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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series Book 5 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Misfortune of Song is the fifth book in the Druid’s Brooch Series by Christy Nicholas. This is a historical fantasy- with action, adventure, magic, paranormal elements, drama, romance, mystery, humour, young love, challenges, heartbreak, betrayal, danger, battles, bargains, and fantastic world building. I have said it before, and I say it again, I really love the attention to detail and vividly descriptive storytelling that Ms. Nicholas excels at- it brings her stories to life and makes them very realistic, believable, and entirely immersive. As with the other books in this series that I have read, this is really well written, intriguing, and engaging. The story pulled me in and kept my attention right from the beginning. The character/s are complex, fully realised individuals who were cleverly crafted- with interesting and quirky natures.
I haven’t read the books in this series in sequence- instead picking books by random- thankfully each book is able to be read as a standalone. Having said that though, if you love a great fantasy with lots of historical elements, then you would most definitely enjoy the other books in this series as well- and after reading one, you will probably want to explore more/all.
In this book we meet Maelan and his granddaughter Orlagh, who live in Ireland in the 12th century. Maelan is determined to protect his granddaughter, even from herself, as well as fulfil his duty to chief, and uphold the family name. Orlagh is a little headstrong and impulsive, and tests all the boundaries he tries to impose. But choices are made, and the consequences are quite disastrous. Maelan must decide what he is prepared to do in order to save her? Can he succeed? What happens? You really should read the story and discover all the intriguing details for yourself- it’s well worth your time!

Thank you, Ms. Nicholas!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Katie Matthews

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Misfortune of Song was another great read from the Druid’s brooch series! I have kind of dipped in and out of the series and haven’t read the books in order however the ones that I have read, including this one, have been really enjoyable reads. I find that I am instantly transported into the imaginative and creative worlds that this author has created. The characters are always well thought out and you find that you can’t help but want to see what happens to them in their story. There is a lot of action in this story which definitely kept my interest from beginning to end. I really enjoy historical fiction so it’s great that I can add this series to my collection of ones that I have enjoyed reading.
I would definitely recommend this book and the series, the authors writing is fantastic, very creative and the stories are definitely entertaining. I am definitely looking forward to reading the other books in the series!

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 By Christy Nicholas – Review by Katie Kearney

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 By Christy Nicholas. While this is book five it can easily be read as a stand-alone without any confusion but I do recommend the others in the series also. I’ve come to love this authors writing style as it’s well written and and paced nicely. The characters pull you into their stories and you can connect with them. The storyline is a smooth written and touching storyline. I found myself on a bit of an emotional roller coaster ride more than once. The author knows how to tale readers on quite the adventure with the characters and story that’s being told. I’m giving this story a four star review and recommend it and this author.

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Liz Vrchota

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have had a lot of fun reading this Druid’s Brooch Series! I never knew how much I would fall in love with the idea of fantasy meeting history concept until I had delved into these novels! Misfortune of Song is the 5th book in the series, and you don’t have to read these in a particular order or start in a particular spot. However, I would highly recommend reading them all! The experience is completely worth every second and each and every book is laden with characters, scenery, and history, all beautifully combined for an epic tale.

In Misfortune of Song we meet and follow Maelan and his teen daughter Orlagh. We visit a magical and gorgeous (Christy Nicholas paints the scenes with her words.) 12th century Ireland full of the Fae, druids, and rich in Celtic lore. I felt as is if I was on vacation amongst the hills of Ireland, and it was perfect timing since I read it right around the Ides of March and St. Patrick’s Day. I can’t wait to find out what will come next from the ever talented Christy Nicholas!

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Misfortune of Song is the fifth book in Christy Nicholas’ Druid’s Brooch series. The series tracks a magical object – the brooch – as it is passed through the generations of an Irish family. Each book is set at a different point in history, jumping between different centuries. Misfortune of Song is set in the 12th Century.
I’m so impressed by the levels of detail in the historical setting. Every time I read one of the books I think “oh wow, Nicholas must specialise in this era in history” and then I read another and it has the same depth of description. I really feel like I’m being transported back in time. It’s so vivid and informative and specific.
Maelan is a fantastic leader. He has a strong moral compass and values traditions and rules. He seeks to be fair but maintain control, and is waiting to find the right person to pass that control onto. Like many great characters, his strengths are also his weaknesses. He struggles when presented with unfamiliar scenarios and those that set his moral beliefs up against the traditional values he seeks to uphold.
For me, this is a five star read. I’ve not quite managed to read them in order, but I don’t think that has detracted too much from my enjoyment of the book. Once I’ve read them all, I might go back and read them in publishing order (and then in chronological order of events – so many possibilities!). I’d thoroughly recommend them to anyone with an interest in Irish history and Celtic fantasy!

