Helpful Score: 9
I have to say that MORRIGAN'S CROSS is the very first book of Ms. Roberts' that I didn't care for; didn't, in fact, even finish. It could be my own personal dislike of historical romance, but as this was more in the time travel/paranormal vein, I don't think that's true. The problem, at least for me, was unlikeable characters I couldn't relate to, coupled with too many Irish, Gaelic, and unfamiliar terms that the book's added glossary only complicated.
I won't knock Ms. Roberts, because she is an unbelievably talented author who I admire. I'm also the world's largest Eve Dallas fan, and have loved THE KEY TRILOGY and all of her romantic suspense releases. Let's just say that, for me, MORRIGAN'S CROSS was a miss, instead of Ms. Roberts' usual hit.
I won't knock Ms. Roberts, because she is an unbelievably talented author who I admire. I'm also the world's largest Eve Dallas fan, and have loved THE KEY TRILOGY and all of her romantic suspense releases. Let's just say that, for me, MORRIGAN'S CROSS was a miss, instead of Ms. Roberts' usual hit.
Helpful Score: 5
I loved this book - It is about witches, sorcerors and vampyres but it was a really good read with so much intesnity. The building of the main characters were fantastic and it totallyl left me begging for the 2nd in the trilogy set. I can't wait to see what happens next and if the worlds will be saved.
Helpful Score: 4
For Some reason it took me a bit to get into this one, Which is unusual for a Nora Roberts book. But it did get me sucked in and it was again well written and the story off a multitude of characters woven together.
Cian is turned into a vampire in 1128. His Brother Hoyt, a great sorcerer, begins a journey to get his back that takes him to modern day New York and Ireland. 6 are required for his task. He convinces his vampire brother to join him. It is a challenge for their small group to stay clear of the vampires and learn to fight them. A great story with magic and the supernatural woven in.
Cian is turned into a vampire in 1128. His Brother Hoyt, a great sorcerer, begins a journey to get his back that takes him to modern day New York and Ireland. 6 are required for his task. He convinces his vampire brother to join him. It is a challenge for their small group to stay clear of the vampires and learn to fight them. A great story with magic and the supernatural woven in.
Helpful Score: 3
Book 1 of the Circle trilogy, which was all in all a good read. Not too many surprises would be my only criticism...you can see the end coming a mile off, but very satisfying all the same.
...In which our heroes' histories are brought to light, and there is a drawing together of forces, both dark and light, at the behest of the Goddess Morrigan.
...In which our heroes' histories are brought to light, and there is a drawing together of forces, both dark and light, at the behest of the Goddess Morrigan.
Helpful Score: 3
I am usually a fan of The Nora's so it was extra disappointing to read this start to a series and be instantly struck by such problems with it.
The description section gives you a fine idea of the plot, so I'll skip that and go right to my issues with the characterizations. The main characters of this book, Hoyt and Glenna, are fairly typical romantic lead types. You may or may not like those types, but there's nothing uncommon about them. So what's my problem with this book? In a nutshell, what is up with the character of King? Let's run through the stereotypes here, shall we? Big, ugly, scary, black guy, but once you get past that he's a softy with a heart of gold? Been there, done that. With the exception of his loyalty, which he has in spades having been rescued from the mean streets of East LA as a child, blahblahblabbityblah, he is everything the heroes are not. Could he be more Other? Needless to say, despite the fact that in her trilogies, there will always be 3 couples in the end, since it's not a romance if there's no Happily Ever After, there is no HEA for King. And yet, if you look at what his role is in terms of the plot, there is no reason why King had to be Black, had to be big, had to be scary, had to be ugly and/or have mismatched eyes. It all just serves to make him distinct and Other and Not The Hero. At first I was ready to be surprised and delighted by an interracial romance in a future book in the series with this atypical hero. Sadly, not only does this not happen, what does happen is par for the course, for authors trying to make their books more "diverse" without thinking beyond "white is normal, therefore all else is..." It is tiresome, stale, and I had hoped for better.
As if that wasn't enough to hate, what's with the evil, bisexual, pedophile vampire queen? What message are we meant to take from this? That she's extra evil because she'll have sex with anyone? Not just other women, but even children?! I know romance is a genre that clings to heteronormative standards, but this was beyond the beyond. I prefer my romances without a big heaping helping of homophobia.
So, the token non-white character gets buried under heaps and piles of Not Like Us and a blow is struck on behalf of monogomous heterosexuality by this villain = pervert depiction. On behalf of all the non-white, non-heterosexual readers of romance, thanks a lot Nora.
The description section gives you a fine idea of the plot, so I'll skip that and go right to my issues with the characterizations. The main characters of this book, Hoyt and Glenna, are fairly typical romantic lead types. You may or may not like those types, but there's nothing uncommon about them. So what's my problem with this book? In a nutshell, what is up with the character of King? Let's run through the stereotypes here, shall we? Big, ugly, scary, black guy, but once you get past that he's a softy with a heart of gold? Been there, done that. With the exception of his loyalty, which he has in spades having been rescued from the mean streets of East LA as a child, blahblahblabbityblah, he is everything the heroes are not. Could he be more Other? Needless to say, despite the fact that in her trilogies, there will always be 3 couples in the end, since it's not a romance if there's no Happily Ever After, there is no HEA for King. And yet, if you look at what his role is in terms of the plot, there is no reason why King had to be Black, had to be big, had to be scary, had to be ugly and/or have mismatched eyes. It all just serves to make him distinct and Other and Not The Hero. At first I was ready to be surprised and delighted by an interracial romance in a future book in the series with this atypical hero. Sadly, not only does this not happen, what does happen is par for the course, for authors trying to make their books more "diverse" without thinking beyond "white is normal, therefore all else is..." It is tiresome, stale, and I had hoped for better.
