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Award-winning author, Linnea Tanner, weaves Celtic tales of love, magical adventure, and political intrigue in Ancient Rome and Britannia. Since childhood, she has passionately read about ancient civilizations and mythology. Of particular interest are the enigmatic Celts, who were reputed as fierce warriors and mystical Druids.

Linnea has extensively researched ancient and medieval history, mythology, and archaeology and has traveled to sites described within each of her books in the Curse of Clansmen and Kings series. Books released in her series include Apollo’s Raven (Book 1), Dagger’s Destiny (Book 2), Amulet’s Rapture (Book 3), and Skull’s Vengeance (Book 4). She has also released the historical fiction short story Two Faces of Janus.

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Book 1: Apollo's Raven is historical fiction weaving an epic Celtic tale of love, magic, adventure, intrigue, and betrayal.

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Linnea Tanner Lorraine wrote: "Hi aunt Linnea,
I really enjoyed your books I can’t wait for the next one.
Lorraine"


OMG! What a pleasant surprise to chat with you on Goodreads. I remember you as a little girl but have since lost contact with your family. Thank you for your lovely comment. Feel free to email me at linnea@linneatanner.com



Lorraine Bustos Hi aunt Linnea,
I really enjoyed your books I can’t wait for the next one.
Lorraine


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Marie Phillip Thank you for being my friend on goodreads! RUNNER, Marie Ann Phillip


Brigitte Thank you for the friendvite Linea. Enjoy your weekend :))


Carole Gill Hi Linnea. thanks for adding me. :)


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Rusty Nugent Hello,

Hopefully, we will become great buddies. I am an 42 year old southern gentleman author. I am working on my third novel. It's an paranormal, horror, adventure, magical, romantic, urban, dark fantasy book series, named Moonwarriors: In An Blackened Dawn. Take a look at my second novel Moonwarriors: Guardians of the Night. Come by and we'll chat, leave a comment.

Until Next Time . . .


Louise Hart Thanks for your friendship. We have a Celtic connection!


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