Boudica’s Daughter

Attention all historical fiction lovers: finally, a historical novel that features the Roman occupation of Britain in the first century AD!

Sam J Hutchins has stepped up to the plate, filled the void and penned a wonderful, much needed and anticipated account about Voada, Queen of Iceni, and her daughters, Caitlyn and Keara as they lead an uprising against the conquering forces of the Roman Empire. Emperor Nero is wringing his hands greedily after Voada’s husband dies and his will is read in Londinium. You see, the Iceni kingdom is one of the richest Celtic lands and once controlled, can bring lots of money into Nero’s coffers. To safeguard his family’s inheritance, King Prasutagus, before succumbing to the wasting disease, stated that he wished his two benefactors to each receive half of the share of his kingdom and Emperor Nero to be the remaining co-heir. Nero cruelly twists the wording of the King’s will and boldly announces that Caitlyn can’t become the ruling heir; furthermore, they have two months to repay loans the Iceni thought were gifts! This would prove to be the catalyst for Voada demanding revenge. When the men sent to impose Roman law and confiscate the land arrive, they are met with the fiercely unified Celtic tribes. History books tell of Voada summoning her people to unleash war upon the invading Romans near a settlement for discharged Roman soldiers in Camulodunum, now modern-day Colchester in England. What ensues is an epic battle recorded in the annals of history. Voada is renamed Boudica and well, the rest is history!

You’ll have to pick up a copy of this book to follow the resistance as these disenchanted people take up arms and take the fight to the Romans. This book has something for everyone; the fierce love of a mother willing to do anything for her daughters, the sisterly bond that supports wayward siblings, a loving canine companion, a romance, brutal battles and even unsuspected plot twists! Hutchins, with the ability to bring history alive, has made sure we remember this courageous warrior queen who fought for freedom from oppression, for herself and all the Celtic tribes of Britain.

Thank you, Sam F. Hutchins, Matador Books, Troubador Publishing and Netgalley for the gift of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Druids, female warriors, evil Romans. Call me odd, but I find all those things comforting. "Boudica's Daughter" has a lot more to offer than just those things. There are moments of intense drama, heartbreak, and fierce hope. It's a very well-rounded book and is brilliantly written. I would very much like to read more of this author's work.

My thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley. This review was written voluntarily and is entirely my own, unbiased, opinion.

This book was amazing! It had it all; mystery, passion, betrayal, standing up for what you know is right....everything! I am very thankful for the publishers, the author, and netgalley for allowing me to read this book. It kept me pulled in the entire time, I couldn't put it down!

i really enjoyed this book, I liked the use of historical points and adding that to the characters. I'd be interested in seeing more from this series.

Exceptional story for a period of history often glossed over in literature. The time period (60ad) has never been so vividly depicted and sets an enigma of a woman on its front pages. Beautiful story, exceptional characters and plot - this is a must read from anyone even slightly curious of the history surrounding Boudicca and her descendants.

This book is so captivating, loved following the story of this powerful women and the story of the Iceni. An excellent story for this period in history.
Amazing characters with a complex plot. Loved reading it!

The Iceni warrior queen boudica has a tragic, courageous and well known tale, rebel who took on the Romans. This very immersive tale continues this story through her daughters whose rape triggered their mothers revenge against the Roman invaders. Full of description that brings the period to life you are drawn into what happened next yo Catlynn and Keara in their quest for revenge and the protection of the Iceni people and Britainnic way of life. An excellent read

I really enjoyed Boudica's Daughter but I felt it was a bit rushed. It was very fast paced which isn't a bad thing but I felt like everything could have been expanded on. I almost wish that it had been split into two books. The first book about the rise of the rebellion and Boudica dying and then the second book about the aftermath and Keara going off to Africa,

I loved the story of Boudica, and this book helped bring to life Boudica and her daughters. To let them have a voice, even if is fictional.