The Dove Stone

<p>It is the 5<sup>th</sup> Century AD.</p><p>The Romans have abandoned Britain but there are still dangers for the Brigantes people.</p><p>The Saxons are pushing their way north so everyone in Doran and Rhiannon's settlement needs to know how to fight.</p><p>Doran has other worries: he and his little brother live in fear of Torsa and his cruel threats.</p><p>Rhiannon wants to help but her prayers to the ancient river god aren't working.</p><p>Could a mysterious man she meets change everything?</p><p>Who is his Father God... and how can the dove stone help?</p><p>Join Doran Rhiannon and her faithful dog Wolf in this action-packed adventure about friendship facing fears and finding faith set in the wilds of northern England.</p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>What a brilliant read! I think it's a fantastic historical novel especially for anyone who has studied the Romans or has an interest in British history and is just starting their journey as a Christian. The drama throughout the book meant it was a real page turner and the way in which the characters were introduced and developed meant it was easy to visualise them and picture their experiences throughout the story.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> </span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>I can very much see it being used as a class novel in church schools and there really aren't many 'mainstream' class texts that talk about religion so this will definitely be a positive addition especially with the historical overlap. However I can see it really coming into its own as a recommended text for those individuals in juniors who have started to explore Christianity in more depth especially the idea of prayer. It's definitely one I will be recommending! - Louise Quayle (junior school teacher)</span></p><p><br></p><p>I think The Dove Stone is inspiring because it shows that even thousands of years ago God was listening. I found it fascinating learning about how Christianity came to Britain and I would love there to be a sequel! I really liked the characters because I could imagine being friends with them (although maybe not Torsa!) and I couldn't wait to find out what happened next in their adventure. - Ellen</p><p><br></p><p>I love how the historical and religious ideas are combined into a fast-paced adventure story. - Jacob</p><p><br></p><p> </p>