First published 1979
Morgan le Fay, a high priestess of the old religion, must sacrifice her virginity in Avalon's fertility rites. The man chosen to impregnate her is her own brother, Arthur, the newly crowned king. When Arthur seemingly betrays the ways of Avalon, Morgan turns against him, determined to save the ancient isle from his Christian rule. In a clash of faiths, Morgan fights to protect the old magic even as it threatens to consume her.
Genres: mythology, historical-fiction, fantasy, religion
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, enemies-to-lovers
Setting: Great Britain
Period: Anglo-Saxon period, 449-1066
876 pages · Paperback · Ballantine Books
Content warnings: incest