The Warrior's Daughter
by Holly Bennett

    THE WARRIOR'S DAUGHTER by Holly Bennett
    Category:  Fantasy
    Age Recommendation:  Grades 9+
    Release Date:  3/07
    Publisher:  Orca Books
    Reviewed by:  Jocelyn Pearce
    Rating:  5 Stars


    THE WARRIOR'S DAUGHTER, loosely based on Irish myths, is the gripping story of Luaine, daughter of the
    feared warrior Cuchulainn.

    In her young life, she faces war and the first hints that her father may not be invincible--and those are only the first
    few hardships endured by young Luaine. Her life isn't always bad, though. She is looked after by the powerful druid
    Cathbad, and given care of his raven, Fintin, who is always a friend to Luaine, but may turn out to be even more
    than he seems. Luaine is forced to grow up much too quickly, but she does it well,  remaining strong and
    (eventually) true to herself.

    THE WARRIOR'S DAUGHTER is, I believe, Holly Bennett's best book yet, and I loved her first two (THE
    BONEMENDER and THE BONEMENDER'S OATH).  It's full of interesting, three-dimensional characters, and
    it takes place in the fascinating world of ancient Ireland.

    Holly Bennett has an obvious gift for world-building as well as characterization. She is a talented writer, and I can't
    wait to read her next novel!