Daughters of Nicnevin

During the 1745 Jacobite Rebellion, two powerful witches realise how vulnerable they are with the men away fighting. They team up with fae queen Nicnevin to make men out of earth and bring them to life, but are they safe from their protectors?

"Set against the evocative backdrop of Scotland in the 1700s, the Jacobite uprising and the witch trials, Daughters of Nicnevin is a haunting, ethereal tale of love, sisterhood and magic."

"Sweeping and evocative, Daughters of Nicnevin is lush, earnest, and painfully heartfelt. Every word etches truth in your soul: when it comes to Scottish history tinged with magic, there is no greater authority. Compelling and bone-shakingly real, Kinsella is a beautiful and singular voice."

“With plenty of peril and a delicate romance, this enchanting book will sweep you away into a past that feels as vivid as the present.”

"A tale so powerfully bewitching I forgot reality, and at times even breathing, existed." "A compelling, cautionary tale of the desperate and powerless finding arcane magic to defend themselves. The best of intentions can’t save them from unforeseen consequences." "A story of love, community and responsibility that weaves together the heartening and heartbreaking to spellbinding effect." "[A] combination of sapphic romance and supernatural Highland folklore [...] The moody atmospherics are impressive and vibrant local color adds some fun." "[Daughters of Nicnevin] is atmospheric and rich with details, an eclectic mix of historical novel, fantasy, and love story." “A superb slice of bygone Scottish life brewed with folklore and witchcraft into a fresh and fantastic read.”

"Weaving the language of fae and feminine power into its story of historical turmoil, this is a moving, involving novel about found family, consent, releasing fear, and community grit. [...] Two women combine their innate powers to protect a community in Daughters of Nicnevin, an arresting historical novel with a sapphic twist."

Daughters of Nicnevin is a masterpiece in feminist folklore, a beautiful story of witches, love and protection. Highly recommended.

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"[...] the best fantasy novel I have read in a long, long time and, quite honestly, an instant classic in the genre."

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''A strong debut that builds on traditional fantasy... fresh, exciting, and interesting.'' Alex S Bradshaw, BFS Indie Reviews

''A wonderfully constructed novel, epic world building and a fantastic story ... what more can I say?'' Peter Hutchinson, TheGrimDarkFiles

''Refreshingly original, intense and exciting, Shona Kinsella''s Ashael Rising is an impressive debut from a wonderful new voice in fantasy fiction.'' Michael Rowley, former Editorial Director at Del Ray

''Healing, hope-inspiring and joyful.'' Anna Smith Spark

 ''A wonderful, well-drawn fantasy adventure centered on magic and community. It’s a tale with a huge heart.'' Neil Williamson

 ''Kinsella’s bright, fresh voice brings us a world of subtle depth and characters who feel like they matter. The mysteries pulled me along, but the relationships made me care. You’ll want this in your hands.'' Stewart Hotston

''Ashael Rising is a wonderfully inventive start to an exciting new fantasy series. I loved the cast of characters to cheer for and also be terrified of!'' Runalong the Shelves

Mairead and Constance, two powerful witches, meet in the early days of the 1745 Jacobite uprising. While the men of the village are away fighting, the villagers face threats from both the Black Watch and raiders, and the women are confronted with their vulnerability. They enlist the help of Nicnevin, fae queen of witches, to bring men made of earth to life to help protect their village. But just who do they need protection from? And what will happen when the village men return?

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• | Author: Shona Kinsella
• | Publisher: Flame Tree Publishing
• | Publication Date: Nov 11, 2025
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• | Binding: Hardback
• | ISBN-13: 9781805520207
• | ISBN-10: 1805520202