As if that wasn't enough to hate, what's with the evil, bisexual, pedophile vampire queen? What message are we meant to take from this? That she's extra evil because she'll have sex with anyone? Not just other women, but even children?! I know romance is a genre that clings to heteronormative standards, but this was beyond the beyond. I prefer my romances without a big heaping helping of homophobia.
So, the token non-white character gets buried under heaps and piles of Not Like Us and a blow is struck on behalf of monogomous heterosexuality by this villain = pervert depiction. On behalf of all the non-white, non-heterosexual readers of romance, thanks a lot Nora.
Helpful Score: 3
Loved this book. Different from any other Robert's books that I've read in that it is more "gothic" but still radiates with the Irish flair she likes. Couldn't wait to read the next in the trilogy.
Helpful Score: 3
very entertaining and worth the reading!I'm off to start on the 2nd!
Helpful Score: 2
I was so excited to start the Circle Triology. But I could not get into Morrigan's Cross. This is so unusual for a Nora Roberts novel. Normally, I am captivated from page one and can't put her novels down. I struggled through half of this book, and finally gave up. I kept trying to go back to it, but had no interest in continuing the book. I hate not finishing books, but this one I could not stand to read. Might be that it was related to vampires, or that none of the characters appealed to me. I normally find something in Nora Robert's characters that I can identify with, but this book was the exception. I gave up and finally decided to get rid of the entire trilogy. What a disppointment!
Helpful Score: 1
New series. Story was full and moved fast. Can't wait for the next installment.
Helpful Score: 1
This whole series was EXCELLENT! I couldn't put it down.
Helpful Score: 1
Another great good in another great trilogy from Nora Roberts. I love the interwoven stories from one book to the others...the characters are deep... you feel as if they are real~ your friends. Morrigan's Cross centers on Hoyt, a wizard from the 12th century and Glenna, a modern day witch. The characters you meet along the journey are rich and full of color. I read this series back-to-back...my favorite way to read a really good trilogy! This is not a "light read"... the plot is deep but worth the attention!!!
Helpful Score: 1
I thought the Circle Trilogy was one of Ms. Roberts best works. It wasn't something I thought I would like and I couldn't put them down once I started reading!
Sue W.
Sue W.
Helpful Score: 1
The beginning of a truely wonderful story.
Helpful Score: 1
First book of the circle trilogy. Very interesting storyline and very likable characters. Definitely worth the read.
Helpful Score: 1
This book took me a little bit to get into, but once the characters were all established, it was awesome! It's about vampires, but mainly a love story. The whole series is excellent.
Helpful Score: 1
I really enjoyed this trilogy. I highly recommend you read them in order to get the full story......
Helpful Score: 1
I'll admit that I'm a Nora Roberts fan -- came late to it, but it hasn't taken long to appreciate her talent. This book, however, surpasses any other by her that I've read. It captured me in the first sentence and kept me going until the last page. Thank goodness I had the foresight to have traded for all three books, so I don't have to wait for the second in the trilogy.
If you know Nora Roberts, you'll love this book. If you don't know her, this one will hook you for certain!
If you know Nora Roberts, you'll love this book. If you don't know her, this one will hook you for certain!
May seem to begin a little slow, but once this plot came together I was unable to put the book down. Cannot wait to read the other two.
As a storm rages, the tale begins of a powerful vampire's lust for destruction...and of the circle of six charged by the goddess Morrigan to stop her. Keeps you on your seat.. very interesting
As a storm rages, the tale begins..of a powerful vampire's lust for destruction - and the circle of six charged by the goddess Morrigan to stop her.
Vampire series. Good read.
Another great Trilogy by Nora Roberts...found, bought, and read the following two (Dance of the Gods & Valley of Silence) as soon as they appeared on the stands.
This was the first NR I ever read. I found the set-up to be a little predictable, but nevertheless, very worthwhile. Her world building is excellent and her characters are distinct and believeable. It wasn't as good as the other two in the trilogy, but still very solid.
Book One of the Circle Trilogy.
I absolutely loved this book. Of course, I'm a Witch who is very interested in Celtic traditions and Morrigan is one of my "favorite" goddesses.
I absolutely loved this book. Of course, I'm a Witch who is very interested in Celtic traditions and Morrigan is one of my "favorite" goddesses.
Hard to put this down. Excellent
Book one of the circle trilogy, you have to read all three. Diffent from other trilogies Nora Roberts has written, the story truly goes on!!
A battle between good and evil where good prevails.
First in the trilogy, wonderful series that I could not stop reading.
I love Nora Roberts. I love Vampire novels. This is the first book in the Circle Trilogy.
Book one of the Circle Trilogy. A battle is brewing between the forces of good and evil as Lilith, the most powerful vampire in the world, gathers her army around her.
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Good book. Vampires, magic, and time travel. Book 1 of 3.
As a storm rages, the tale begins...of a powerful vampire's lust for destruction-and of the circle of six charged by the goddess Morrigan to stop her.
As a storm rages, the tale begins...of a powerful vampire's lust for destruction-and of the circle of six charged by the goddess Morrigan to stop her.
The first of a Trilogy. A Vampire Queen wants to rule the world and the Goddess Morrigan charges six humans to come together and raise an army to fight against the VQ. All three books were great.
Very good book.
1st book in trilogy
Setting: Eire 1128
1st book in trilogy
Setting: Eire 1128
The first in the circle trilogy. Time travel, evil vampires, magic spells and romance. A wonderful story curl up with on a stormy evening.
book 1 of the circle trilogy, one of the best series she has written
This book was AWESOME!!! I have never read Nore Roberts before, but this was an amazing first time affair!!! A must read!!!!
Second in the trilogy...but not my favorite.
