Review of A Druid's Odyssey

[Love Ukaegbu]

I don't think he has a choice but to save her; that is a death too painful for anyone to bear. I like this book's A Druid's Odyssey" by Francis Gene Collins, unique plot, and it is certainly worth reading. Congratulations on the book of the day.

[Creole]

The sample and your engaging review of "A Druid's Odyssey" by Francis Gene Collins have already piqued my interest in Harra's adventures. The impending execution of his lady love is horrible, and I am eager to know how they both fare. This book has the potential to inspire, educate and entertain and will become a part of my reading list.

[Seamstress]

The book sounds very appealing, because I have always been interested in druids and feel that while Ó hEaghra undertakes his journey studying on the way "medicine, philosophy, and combat arms in a dozen cultures" it will be compared to his original teachings and show the traditions and customs of mysterious druids. Thanks for recomendstionsnd congrats with BOTD!

[Kajori Sheryl Paul]

I really hope Harra is able to save Alba.

Thank you for the great review.

[Surabhi Rani]

'Official Review: A Druid's Odyssey' by Francis Gene Collins is a detailed and comprehensive view of historical fiction. It explores the salient features of the book. The story follows the adventures of Harra, who is a master of many trades: traveler, soldier, scholar, priest, magistrate, slave, and physician. He is compassionate, loving, and possesses the power to see the future. At 22, an unknown force compelled him to travel east through many countries. It was great to learn that the narrative is a blend of fact and fantasy!

[azza lia]

Thank you for a well-detailed review. I don't read much historical fiction about ancient Rome. The extensive research evident in the book, with the elegant writing style, makes it worth exploring. I want to know if Harra could save Alba from the execution. But there are some aspects of the story that don't resonate with me.

[Bettny Andrade]

This is a historical fantasy novel in which a druid will do everything possible to save the woman he loves. The prologue of this story is captivating, although I personally would refrain from reading this book if it is too graphic, as it may include strong torture. Despite the aforementioned, it seems to be a story of pure love and conflict due to one person's misinterpretation of an innocent act.

[María Andrea Fernández Sepúlveda]

Many medical procedures were depicted and as a lover of medical science, I appreciated reading about them. However, I didn't enjoy reading the vivisection scenes; I can't endure the idea of animals being tortured. While this practice has contributed to medical knowledge, I can't accept the cruelty inflicted on animals for human benefit. Additionally, the fight scenes were pretty violent but they didn't bother me. However, sensitive readers might find the vivisection scenes, medical procedures, execution, and fight scenes difficult to handle.

I get your point. I also dislike cruelty, although I suppose it would be historically inaccurate to omit that.
I love the druid lore. And the characters seem super intriguing: a traveling slave and a lady meant to remain a virgin forever? Fascinating! This book will surely be a joy for those who, like me, love history. Thank you for your review!

[Rose Angela]

"A Druid's Odyssey" by Francis Gene Collins is a historical fiction novel that blends mysticism, romance, and adventure across ancient civilizations.

[Gayatri Tripathi]

Thank you for this wonderfully detailed review! I found it fascinating how the novel blends real historical figures like Claudius Galen with fantasy elements and deep character arcs. Harra’s journey sounds incredibly rich—from mysticism to medicine, and even forbidden love. I appreciate your comments on the vivid descriptions and how they helped you feel immersed in Harra’s travels. The insight about ancient cultures and places like Hibernia and Seres really caught my interest. While the vivisection scenes might be hard to stomach, I admire that the author didn’t shy away from historical realism. This sounds like an emotional and educational journey—definitely adding it to my list!

[Devesh Patel]

This review praises "A Druid's Odyssey" as a captivating historical fantasy. It highlights the compelling protagonist, Harra, and the engaging first-person narrative. The reviewer appreciates the blend of fact and fantasy, extensive research, and diverse characters, despite personal discomfort with vivisection scenes. Overall, it's a strong recommendation for fans of the genre.

[Anu Anand]

The prologue was gripping. Harra’s desperation to save Alba from such a brutal fate caught my attention right away. The Roman setting, the clash of duty and emotion, and Harra’s journey as a druid make me want to see how it all unfolds. Congrats on BOTD!

[Spoorthy S]

Nicely done! Your review was clear and engaging. I enjoyed reading your take on the book.

[Gabriela Contreras Gonzalez]

I have not read many books about Druids, but this one seems like an interesting place to start my journey with them. This book seems like a mix between folklore and history, and while I am uncertain if Roman folklore included druids, I do appreciate the author's creativity.

[Renee Cryer]

Enjoyed the review and sample I read. I can't remember where but I only saw one typo. It was "a the". Outside of that, I enjoyed the writing style and story format. Congratulations on the book of the day.