Books like Lady of Avalon by Marion Zimmer Bradley
Marion Zimmer Bradley depicts a world where the mythic island of Avalon, surrounded by golden valleys and silver mists, prefaces the King Arthur legend. In this narrative, three powerful priestesses guide Roman Britian through a crisis, fighting to restore forgotten magic and the traditions of a proud, ancient past.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Fantasy/Historical Fantasy
Authors: Marion Zimmer Bradley
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