Isle of Mist

A Tale of Ireland and Rome

By: James Mace

Narrated by: Jonathan Waters

On the mist-shrouded Isle of Hibernia, now known as Ireland, 26 years have passed since the murder of the high king, Fiacha Finnolach. The usurper Elim of Ulster’s promises of peace and prosperity have come to naught, as drought and famine afflict the land. There are mutterings that Morrigan, Goddess of Fate, has punished the four Kingdoms of Hibernia for betraying their rightful sovereign.

Across the Irish Sea, the Roman Governor of Britannia, Julius Agricola, is met with an intriguing proposition. Fiacha’s son, Tuathal Techtmar, born when his pregnant mother fled into exile, has grown to manhood. He seeks the aid of Rome in avenging his father and becoming High King of Hibernia. Agricola sees the potential for trade across the sea, as well as securing an ally for Rome. With Emperor Titus prohibiting the use of imperial legionaries for this venture, Agricola selects an auxilia regiment, the Second Gallorum, to lead the expedition. Tuathal’s uncle, Lord Conn of the Novantae in the western Britannia midlands, pledges to aid him in his cause.

The journey across the Irish Sea takes them into the unknown, as none within Agricola’s force has ever set foot in Hibernia - not even Tuathal Techtmar, the high king in waiting.

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Interesting story!💜

While I admit history was not my favorite subject in school, I did recognize many names throughout this story. Honestly I wouldn’t know fact from fiction but the overall story was pretty good. It took me a minute to get into it but once I did, I was very engaged.
Jonathan Waters has an amazing voice that was perfectly suited for this story. He performed all the different accents, characters & foreign names brilliantly.

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A Captivating Historical Tale

Isle of Mist: A Tale of Ireland and Rome is an engaging historical story that blends culture, conflict, and adventure. The book brings to life the fascinating intersection between ancient Ireland and the influence of Rome, creating a narrative that feels both immersive and thought-provoking.

The author does a great job of building atmosphere and transporting readers to a distant era filled with political tension, cultural clashes, and personal journeys. The storytelling keeps the pages turning while also offering glimpses into the traditions and struggles of the time.

Overall, this is a compelling read for fans of historical fiction and anyone interested in stories set in the ancient world.

Awesome story

Finally! A story that shows the nuance of the Roman Empire, as a force that could actually be a useful ally, not just a greedy, ruthless entity that betrays and enslaves everyone. This was a great story, as all of James Mace’s stories are. 😁