PRELUDE TO CAMELOT by Cynthia Breeding
In PRELUDE TO CAMELOT, Ms. Breeding takes a look at the well-known characters from the Arthurian legends in their early years. The reader is given a glimpse into the origin and development of such characters as Arthur, Gwenhwyfar, Galahad(Lancelot), and Nimue. It is evident that Ms. Breeding has studied Arthurian lore and loves her subject, because she breathes life into her characters. Arthur and Galahad become great friends and there is a foreshadowing of the trials to come. However, in this book, Arthur and Galahad are young men, and Arthur is just learning the leadership skills for which he becomes legendary.
This story contains magic and magical creatures, many battles, and lusty men and women. Arthur and Galahad are very much players--to use a modern term. However, they treat women better than most men of the time. It's not called the Dark ages for nothing. Be warned this book is not for the faint of heart, there is much violence and the aftermath of a rape scene.
All in all, PRELUDE TO CAMELOT is an enjoyable fantasy read, which I recommend.
Four Mystique Moons (Excellent)
Class Two sensuality (Limited)
Marlene Breakfield, Review Coordinator, Mystique Books
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