A departure from Roberts usual fare. She's found a way to blend goddesses, witches, shape shifters, time travel, vampires and more in a interesting and surprisingly logical way. Loved it
The first of the Circle Trilogy. Introduces the characters and sets the stage for the battle.
Good ! I'm ready for next in series.
Different from her other trilogies. If you aren't into vampires, you might not like this series, as vampires are many of the main characters.
I really liked this book. It was a little slow until about the halfway point, but then I couldn't put it down and can't wait til the next.
Typical Nora Roberts -- well written, readable and predictable.
As a storm rages, the tale begins...of a powerful vampire's lust for destruction-and of the circle of six charged by the goddess Morrigan to stop her.
This trilogy proves, once again, why Nora Roberts is my favorite author. The stories draw you in with a mix of suspense, family drama, time-travel, romance, etc. I can't say enough about these books!!
This trilogy proves, once again, why Nora Roberts is my favorite author. The stories draw you in with a mix of suspense, family drama, time-travel, romance, etc. I can't say enough about these books!!
This one was O.K. I've read others by her that were better.
I love this author! Just didn't enjoy the subject of vampires. Not my favorite.
If you are a Nora Roberts fan you will love this book. This is the first in the circle trilogy.
This is an excellent Nora Roberts' book. I can't wait to read the next in the series!
Book one of the circle trilogy--very good reading
Morrigan's Cross is a tale of a dark nature. If you have ever read the Key Trilogy by Nora Roberts you will understand what I mean when I say she has a way with bringing out the darkness in her mystical, magical tales. The books keeps you in suspense, and you never knows whats going to happen on the next page. This is not a book where you can guess the ending just by reading the first chapter. This book is definitely a Nora Roberts quality book! I would recommend this to others!
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A new fantasy book written by N. Roberts. Crosses many ages of time. A war between humans and vampires. Excellent writing by Nora Roberts.
As a storm rages, the tale begins...of a powerful vampire's lust for destruction-and of the circle of six charges by the goddess Morrigan to stop her.
Another great Nora Roberts trilogy
This book was slow moving for me, but toward the end, you get wrapped in the characters.
Book one of the Circle Trilogy. As with all of Nora's books, a good read.
First in a great series. Captivating!
It's book one of the circle trilogy and it's a real page-turner. I am currently reading book two!
I didnt think I would like the whole vampire scorcer scene, but was reading for the time travel aspect. Its not the black negative story that comes to mind when I think of vampires. Great boot and couldnt put it down.
As the storm rages, the tale begins, of a powerful vampire's lust for destruction-and of the circle of six charged by the goddess Morrigan to stop her.
This is the first book in the circle trilogy.
This is the first book in the circle trilogy.
This is the first book in a very good series. Roberts manages to blend action and romance without either trivializing the males or victimizing the females.
I found this to be an excellent trilogy, couldn't wait for the next to come out.
As I'm not usually a Nora Roberts fan, I was extremely impressed with this trilogy. I'm very interested in vampires, history, and Celtic/Gaelic history especially. Nora Roberts drew me in with a wonderful combination of my interests and the story line kept me reading until my eyes were crossing. I just HAD to finish the books before sleeping, I couldn't put them down.
I really did not like this book at all! Nora Roberts writing in this book seemed like she struggled all during the writing of it. I normally love anything with witches, and the theme of this book, but not a great read!
I love Nora Roberts books. This one was not one of my absolute favorites, but
nevertheless, it was entertaining and enjoyable.
nevertheless, it was entertaining and enjoyable.
I have read so many of Nora Robert's books and this series is by far my top choice. The very first book I read of hers happens to be my favorite, Midnight Bayou, but I can say that this series is now right up there. My husband had purchased a cd at the time I was reading this series and every single one of their songs matched a scene in the books. It was creepy and all the more memorable for me. The band was Spartan and it is there second cd. I think it's called Three. Check it out!!
This trilogy of books is a very good mix of magic, romance and vampires. What more could you ask for
Another GREAT Nora book! Love the relationships she is starting to form! Can't wait for the 2nd book.
Good book, good series!
another of nora's great books
I am not a die-hard Nora Roberts fan. I don't read everything she writes (or ghostwrites). I have read TWO of her "magically inclined" trilogies, this was the second (I read Three Sisters Island trilogy first). I loved all the books from both trilogies and could not reccomend them more.
The Circle trilogy was fun and romantic and exciting. I have always loved and hated that you can tell who everyone is going to end up with as the trilogy goes on, but the pace and the excitement of these books were fantastic, and such a change of gears from Three Sisters, but still in a good way.
Loved every bit of all three books. A great read. Grab the whole series if you can. :-)
The Circle trilogy was fun and romantic and exciting. I have always loved and hated that you can tell who everyone is going to end up with as the trilogy goes on, but the pace and the excitement of these books were fantastic, and such a change of gears from Three Sisters, but still in a good way.
Loved every bit of all three books. A great read. Grab the whole series if you can. :-)
If you love Ireland majic and aren't to afraid of vampires, then i recommend! Can't wait to read the next two in the series.
I enjoyed this book. The time travel was kept to a minimum and done well. Written under the premise of an old man telling a story to children makes it even more believable, although I forgot about this till the end. Couldn't put this book down till it was finished. Not a lot of plot suprises but written well enough that you don't care. Great weekend read.
This is a great book but very fast paced. You need to really pay attention
Loved the book
Another wonderful trilogy combination of the occult, suspense and romance. Very hard to put down!
I truly do enjoy Nora Roberts books, however I'm not the biggest fan of this series. It has nothing to do with the writing and more to do with the plot. This is more of a f antsy story wrapped up in a romance. While I enjoy the inventiveness, I'm just not a huge fan.
I was intrigued till the very end. My only suggestion would be to have the second book in the series so when you get done with the first you can start on the next one.
