fully developed and easy to imagine. In this story, Cliodhna’s family is missing her husband. She meets a stranger outside her home. This stranger tells her that he will help her. He will help her with her talents. There are choices that are made some good and some bad. Will the bad choices be more? Can they cost her family? I highly recommend reading this story so you can read about Cliodhna’s story and family. To see which path she is going to take.
bwagner's review
4.0
This is a series I have enjoyed from the beginning. This is book nine, this series just keeps getting better and better. I enjoyed being pulled in right from the beginning. This author’s attention to details made the story feel realistic. I had no issues connecting with the characters as they bring the story to life. Cliodhna finds herself in the middle of a disagreement in her new church. From here her story takes off with meeting a stranger who helps her with her talents, making new friends and also makes some bad choices. These bad choices could leave her without her family or her happiness. Will she find something within her to face this danger? This is a story that is full of action with a lot happening. It was done in a manner that was easy to understand and I didn’t get lost. This made a great afternoon story which I highly recommend.
angelahayes's review
4.0
4 Stars
Age of Druids is the ninth and final book in the Druid’s Brooch Series by Christy Nicholas. I can’t believe we’ve come to the end of this great series. I was torn reading this book- between wanting to see what was in store for us, while at the same time wanting to draw the story out and not wanting it to end. This is a historical fantasy- with paranormal elements, drama, adventure, action, Fae, magic, and family.
As with all her other books, I really love that Ms. Nicholas manages to bring her stories to life- making them so very realistic and entirely believable. That ability always makes the story more fascinating for me- by capturing my attention right from the beginning.
Even though this is the ninth book in the series, you could read it as a standalone- But having said that, I recommend reading all the books, in sequence, to fully appreciate the interconnected elements, intriguing details, and merging storylines which help to build a much ‘bigger picture’. I saw so many connected details from/with other books in this series- and felt like I was finally seeing the ‘whole’ picture.
A fabulous conclusion to the series. Now I am looking forward to seeing what Ms. Nicholas has in store for us next.
That you, Christy Nicholas!
Age of Druids is the ninth and final book in the Druid’s Brooch Series by Christy Nicholas. I can’t believe we’ve come to the end of this great series. I was torn reading this book- between wanting to see what was in store for us, while at the same time wanting to draw the story out and not wanting it to end. This is a historical fantasy- with paranormal elements, drama, adventure, action, Fae, magic, and family.
As with all her other books, I really love that Ms. Nicholas manages to bring her stories to life- making them so very realistic and entirely believable. That ability always makes the story more fascinating for me- by capturing my attention right from the beginning.
Even though this is the ninth book in the series, you could read it as a standalone- But having said that, I recommend reading all the books, in sequence, to fully appreciate the interconnected elements, intriguing details, and merging storylines which help to build a much ‘bigger picture’. I saw so many connected details from/with other books in this series- and felt like I was finally seeing the ‘whole’ picture.
A fabulous conclusion to the series. Now I am looking forward to seeing what Ms. Nicholas has in store for us next.
That you, Christy Nicholas!
kirchersmiles's review
4.0
Age of Druids (The Druid’s Brooch Series #9) by Christy Nicholas
4 Stars
Can not believe that this series is coming to an end. I think back to all the stories I can remember and it gets a little confusing along the way. I read them out of order and although each is a standalone I would highly recommend starting at the beginning.
This is not my chosen genre but found myself interested enough to complete each one, this one might have been my favorite of all of them and I think it's because I could relate to Clíodhna more being a Mom and even though different time frames in history, I could feel the strength that she had to pull from to make some of the choices she was forced to make. I can't imagine.
This was an awesome end to this series, and I do hope someday to go back and read them again from the start. This author's ability to describe the scenes and the scenery many times had me feeling like I was there, and made me want to visit these places.
I can imagine if this is your chosen genre that this series would absolutely be sitting at the top. I can say that this author has an amazing way of telling a story and I will continue to follow her and her future writings.
4 Stars
Can not believe that this series is coming to an end. I think back to all the stories I can remember and it gets a little confusing along the way. I read them out of order and although each is a standalone I would highly recommend starting at the beginning.
This is not my chosen genre but found myself interested enough to complete each one, this one might have been my favorite of all of them and I think it's because I could relate to Clíodhna more being a Mom and even though different time frames in history, I could feel the strength that she had to pull from to make some of the choices she was forced to make. I can't imagine.
This was an awesome end to this series, and I do hope someday to go back and read them again from the start. This author's ability to describe the scenes and the scenery many times had me feeling like I was there, and made me want to visit these places.
I can imagine if this is your chosen genre that this series would absolutely be sitting at the top. I can say that this author has an amazing way of telling a story and I will continue to follow her and her future writings.
jennadb's review
4.0
Age of Druids: Druid's Brooch Series: by Christy Nicholas is the ninth book in this historical fantasy series. In this book Christy has woven many threads and pieces of the puzzled together from the other books to finally give us some much-needed answers, like just how the Brooch came to be. This story take place in early Ireland and a religious tug of war. As usual the story is well written, and I truly felt for these people and what they went through. It is easy to imagine the world Christy paints with her attention to detail and vividly descriptive storytelling.
Clíodhna finds herself torn between her own beliefs and those that are being forced upon her and her family. With a religious zealot at the helm nothing good can come of it. Throw in some Fae and magic and life becomes complicated.
Clíodhna finds herself torn between her own beliefs and those that are being forced upon her and her family. With a religious zealot at the helm nothing good can come of it. Throw in some Fae and magic and life becomes complicated.