Isolde

From the brilliantly witty author of Aphrodite and Herc comes a story set in the court of King Arthur, featuring knights, valour, sacrifice, magic and a feminist retelling of the love story of Tristan and Isolde.

* * * * * * * * * Isolde, Queen of Cornwall, is on the run. She didn’t mean to drink a love potion with the king’s nephew, but that little accident has made her scandalously famous. Luckily, she and Tristan find refuge in Camelot, the legendary court of King Arthur. This ought to be her happy ending.

Only it isn’t. She discovers that Camelot is full of chivalrous knights who aren’t sure how to speak to a woman, and while it houses the greatest wizard of all time, he might just be responsible for crimes against humanity. And one more thing, the love potion has worn off…

Now Isolde will have to work out what sort of life a woman can carve out for herself when the songs about her have already been written.

A tale of battered reputations, Isolde introduces an unforgettable heroine finding her way through myth, love and a world of magic.

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Readers and authors LOVE Isolde:

'Funny, fresh and full of heart, even when it's breaking yours' Cari Thomas, author of Threadneedle

‘Devoured in one evening… utterly captivating jewel of a book’ ★★★★★ reader review

'Effortlessly balances humour with heartbreak for a truly unforgettable story’ Naomi Kelsey

‘Wanted more… I was hooked’ ★★★★★ reader review

‘A love story that’s hilarious and touching surrounded by an adventure that will make you rethink everything you think you know about Arthur, Guinevere and Camelot. A literary voice that is utterly unique and delightfully refreshing’ Ian Doescher

‘Takes two of literature’s most legendary love stories — Tristan and Isolde, Guinevere and Lancelot — and weaves them together with wit and with clever, sparkling dialogue, mining the depths of love and longing with a lightness of touch’ Rachel Hochhauser

‘Fascinating retelling… imaginative and beautifully written’ ★★★★ reader review

‘Phoenicia Rogerson triumphs again, bringing wit, warmth, and a brilliantly modern sensibility to Arthurian legend. Her research, as ever, is on point – Isolde is brimming with chivalry and romance’ Kate Pangonis

‘Outstanding poetic story full of forbidden love and deceit’ ★★★★ reader review

‘With trademark humour and heart, readers are sure to fall for this tale of false love made true, not to mention intrigue, chivalry, and a chair that kills people. A truly beautiful modern rendition of an ancient tale’ Luna McNamara

‘Fresh and compelling retelling… intelligent and beautifully written historical fantasy’ ★★★★ reader review

‘Laced with the quick humour we’ve come to expect, she sweeps up you right into the Arthurian world but keeps it feeling fresh. A completely captivating read’ Lizzy Tiffin

‘Highly entertaining, witty, and fiercely feminist Arthurian retelling in Isolde’ ★★★★ reader review

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Äänikirja: 12. marraskuuta 2026