Wasn't sure about the whole vampires, witches and sorcerers thing when I began, but it's another AWESOME Roberts book!!! Can't wait to read the next two in the trilogy!
If you are a fan of the vampire genre, give this first book in the "Circle Trilogy" a try. It's a very easy, quick read, that will leave you hungry for the next book! I found it difficult to put down.
A walloping great read!
This is a wonderful book, I can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy.
Awsome book! I read all three and loved the whole story lines! I highly recommend this book, as well as the other two!
Book 1 in the trilogy it was the most enjoyable for me, setting the characters beautifully.
As a storm rages, the tale begins...of a powerful vampire's lust for destruction and of the circle of six charged by the goddess Morrigan to stop her.
Book 1 of the trilogy...rave reviews
Great Trilogy. Really enjoyed reading and normally I'm not into the fantasty romance types.
Excellent series
Part one of the cirlce trilogy - a little cheesy, but a really quick read for a weekend.
Book one of the Circle Trilogy. Very interesting read. This series leaves your imagination open to the possibilities.
The first of a trilogy of powerful vampires and the circle of six who try to defeat....
A slow start, but exciting in the end. I look forward to reading the rest of the series.
Thought it wa a good book. Nora Roberts are always good and are a fun read. this one did not disappoint!
Great Great Great series of books!!!
Part one of the Circle Trilogy. Vampires, a goddess, past and present all meet. Pretty typical Nora Roberts.
First book in Nora Roberts newest trilogy fantasy romance
Morrigan's Cross is part one of a three part trilogy by Nora Roberts. The story takes you on a magical journey beginning in 12th century Ireland to the present day, with the Sorcerer Hoyt and his Vampire brother Cian battling the Vampire Queen Lilith. In the story you are introduced to six central characters, all with unique talents and abilities that will be utilized to battle Lilith and the Vampire army she is creating in order to take over the world, and emphasis on the relationship between 12th Century Sorcerer Hoyt and present day Wiccan Glenna. You are kept on the edge of your seat wanting to know what happens next with this small group of warriors willing to stand up to Lilith and her army of Vampire's, even if it means giving up their lives in order to save each other and the world.
This is first of a trilogy....very entaining and mystical and full of romance
I'm not a time travel fan, but once I worked past that I loved this series. Of the three books, this one seems the most rushed.
Book one in the trilogy.
Book one of the Circle Trilogy - a Circle of 6 is searched for to save the world. Magical - couldn't put it down!
great series!
The first in another trilogy from Nora Roberts. Of course, it follows her normal formula of three female and three male characters that come together and each couples up.
Our cast of characters for this trilogy:
Hoyt Mac Cionaoith/McKenna a 12th century Irish sorcerer and descendant of Morrigan, the faerie queen. He seeks to avenge the death of his brother, Cian.
Cian (Cane) Mc Cionaoith/McKenna Hoyts neer-do-well twin brother, his partying and womanizing has caused him to become a victim of Lilith, the vampire queen, who has turned him into a vampire. In the 21st century, he owns a popular and successful New York night club.
Glenna Ward a hereditary witch and artist from the 21st century. She has visions and joins forces with the McKenna brothers to defeat Lilith.
Moira of Geall the future queen of Gaell, an ancient Irish land. Her mother has been killed by Liliths vampires and she will also join forces with the Hoyt, Cian and Glenna to defeat Lilith and return to the Gaell to seek her crown.
Larkin of Gaell cousin of Moira and a shape-shifter, he too comes with Moira to join forces against Lilith.
Blair Nola Bridget Murphy a 21st century demon hunter and a descendant of Hoyt and Cians sister, Nola. Sent to Ireland by Morrigan to join the hunt.
The story opens with a grandfather telling stories to his grandchildren . . .
We meet Hoyt as he fights Lilith and Cian after she has turned Cian into a vampire. Using his sorcerers powers he is able to defeat them. He is then sent by Morrigan to the dance to go forward to the 21st century to defeat Lilith and save his family. He asks Morrigan to protect his family that he leaves behind and she creates for him seven crosses for each of his surviving family members.
His trip through the dance takes him to modern day New York City where his brother Cian runs a successful and popular night club. He is very wealthy and has not sought humans to feed off for years. He has a man named King who works as his body guard. He finds Cian, who is now going by the name Cane, and convinces him that he needs to join him in Ireland to defeat Lilith.
Glenna Ward is an artist and photographer working in New York City. She is also a hereditary witch. One day she is given messages to find the man in a portrait she has drawn, Hoyt McKenna. She goes out into the city and eventually finds Cian, Hoyt and his security guard, King.
They form the first four members of the circle to defeat Lilith: Hoyt, Cian, a witch, Glenna; and a warrior, King. They fly to Ireland and Cians home ther where they hope to meet the other two members of their circle there -- a scholar and one with many shapes.
At the same time, in the mythical land of Gaell, Moiras mother, the queen, has been viciously killed by vampires. Despite her grief, she follows the command she receives from Morrigan to go to The Dance and fight Lilith. She leaves the people of Gaell with no leader, as she refuses to attempt to remove the sword from the stone to determine if she is the next ruler of Gaell until Lilith has been defeated. Her cousin, Larkin, a shape-shifter, insists on travelling with her. The two go to the Dance and travel to modern day Ireland.
They meet up with the circle members from New York and begin training to defeat the vampires while living at Cians home. A romance between Hoyt and Glenna develops as this book is their love story.
Through a sad turn of events, they learn that King is not the warrior of the circle and they meet Blair Murphy, a demon hunter from Chicago. She joins the team, although somewhat skeptically as she does not trust Cian since its her lifes mission to kill and destroy vampires.
