Today, I have the pleasure of interviewing debut author, Ms. Amanda Connolly. She is the author of the recently released novel, The Lure of Wolves and Whispers . It is the first novel in a planned trilogy titled The Martyred Isle . This trilogy is set in a fantastical version of medieval Ireland and is heavily inspired by Irish mythology. In this interview, we discussed her inspiration that led to her writing, The Lure of Wolves and Whispers . She also tells us what we can expect from the next two future installments in The Martyred Island trilogy. Thank you Ms. Connolly! (Photo Credit: Rob Lloyd Photography) What inspired you to write The Lure of Wolves and Whispers ? There are so many elements that shaped, and continue to shape, this story and series. Chief among them is my love for Irish folklore and history, especially my fascination with the legend of St Patrick and how he came to be known for banishing the snakes from Ireland – when there never were any ...
The Lure of Wolves and Whispers (The Martyred Isle #1) Author: Amanda Connolly Genre: YA Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Romance Publisher: Sarah Barley Books/Simon and Schuster Books for Young Readers Book Release Date: July 7, 2026 Pages: 464 Source: This book was given to me by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. Synopsis: On the mist-shrouded Isle of Eireann, buying magic comes with a price. But when her beloved older sister is gravely injured, Maeve risks everything to buy the forbidden magic that might save her. In exchange, Maeve trades her life to a ruthless and dangerously alluring rebel leader. Bound to do his bidding, Maeve finds herself thrown into a deadly competition to become the next queen and stand beside a prince rumored to be more brutal than his tyrannical father. With the isle on the brink of war, trust and survival come at a terrible cost—one that will tear Maeve’s world, and her...