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Renee Ullery

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Misfortune of Song (Druid’s Brooch #5) by Christy Nicholas
Stars:4

The brooch is in another family member’s possession and another story to tell. Like the previous story, I loved the family love that is Maelan has for his granddaughter, Orlagh. His love for her leads him to make some questionable choices. In this story, there is love, magic, and action throughout. At times, I did find it hard to stay focused and the story’s flow was a bit slow. However, the story did pick back up.

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Erica Fish

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Misfortune of Song is the fifth book in the Druid’s Brooch Series by Christy Nicholas. This story can be a stand-alone book, but in my humble opinion I would read the other books as well. This book has all kinds of mystical properties. Misfortune of Song is one that brings a grandfather, Maelan to make an important choice for Orlargh. It this struggle that makes this story so good. Orlagh does not like make black or white decisions and tends to live in the gray area. There is a real struggle for Maelan because he wants to save her from some heart aches. Will Orlagh take her grandfather advise or will she take the other road?

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Maura Harper

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

MISFORTUNE OF SONG is the fifth book in the Druid’s Brooch Series but it can absolutely be read as a stand-alone.

This is a complex tale with many characters, situations and emotions throughout the story. As with the other stories in this series, the author has a way of painting the landscape with her words so that I was able to visualize the story as it played out.

This is an epic tale that spans many situations, relationships and battles. It is light vs dark and good vs evil but in a different way than expected. Based on what I read, I can understand how Faeries went from being nasty to being the super cute things they are today.

This is a fantastic series that I think everyone could find enjoyment in.

Review by @mauraharper

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Misfortune of Song: Druids Brooch Series: #5 By Christy Nicholas – Review by Sue Kemp

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Misfortune of Song
By Christy Nicholas

Misfortune of Song is the fifth book in the Druids Brooch series. This is another wonderful series that I feel many people will enjoy. Each of the books on this series can be easily read as standalone. This book is no different to the other books in the series, it is well written, and you will get to know the characters easy. You will find that this book moves at a good pace and the storyline flows perfectly. I do think that as the series carries on the characters in the books just keep getting better. Do you enjoy reading historical fiction books or fantasy books? If you answered yes, then you need to get your hands on this series.

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Gail Guerrero

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas

Four Stars

I dislike parents that don’t know when to let their children go. To let them live and make their own mistakes. Tell them about the dangers in the world but let them choose the path. This story was really long winded. I say that because it took a lot of words to get the point and message across. Orlagh was a brat. I can’t believe she was “in love” after so little time. Then to do what she did to her grandfather! OMG! She made my brain hurt. But I do give her props for sticking to her faith that it was love and that she finding herself. It’s hard to put yourself into the mind of any person in the time that this book was set. To think that you only have so many choices of what you can do or become. Overall I enjoyed the magical and mystical parts of this story the most. I’ve always felt that there is more around us than we can see.
Review by @gguerrero89

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Erin Wolf

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I give Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas, 5 stars.

It is the 12th century in what will be known as Ireland. Maelan is the warcheif for his clan. He is also in charge of his unruly granddaughter, Orlagh. He takes his position very seriously, but he also wants to be the best grandfather and protector he can be. Unfortunately, Orlagh is very strong minded and does not always do what Maelan thinks is right. When she decides to pursue what she believes is her one true love, he tries to put a stop to it. But she will not listen. Now he has to choose between his clan and his only living family. This will put him on an epic adventure where he will put his beliefs to the test, encounter the Fae, and test this old man’s love and endurance. Can he save Orlagh? Does she really need saving?

This was a perfect read for St Patrick’s Day. A historical fiction/fantasy set in older Ireland, this book interested me immediately. I have read previous books in this series and once again this story was exceptional. I am constantly amazed at how each book in this series can be so different from each other, but yet they all tie together flawlessly. The stories of both Maelan and Orlagh are so good. You can understand where each one comes from and why they make the decisions they do. The other characters are also done so well and I would love to see more of them in other books. The story itself has so much going on that there is not one boring moment. Not to mention a few surprises along the way.

If you are a fan of well written historical fiction, fantasy, and/or fiction set in Ireland, this book and series is for you.

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 By Christy Nicholas – Review by Laura Furuta

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5
By: Christy Nicholas
5 out of 5 stars

The story Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas is a wonderful book that I loved reading. It is a story that had my emotions going up and down the whole time. It pulls you in from the very beginning and doesn’t let go until you have finished the final page. The main characters are Maelan and his granddaughter Orlagh. Maelan is a man who does his duty and also has a code that he lives by. He loves and cares for his granddaughter, Orlagh. Orlagh is a young woman who finds herself in love with a bard. He makes her feel like no one else does and she is determined that they will be together. Orlagh shows herself to be stubborn and defiant in this matter. She rebels against her grandfather’s wishes. What does the future hold for Orlagh? How far is Maelan willing to go in order to save Orlagh? Read this book to find out. This story is wonderfully told and when reading I felt like I was right there with the characters. This story includes magic and the Fae. There are times when I wondered what was going to happen next. Reading this book transports you to a different time and setting. This is the fifth book in a series and can be read as a standalone. I would recommend reading it.