An enjoyable story but somewhat predictable as it is a Nora Roberts trilogy. One of the things that does kind of bother me is that the story is obviously taking place in County Clare (she specifically says that Hoyt lives in An Clar which is County Clare) but makes many references to things being in Chiarrai (County Kerry.) Which is geographically close to County Clare, but in the 12th century and the Gaell times, it would have been a place someone from Clar probably would not have traveled often.
Our cast of characters for this trilogy:
Hoyt Mac Cionaoith/McKenna a 12th century Irish sorcerer and descendant of Morrigan, the faerie queen. He seeks to avenge the death of his brother, Cian.
Cian (Cane) Mc Cionaoith/McKenna Hoyts neer-do-well twin brother, his partying and womanizing has caused him to become a victim of Lilith, the vampire queen, who has turned him into a vampire. In the 21st century, he owns a popular and successful New York night club.
Glenna Ward a hereditary witch and artist from the 21st century. She has visions and joins forces with the McKenna brothers to defeat Lilith.
Moira of Geall the future queen of Gaell, an ancient Irish land. Her mother has been killed by Liliths vampires and she will also join forces with the Hoyt, Cian and Glenna to defeat Lilith and return to the Gaell to seek her crown.
Larkin of Gaell cousin of Moira and a shape-shifter, he too comes with Moira to join forces against Lilith.
Blair Nola Bridget Murphy a 21st century demon hunter and a descendant of Hoyt and Cians sister, Nola. Sent to Ireland by Morrigan to join the hunt.
The story opens with a grandfather telling stories to his grandchildren . . .
We meet Hoyt as he fights Lilith and Cian after she has turned Cian into a vampire. Using his sorcerers powers he is able to defeat them. He is then sent by Morrigan to the dance to go forward to the 21st century to defeat Lilith and save his family. He asks Morrigan to protect his family that he leaves behind and she creates for him seven crosses for each of his surviving family members.
His trip through the dance takes him to modern day New York City where his brother Cian runs a successful and popular night club. He is very wealthy and has not sought humans to feed off for years. He has a man named King who works as his body guard. He finds Cian, who is now going by the name Cane, and convinces him that he needs to join him in Ireland to defeat Lilith.
Glenna Ward is an artist and photographer working in New York City. She is also a hereditary witch. One day she is given messages to find the man in a portrait she has drawn, Hoyt McKenna. She goes out into the city and eventually finds Cian, Hoyt and his security guard, King.
They form the first four members of the circle to defeat Lilith: Hoyt, Cian, a witch, Glenna; and a warrior, King. They fly to Ireland and Cians home ther where they hope to meet the other two members of their circle there -- a scholar and one with many shapes.
At the same time, in the mythical land of Gaell, Moiras mother, the queen, has been viciously killed by vampires. Despite her grief, she follows the command she receives from Morrigan to go to The Dance and fight Lilith. She leaves the people of Gaell with no leader, as she refuses to attempt to remove the sword from the stone to determine if she is the next ruler of Gaell until Lilith has been defeated. Her cousin, Larkin, a shape-shifter, insists on travelling with her. The two go to the Dance and travel to modern day Ireland.
They meet up with the circle members from New York and begin training to defeat the vampires while living at Cians home. A romance between Hoyt and Glenna develops as this book is their love story.
Through a sad turn of events, they learn that King is not the warrior of the circle and they meet Blair Murphy, a demon hunter from Chicago. She joins the team, although somewhat skeptically as she does not trust Cian since its her lifes mission to kill and destroy vampires.
An enjoyable story but somewhat predictable as it is a Nora Roberts trilogy. One of the things that does kind of bother me is that the story is obviously taking place in County Clare (she specifically says that Hoyt lives in An Clar which is County Clare) but makes many references to things being in Chiarrai (County Kerry.) Which is geographically close to County Clare, but in the 12th century and the Gaell times, it would have been a place someone from Clar probably would not have traveled often.
Whenever I read one of Nora Roberts books, I get so involved in it and want it to go on and on. I did not know this was a Trilogy until I got to the end. Oh, goody, I will have to order the 2nd and 3rd books right away!! I was really delighted with this book. It is so very exciting! Nora Roberts' books are so facinating. I have not found one I did not love yet.
This was the first book I've read by Nora Roberts and I enjoyed it immensely! Great plot and interesting characters. I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the series.
I got this book at a clearance book sale for 10 cents. I normally don't like Nora Roberts but this book was excellent. The characters are lively and exciting. The love stories are believable and exciting. This book was definetly one of the better ones of her writings. If you have never read Nora Roberts then start with this trilogy. Its sci fi fantasy meets romance and it rocks.
Not her usual writing, but interesting all the same. Sometimes it was hard to stay interested in the beginning. It does pick up though.
This was a great book cant wait for the second book!
Not typical Nora but once you start the trilogy, you start to see glimpes of the Roberts we all LOVE.
A great start to an exciting trilogy by Nora Roberts.
An amazing first book in her paranormal Circle trilogy. I couldn't put it down.
A bit different then most of her books, took me a little to get into it but I did like it.
Good story -- very different from Nora Roberts typical stories. First in the Circle trilogy, this book is about a group of six who have come from different times and worlds at the request of the gods to fight the queen vampiress and of course there is a love story in there for good measure too.
Not my all time favorite, but will read the second in the trilogy when it comes out.
Not my all time favorite, but will read the second in the trilogy when it comes out.
Rambled a bit but it was enjoyable.
This series has everything. Time travel, witches, scorcery, goddesses, vampires, parallel worlds...great fun!
A tale of witchcraft, socerery and vampires past and present. 1st in the in the Circle Trilogy
It's really hard to get into at the beginning, after the first couple of chapters Morrigan's Cross becomes just like most Roberts' novels; impossible to put down. Can't wait for the remaining 2 books.
