When her lover is imprisoned, christaa centuriesold harpermust set. Which science fiction or fantasy book do you wish went on forever. Gossamer axe paperback january 1, 1990 by gael baudino author 4. 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. Some comments about similarities and differences between gossamer axe and. Gossamer axe mass market paperback august 7, 1990 by gael baudino author. Books by gael baudino all formats hardcover paperback sort by. Again, a fantasy novel goes where romance books are too wimpy to tread a female rock band, with all the attendant pitfalls of success. 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.
Readers interested in her early work should look for gossamer axe, in which a former victim of the fair. Old school feminism and cultural snapshot with magic and a hint of classical fantasy. Microbiological testing in food safety management international commission on microbiological specifications for. For years, i searched for books that were like my favorite novel. Gael baudino born 1955 is a contemporary american fantasy author who also writes under. Gael baudinos feminist musical fantasy novel gossamer axe. 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.
Dragon death dragonsword apr 7, 1992 by gael baudino. She is a minister of dianic wicca and a professional harper, teaching, performing, and recording in the denver area. Author gael baudinos complete list of books and series in order, with the latest releases, covers, descriptions and availability. Latest books page 5343 read book online,top vampire books. She has published eleven novels, including the lambda awardwinning gossamer axe, and a collection of novellas spires of. The main character is a celtic harpist whose lover is held captive by fairies. 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. I searched up and down in goodreads, tried subject headings in library catalogs, and asked book riot insiders for recommendations. 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. You wouldnt know it, because this is some full on insane magical guitar battling 80s style with big hair and unicorns and stuff. Audacious and heartfelt, gossamer axe is an entirely original heros journey.
Her music and religious background inform several of her novels, particularly gossamer axe 1990, in which a 6thcentury celtic harpist flung into the 20thcentury usa uses heavy rock to rescue her lover from her captivity by the sidhe. Shroud of shadow 1993 read online free book by gael. The dragonsword trilogy by gael baudino consists of dragonsword, duel of dragons, and dragon death. Gossamer axe by gael baudino and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. 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. Always competent and sometimes compelling, it appeals more to women than men, is primarily fantasy from a semireal background, and is a worthy readonce. Pagans, homosexuals, and anyone who has ever felt like an outcast will find this book to be a healing spiritual experience. Gael baudino born in 1955, started selling in the 1980s.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Then by chance, one day, i was browsing through the wikipedia page on cyberpunk derivatives and saw a section titled elfpunk. The amount of love and tenderness that baudino put into this book is truly amazing. Duel of dragons dragonsword aug 6, 1991 by gael baudino. 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. It has a nearimmortal lesbian human protagonist, and a battle against an ancient fae bard that is won by oldschool heavy metal. Baudino, gael 1955 us writer and harpist, formerly a priestess of dianic wicca. Dazzle the complete unabridged trilogy by gould, judith. Nor is there a role for elves, the keepers of enchantments. Finally, she finds heavy metal rock a power that just might work. Its one of the books that changed the way i look at life, and i wanted to. Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards.
A sense of excitement lit up my veins when i saw my. Music and magic download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi. Download music and magic or read online books in pdf, epub, tuebl, and mobi format. But there was something right about it being one of the first books i read. If music is magic to you, then this book will be too. She has been unsuccessfully searching for centuries for a way to get her lover back. Gael is a contemporary american fantasy author who also writes under the pseudonyms.
I dont suppose i really believe in a goddess, but when reading gossamer axe i felt touched by her hand. Gossamer axe mass market paperback august 1990 by gael baudino author polyamorous master harper turns to rocknroll to save her trapped lady lover. The gossamer axe is wonderful, and she did a series about elves fading away in the middle ages and then resurging in the present. Top ten fantasy novels that have gay people in them. 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. Gossamer axe 1990 isbn 0451450256 the borders of life 1999 as g. In the age of inquisition, there is no place for magic.
Gael baudino when her lover is imprisoned, christaa centuriesold harpermust set her free using the greatest weapon she possesses. Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. Gael baudino is currently considered a single author. Buy this book despite a magical, nurturing celtic lass. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Gael baudino born 1955 is a contemporary american fantasy author who also writes under the pseudonyms of gael a. By lyn mcconchie, science fiction and fantasy author. If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. This new book is becoming something of a cult item, and youll understand why. Gossamer axe by gael baudino 1990, paperback for sale. Gael baudino books list of books by author gael baudino. Strands of starlight signet nov 7, 1989 by gael baudino.
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