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Heather Lovelace

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This series is so rich, so detailed – I jump into these pages and gladly walk with the characters while on these fantastic journeys of fantasy. Although the fifth of the series, this book is written so as to stand well on its own. The characters are complex, relatable, vulnerable. The plot moves steadily and is filled with a wonderful pace that keeps the reader fully engaged. I thoroughly enjoyed this book.

Reviewed by @heatherlovelace

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Emma Morreale

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

With cross generational clashes, Fae, and a plot you could get whiplash from, Christy Nicholas has added another winner to the Druid’s Brooch series. I hadn’t read a book from this series in a while and after I finished this one, now I want to go back and read the others all over again.
I am in love with all things Celtic so the traditional names, places, and mythology draw me in from the get go. However, people who aren’t as well versed will still find this story and the rest of the series to be in a fantastic world that will draw you in like quicksand.
Maelan’s confliction over letting his granddaughter, Orlagh, live her own life and make her own choices is a subject that every parent/grandparent will struggle with and how Christy expertly blends it into 12th century Ireland was my absolute favorite part of the plot line. The fights with the Fae are fantastic, don’t get me wrong. But the teenage struggles for independence and personal autonomy have always been fascinating to me and I love seeing it in this light and time period.

The fifth installment in the Druid’s Brooch series can easily be read as a standalone but I highly recommend the series.

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the fifth book in this series, it is just as enjoyable as the previous books in this series. In this book, Maelan is faced with making a choice with his granddaughter, Orlargh. What will happen when she falls for Timurir? Will she rebell and what are the bargains Orlargh must make to save her? These are great characters that keep the story engaging and come to life for me. I also enjoy the Fae, they are creative and bring twists to the story. I highly recommend this book.

Reveiw by @bjwagner
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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Kerry Baker

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Misfortune of Song by Christy Nicholas is the fifth book in the Druids Brooch series. Each book can be read as a stand-alone.
As with the previous books this one is well written and captivating. The characters and the story just seem to come to life as you are reading about them. It was easy to picture yourself in the setting the author created.
The pace of the book was perfect, it flowed well from start to finish. Another book I have thoroughly enjoyed by this author.

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Naomi McDonald

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Misfortune of Song is the fifth book in the Druid’s Brooch series. It can be read as a standalone.

The author has done a superb job of weaving an enchanting story. The characters come alive on the pages and the plot sucks you in. I loved the strength and sassiness of the main character, Orlagh, even though she does show her youth by making some rash decisions. There are many twists and turns to the story and everything may not be as it seems.

Misfortune of Song is a great tale of young love, heartbreak, betrayal, magic, and adventure.

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas

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Genre – Historical Fantasy
Page Count – 168 pages
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~ Even a soldier cannot fight love ~

In 12th century Ireland, all Maelan wants is to do his duty to his Chief and maintain his family’s good name. However, his granddaughter Orlagh, is hell bent on wreaking havoc, with no care for the consequences

When Orlagh falls in love with an itinerant bard, Maelan must rule with an iron fist to keep her from running away. However, her rebellion against his strictures results in disaster and he almost loses her in the same way he lost his beloved wife.

Maelan must make some difficult decisions and bargains with the Fae to save his granddaughter’s life and future. Can he save her happiness as well?

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Celtic Fairies, Fables, and Folklore! Bestselling author (top #100 Amazon Canada, #1 in Paranormal Fantasy, Amazon Canada)

Christy Nicholas, also known as Green Dragon, is an author, artist and accountant. After she failed to become an airline pilot, she quit her ceaseless pursuit of careers that begin with ‘A’, and decided to concentrate on her writing. Since she has Project Completion Disorder, she is one of the few authors with NO unfinished novels.

Christy has her hands in many crafts, including digital art, beaded jewelry, writing, and photography. In real life, she’s a CPA, but having grown up with art all around her (her mother, grandmother and great-grandmother are/were all artists), it sort of infected her, as it were.

She wants to expose the incredible beauty in this world, hidden beneath the everyday grime of familiarity and habit, and share it with others. She uses characters out of time and places infused with magic and myth.

Combine this love of beauty with a bit of financial sense and you get an art business. She does local art and craft shows, as well as sending her art to various science fiction conventions throughout the country and abroad.

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