Don't give up on it until you've read at least 3 chapters. :-)
Don't give up on it until you've read at least 3 chapters. :-)
The first of her Circle Trilogy, it has a little romance, a little fantasy, a little paranormal. I think it's the best of the trilogy.
First book in The Circle series. The first of vampire war series. If you like vampire books this one is exciting and well written.
A battle is brewing between the forces of good and evil--- a war that will be fought across the planes of time-- as Lilith, the most powerful vampire in the world, gathers her dark minions around her.
The goddess Morrigan rises up to stop her-- and with her, circle of six...
This is a fast reading thrilling book
sally in MI
The goddess Morrigan rises up to stop her-- and with her, circle of six...
This is a fast reading thrilling book
sally in MI
It just didn't hold my interest.
Great start for the trilogy. The characters and story will have you hooked.
A battle is brewing between the forces of good and evil - a war that will be fought across the planes of time - as Lilith, the most powerful vampire in the world, gathers her dark minions around her. The goddess Morrigan rises up to stop her - and with her, a circle of six...
Great book
Again Nora writes a great book! You won't want to put this series down! Vampires, Witches and more..... YOu'll love it!
like all of Nora Robers' tales, it is interesting, but the subject matter, people from different centuries and backgrounds banding the world to fight off the intended "Hitler" like spreading control of the world, is for me a bit mutch. But the story does keep one turing the pages. I hope she gets the other two books written quickly so she can go back to writing her regular genre which is much, much better.
Great new series!!! Nora Roberts takes her blend of romance with a blend of the underworld, I thought it was great.
First book in a new trilogy from Nora Roberts.
A battle is brewing between the forces of good and evil. Lillith the most powerful vampire in the world and the goddess Morrigan will collide in battle.
A battle is brewing between the forces of good and evil. Lillith the most powerful vampire in the world and the goddess Morrigan will collide in battle.
Great start to a trilogy.
As a storm rages, the tale begins...of a powerful vampire's lust for destruction-and of the circle of six charged by the goddess Morrigan to stop her.
This is the first book in the circle trilogy. I loved this book and couldn't wait to get my hands on the other two. Don't let vampires stop you from reading this series. I was leery at first, but Nora had me hooked on chapter one. Another great trilogy from Nora Roberts!
This is the first book in the circle trilogy. I loved this book and couldn't wait to get my hands on the other two. Don't let vampires stop you from reading this series. I was leery at first, but Nora had me hooked on chapter one. Another great trilogy from Nora Roberts!
very good as usual for Nora Roberts-looking forward to next book.
Slow starting but now I'm hooked and will have to finish the trilogy!
Book one of the Circle trilogy
As a storm rages, the tale begins...of a pwerful vampire's lust for destruction - and of the circle of 6 charged by the goddess Morrigan to stop her.
I was a little leary at first but Nora Roberts delivered again. Outstanding book....
Any book by Nora Roberts is a winner. This is book one of the Circle Trilogy. The circle of six have been charged by the goddess Morrigan to stop a powerful vampire's lust for destruction. Let the battle begin!
great book beginning of a new trylogy by roberts
Morrigan's Cross was a little hard to get started. Nora let us down with her trite dialog. However, once we got past the first 50 pages or so, the book picked up and the dialog was much better.
I really loved this book. It was so different from some of her other books & nicely done! A lot of Nora's books, especially her older ones, are too "cookie cutter" without a spot of originality in them, but not so with this one. Up until now the Three Sisters Island Trilogy and the In The Garden Trilogy have been my favorites, but this one surpassed them. I really liked the blending of characters from various times & places and the overall theme. This one surprised me with how much I liked it. Well done.
great book
A little harder to get into for me...this is a sci-fi type story about witches, sorcerers and vampires. Not her usual type story but of course told with her ultimate skill. Once half way into the book I was totally hooked.
Good start to what looks to be another great Nora trilogy.
Great story! Nora at her best!
Enjoyed the story.
Nora Roberts best!
Her best yet in my opinion. I love the mystical elements and the battles of good versus evil!
Can't wait to read the next one
Can't wait to read the next one
This is the first book of 3. If you like witches and vampires and Irish foke lore, you will enjoy this book.
First of a series of 3. Goddess Morrigan charges a twelfth century sorcerrer Hoyt to destroy vampire Lilith, who's turned Hoyt's twin into a vampire. Hoyt must find the other 5 people to form the Circle of Six to fight Lilith, who are from other worlds and times. Robert's style overcomes the problems of reality/time travel/fantasy (for those not into this type of book)to catch the reader up in her tale. As usual, you're left anxious for the next in the series to appear....
scary but quick read
Not enough time in one day--very good read. Can't put it down
Book one of the Circle Trilogy.
This was a very different book for Nora Roberts and I enjoyed it thoroughly.
This book is different from any of Nora Roberts' other books. It has time travel, shape shifting, vampires, witchcraft and I wasn't sure I would like it. However, once again this author comes through with her writing style and "hooked" me right in. Now I can't wait for the next one in this trilogy.
Interesting tale of vampire's - not my usual type of book, but the characters are good.
A great book! It has a little bit of everything Nora!
okay start to series enough to keep my interest so far. could have had more substance though
The story is good so far. It was difficult to find interest but when Hoyt meets with Cian in the future, I then found it enthralling.
Anyway, I can't wait to start the second and then, the third...
Anyway, I can't wait to start the second and then, the third...
good story
Another fantastic book. I had my doubts - I am not a vampire fan, but this book was just as excellent as all her others. I can't wait to read the next one in this trilogy!
Vampires and witches. Shape shifters and sorcerers. Quick paced and thrilling. Nora Roberts has created the beginning of a great saga.
Couldn't put it down-a great start to a new trilogy
As a storm rages,the tale begins...of a powerful vampire's lust for destruction-and of the circle of six charged by the goddess Morrigan to stop her.
