The King's Shilling

<p><strong>Madigan's Leap Book 1: The King's Shilling</strong></p><p></p><p>Magic folklore and history entwine in this wholesome fantasy romance of love loss and destiny-an enchanting romantasy rooted in Celtic folklore perfect for young adult readers.</p><p></p><p>In the late 18th century the Delacey family-once prosperous landowners-live on the rugged coast of a mythic Ireland in the village of Allanwell. Tragedy strikes and they are plunged into poverty.</p><p></p><p>Amidst the turmoil Rose the youngest of the four Delacey daughters is haunted by dreams of a marvellously handsome hero. Desperate to know whether he truly exists Rose seeks the help of a local wise woman steeped in druidic lore who casts a spell to uncover the truth. But ancient magic is never without risk-will Rose live to encounter the man from her visions or is it all illusion? Will she find true love-and if so how long may happiness last?</p><p></p><p>For a Royal Navy press-gang is raiding up and down the coast seizing young men to fight in the war against France. No able-bodied fellow is safe. What will this mean for the villagers of Allanwell for the Delaceys and for Rose and the dream-bound warrior whose face she knows by heart?</p><p></p><p>As rumours of war grow louder Rose must decide whether to hold on to hope-or forge a new path through enchanted landscapes and the pull of fate. </p><p></p><p></p>