She has published eleven novels, including the lambda awardwinning gossamer axe, and a collection of novellas spires of. After having recently mentioned gael baudinos feminist musical fantasy novel gossamer axe on another web page and on a mailing list, i decided to put up a page about it. The gossamer axe is wonderful, and she did a series about elves fading away in the middle ages and then resurging in the present. Gael baudino born 1955 is a contemporary american fantasy author who also writes under the pseudonyms of gael a. Im going to cross outside your boundaries a little because some of these the character may not be the protagonistlove interest, and mainstream is not always a clearly defined line. Latest books page 5343 read book online,top vampire books.
Author of strands of starlight, dragonsword, gossamer axe, shroud of shadow, maze of moonlight, the duel of dragons, branch and crown, spires of spirit gael baudino open library donate. Silverglass by jf rivkin gossamer axe by gael baudino the inconvenient indian by thomas king the truth about stories by thomas king kicking the habit. Gossamer axe is an entirely original heros journey, an ode to the power of music and the human spirit alike, charged with rapiersharp social commentary. Gael baudino is currently considered a single author. Dazzle the complete unabridged trilogy by gould, judith. Gossamer axe by gael baudino and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Gael baudino when her lover is imprisoned, christaa centuriesold harpermust set her free using the greatest weapon she possesses. By lyn mcconchie, science fiction and fantasy author. In the age of inquisition, there is no place for magic. You wouldnt know it, because this is some full on insane magical guitar battling 80s style with big hair and unicorns and stuff. This new book is becoming something of a cult item, and youll understand why.
A sense of excitement lit up my veins when i saw my. Author gael baudinos complete list of books and series in order, with the latest releases, covers, descriptions and availability. She is a minister of dianic wicca and a professional harper, teaching, performing, and recording in the denver area. If music is magic to you, then this book will be too. Strands of starlight signet nov 7, 1989 by gael baudino. For years, i searched for books that were like my favorite novel. Natil was the last of her people, but in this time when the church sentenced guilty and innocent alike to torture, what place was there for one such as she. Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. Gael baudino books list of books by author gael baudino. Gael baudino born in 1955, started selling in the 1980s. Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards. Buy this book despite a magical, nurturing celtic lass. The main character is a celtic harpist whose lover is held captive by fairies.
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Gael baudino born 1955 is a contemporary american fantasy author who also writes under. Books by gael baudino all formats hardcover paperback sort by. Gossamer axe 1990 isbn 0451450256 the borders of life 1999 as g. Reading this with fresh eyes, gossamer axe is still the awesome, kick ass fantasy starring an all woman metal band, led by the ageless harper chariste ni cummen, who seeks her love lost to the sidhe. Duel of dragons dragonsword aug 6, 1991 by gael baudino. Baudino, gael 1955 us writer and harpist, formerly a priestess of dianic wicca. See all books authored by gael baudino, including gossamer axe, and maze of moonlight, and more on.
Gossamer axe mass market paperback august 7, 1990 by gael baudino author. Microbiological testing in food safety management international commission on microbiological specifications for. Download music and magic or read online books in pdf, epub, tuebl, and mobi format. Old school feminism and cultural snapshot with magic and a hint of classical fantasy. But there was something right about it being one of the first books i read. I first looked into it because id heard of its having strong tg elements, and though the covers were unpromising, looking like fairly generic high fantasy, i was pleasantly surprised to find it much better and more original than i expected. Nor is there a role for elves, the keepers of enchantments.
Again, a fantasy novel goes where romance books are too wimpy to tread a female rock band, with all the attendant pitfalls of success. Pagans, homosexuals, and anyone who has ever felt like an outcast will find this book to be a healing spiritual experience. Its one of the books that changed the way i look at life, and i wanted to. Gossamer axe mass market paperback august 1990 by gael baudino author polyamorous master harper turns to rocknroll to save her trapped lady lover. Top ten fantasy novels that have gay people in them. Gael is a contemporary american fantasy author who also writes under the pseudonyms. Gossamer axe by gael baudino 1990, paperback for sale. I dont suppose i really believe in a goddess, but when reading gossamer axe i felt touched by her hand. The dragonsword trilogy by gael baudino consists of dragonsword, duel of dragons, and dragon death. I searched up and down in goodreads, tried subject headings in library catalogs, and asked book riot insiders for recommendations. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. Gael baudinos feminist musical fantasy novel gossamer axe.
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