As a storm rages,the tale begins...of a powerful vampire's lust for destruction-and of the circle of six charged by the goddess Morrigan to stop her.
Good Book! I enjoyed this one and am reading the next.
I wasn't sure that I would enjoy this series, but this book was GREAT!! I'm really anxious to read the next two books in the trilogy...Nancy B
The first in a new trilogy from Nora Roberts..A battle is brewing between the forces of good and evil-a war thata will be fought across the planes of time, as Lilith, the most powerful vampire in the world, gathers her dark minions around her. The goddess Morrigan rises up to stop her-and with her, a circle of six.....This first book is how the six came together, and the exciting interactions between them, and their fighting Lilith....Good book
I didn't care for this at all. Didn't even finish it!
A battle is brewing between the forces of good and evil - a war that will be fought across the planes of time - as Lilith, the most powerful vampire in the world, gathers her dark minions around her ...
The goddess Morrigan rises up to stop her - and with her, a circle of six ...
The goddess Morrigan rises up to stop her - and with her, a circle of six ...
First in the Circle Trilogy about time travel, vampires, and Armageddon
Not her best. Didn't even finish it.
As a storm rages, the tale begins...of a powerful vampire's lust for destruction--and of the circle of six charged by the goddess Morrigan to stop her.
First book in the Circle triology
This is not my usual genre but I am hooked. I can't wait to read Book 2!
the first in a series of three. About a chosen group of people who fight to save the earth from vampires. I did't think I would like it but I did. I am now reading the second in the series.
fast paced, sometimes dark romance. Easy and quick read.
Another great book by Nora Roberts! Time travel, vampyres, sorcery, good against evil, its all there.
Very good read. I can not wait to read the next one....
FABULOUS...Does this woman never miss?
First book of a new a trilogy.....really not the kind of book I usually read but I find myself enjoying it....will look for the next two when they are written
a sorcerer, a with, and a vampire team up. A bit too mystical for my taste.
Much better than I expected. Not into vampire novels but this first book in the trilogy was worth reading. And now I have to wait for books two and three!!!
Book one of the Circle Trilogy
Nora Roberts knows how to get you caught up in the story she wants to tell. I really do not read too many books about vampires, but I truly liked this book. This is the first one in the Circle Trilogy. Can't wait to read the other two.
Great book! The first in the Circle Trilogy.
Ugh!! First book of Nora Robert's that I couldn't finish. I read about 2/3rd's of the book and just couldn't take any more. I love her books, especially her J. D. Robb series, but, in my opinion, she should stay away from this genre. Of course, this is only my opinion and I'm sure many will enjoy this book. Happy Reading!!
1st in a series of wonderful books!!
Book one of the Circle Trilogy and first I've read by Nora Roberts. Enjoyable, interesting read.
This book is one in a two part series. As it happens i have read both and enjoyed them for different reason. In this book she bring together the modern world with a magical world and gets people who dont know each other or trust each other learn to work together as a unit for the good of this world. She is a true artist with words so you feel you are really there with them and fighting for them. So curl up and enjoy both of her book.
I couldn't even get through this book.
Excellent beginning of 3 books of the "Circle"...really good read. Better than usual set of three by THE NORA !
Great beginning to the series.
Another GREAT by Nora!! Could not put it down and can't wait to go buy the next one!
A compelling read by one of my all time favorite authors. Nora's writing style is smooth. Her books are great reads. When I read it, I had the next two books of the trilogy ready to make it read like a nice thick novel.
As the storm rages, a tale begins -- of a powerful vampire's lust for destruction - and of the circle of six charged by the godess Morrigan to stop her.
Fabulous, I couldn't put it down.
Fabulous, I couldn't put it down.
A little "dark" for Nora Roberts, but a VERY good read. Love the characters and the time travel. No matter what the content or theme of the book, she always has a good love story !!
This book was just OK. Good time passer only. Nora seems to have a formula that she sticks to like crazy. Thought I was rereading some of her books.
Trilogy.... One of Nora's best!
I LOVED IT!!
I LOVED IT!!
I could not get in to it :(
First book in the Circle Trilogy. I didn't like it and couldn't even finish it. I usually love all her books and I was disappointed.
I did NOT like this one and I won't be purchasing the other two that go in the series. It was a difficult read and vampires, sorcerrors and shpae shifters are just not what I want to settle down with from Nora Roberts.
Great Book!
In his grief at his twin brother's death, Hoyt uses his powers to call forth the creature responsible so he can kill it. After the struggle, where he fails and is greatly injured himself, he is sent on a journey to meet with five others who will join with him to become the leaders of an army to defeat her. Vampire, sorcerer, shape-shifter, witch, fairie queen, and warrior must learn to trust each other in order to fight the evil that's coming.
Great story...can't wait to read the next one!
a 17th century sorcerer, a witch, a shape shifter, a warrior and a vampire join forces to thwart a plan to take over the world by vampiress Lilith.
This was also an excellent book, this is book one of the Circle Trilogy! I am a smoker, please keep that in mind. No damage to book however.
Its classic Nora Roberts.
A little slow in the begining but as all Nora Roberts series, I am running out to the bookstore to get #2. It seems the theme of this war of the Vamires is focused on more than the romance.
All I can say is...don't miss this series! This book is brand new.
Very good book, Different kind of book from Nora Roberts.
12th-century Ireland, sorcerer Hoyt Mac Cionaoith does battle with a centuries-old vampire named Lilith, who has turned Hoyt's twin brother, Cian, into a fellow bloodsucker. Unable to defeat her, Hoyt is visited by the goddess of battle, Morrigan, who charges him with the task of leading a battle, "the greatest ever waged," against Lilith and her demons. Hoyt must gather five others to fight alongside him: "the witch, the warrior, the scholar, the one of many forms, and the one you've lost." He travels in time to present-day New York, where he encounters his vampire brother, Cian, and Glenna, a beautiful red-haired witch. Two more warriors, Moira and Larkin, join them back in the Mac Cionaoith ancestral home. Romance ignites between Hoyt and Glenna as enemies emerge from the shadows, and the "circle of six" prepare for the big showdown with Lilith.
