title: Oath of the Brotherhood: A Novel (The Song of Seare)
author:  C. E. Laureano 
description: Gr 8 UpConor Mac Nir is a prince, son of King Galbraith. Conor has been away from his home for many years, being raised by a foster family in another kingdom, but his return to Tigh is not a joyous occasion. He is a disappointment to his fathermore gifted at the harp and at scholarly pursuits than in sword fightingand a Balian (Christian) to boot. King Gailbraith sends Conor to Lisdara as a political hostage, but rather than hostility, Conor finds acceptance from the King of Faolan, and love with Aine, the king's half-sister. But more than romance is afoot. There is a political and religious struggle going on, and the protagonist leaves Lisdara to live and train among the warrior brothers called the Firein. There, he learns about the strength within him and turns his heart toward Comdiu (God) to see what he is being called to do. This is Christian fiction presented as high fantasy in an old Ireland-inspired setting. The names are complicated (a pronunciation guide is in the back), and the map of the kingdoms will most likely be referred to often. Fantasy readers will be happy with the magic, fighting, and the quest the hero undertakes. Christian fiction readers will be content with the religious messageand the discussion questions included. Recommended for collections that need inspirational fiction presented in an accessible way.Heather Webb, Worthington Libraries, OH
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  # Praise for the Song of Seare Series
  
  
  _Oath of the Brotherhood_ introduces readers to a medieval world in which the
  natural and supernatural collide in sometimes frightening and often beautiful
  moments of Christian allegory and emotional truth. Author C.E. Laureano does
  not hesitate to strike her characters in the heart, contrasting the dissonance
  of passionate despair against the brighter chords of hope as they are forced
  to exchange betrayal for aid, death for life, friendship for sacrifice, honor
  for faithfulness, and all for love.
  
  
  _USA TODAY_
  
  
  The second installment of the Song of Seare series is just as good as the
  first. Conor and Aine’s struggles to hold on to hope makes them lovable
  characters who resonate with readers. The setting is unique and the plot moves
  quickly and is very engaging. Readers will be thirsty for the final 