Mistress of the Solstice

THE DARK ESSENCE OF RUSSIAN MYTH<BR><BR>As the head priestess of the ancient Solstice cult Marya must sacrifice a virgin every year. She copes with this gruesome duty by assuming a mask of cold detachment as her father-the evil tzar Kashchey-devours the maidens' souls to maintain his youth and power. It is his power alone that keeps Marya's kingdom safe from all enemies-or so she was raised to believe.<BR><BR> When Ivan arrives on a quest to stop the virgin sacrifices Marya throws all her magic against him. To maintain her life-and that of her father-she must destroy Ivan before he completes his quest. But can she find it in her heart to do so?<BR><BR>Baba Yaga Leshy Vodyanoi and the ancient animal deities come alive in this beautifully crafted story that will take you into the authentic world of Russian fairy tales-with a dark sensual twist.