An interesting fantasy book that was well written.
A battle is brewing between the forces of good and evil - a war that will be fought across the planes of time, as Lilith, the most powerful vampire in the world, gathers her dark minions around her. The goddess Morrigan rises up to stop her - and with her, a circle of six....
Great new Triology!!!!! Very intense!!!!
great good loved all three
"A battle is brewing betwen the forces of good and evil - a war that will be fought across the planes of time - as Lilith, the most powerful vampire in the worlds, gathers her dark minions around her.
The Goddess Morrigan rises up to stop her - and with her, a circle of six..."
The first in the new trilogy.
The Goddess Morrigan rises up to stop her - and with her, a circle of six..."
The first in the new trilogy.
Love this book and this trilogy! Such a wonderful story!
Book One of the Circle Trilogy
In 12th-century Ireland, sorcerer Hoyt Mac Cionaoith does battle with a centuries-old vampire named Lilith, who has turned Hoyt's twin brother, Cian, into a fellow bloodsucker. Unable to defeat her, Hoyt is visited by the goddess of battle, Morrigan, who charges him with the task of leading a battle, "the greatest ever waged," against Lilith and her demons. Hoyt must gather five others to fight alongside him: "the witch, the warrior, the scholar, the one of many forms, and the one you've lost." He travels in time to present-day New York, where he encounters his vampire brother, Cian, and Glenna, a beautiful red-haired witch. Two more warriors, Moira and Larkin, join them back in the Mac Cionaoith ancestral home. Romance ignites between Hoyt and Glenna as enemies emerge from the shadows, and the "circle of six" prepare for the big showdown with Lilith. This well-plotted, finely detailed paranormal adventure is driven by richly developed characters, making it a cut above others in this subgenre, and among Roberts's best.
In 12th-century Ireland, sorcerer Hoyt Mac Cionaoith does battle with a centuries-old vampire named Lilith, who has turned Hoyt's twin brother, Cian, into a fellow bloodsucker. Unable to defeat her, Hoyt is visited by the goddess of battle, Morrigan, who charges him with the task of leading a battle, "the greatest ever waged," against Lilith and her demons. Hoyt must gather five others to fight alongside him: "the witch, the warrior, the scholar, the one of many forms, and the one you've lost." He travels in time to present-day New York, where he encounters his vampire brother, Cian, and Glenna, a beautiful red-haired witch. Two more warriors, Moira and Larkin, join them back in the Mac Cionaoith ancestral home. Romance ignites between Hoyt and Glenna as enemies emerge from the shadows, and the "circle of six" prepare for the big showdown with Lilith. This well-plotted, finely detailed paranormal adventure is driven by richly developed characters, making it a cut above others in this subgenre, and among Roberts's best.
read a while back. good read.
Book 1 of the Circle Trilogy
In 12th-century Ireland, sorcerer Hoyt Mac Cionaoith does battle with a centuries-old vampire named Lilith, who has turned Hoyt's twin brother, Cian, into a fellow bloodsucker. Unable to defeat her, Hoyt is visited by the goddess of battle, Morrigan, who charges him with the task of leading a battle, "the greatest ever waged," against Lilith and her demons. Hoyt must gather five others to fight alongside him: "the witch, the warrior, the scholar, the one of many forms, and the one you've lost." He travels in time to present-day New York, where he encounters his vampire brother, Cian, and Glenna, a beautiful red-haired witch. Two more warriors, Moira and Larkin, join them back in the Mac Cionaoith ancestral home. Romance ignites between Hoyt and Glenna as enemies emerge from the shadows, and the "circle of six" prepare for the big showdown with Lilith.
In 12th-century Ireland, sorcerer Hoyt Mac Cionaoith does battle with a centuries-old vampire named Lilith, who has turned Hoyt's twin brother, Cian, into a fellow bloodsucker. Unable to defeat her, Hoyt is visited by the goddess of battle, Morrigan, who charges him with the task of leading a battle, "the greatest ever waged," against Lilith and her demons. Hoyt must gather five others to fight alongside him: "the witch, the warrior, the scholar, the one of many forms, and the one you've lost." He travels in time to present-day New York, where he encounters his vampire brother, Cian, and Glenna, a beautiful red-haired witch. Two more warriors, Moira and Larkin, join them back in the Mac Cionaoith ancestral home. Romance ignites between Hoyt and Glenna as enemies emerge from the shadows, and the "circle of six" prepare for the big showdown with Lilith.
From the back cover - "As a storm rages, the tale begins...of a powerful vampire's lust for destruction--and the circle of six charged by the goddess Morrigan to stop her"
The first in a trilogy
The first in a trilogy
A battle is brewing between the forces of good and evil-a war that will be fought across the planes of time-
as Lilith, the most powerful vampire in the world, gathers her dark minions around her. The goddess Morrigan rises up to stop her-and with her, a circle of six...
as Lilith, the most powerful vampire in the world, gathers her dark minions around her. The goddess Morrigan rises up to stop her-and with her, a circle of six...
I absolutely love all of Nora Robert's books and this one was no exception!
Never read. I purchased this book in error as, even though I love most Norma Roberts books, I do not normally read good and evil vampire theme books.
As a storm rages,the tale begins...of a powerful vampire's lust for destruction-and of the circle of six charged by the goddess Morrigan to stop her. 342 pages
As a storm rages, the tale begins...of a powerful vampire's lust for destruction-and of the circle of six charged by the goddess Morrigan to stop her.
