Even with this very short extract, I can see that Boudicca's Daughter is going to be another great novel from Elodie Harper. I loved her Wolf Den books and it seems that this one will incorporate some of the same elements - strong female characters, an immersive historical setting and powerful storytelling. I'm looking forward to reading the full novel and getting to know Boudicca's daughter in more depth.

I almost wish I hadn’t read this chapter because now it’s not a case of wanting but NEEDING to read the rest of it! It takes a special kind of author to invest you so quickly into a piece of work.

Ohhh this was a brilliant taster for this new elodie harper book! I can’t wait to read the final book now, hurry up pub date!

Elodie Harper’s Boudicca’s Daughter promises to be a thrilling addition to historical fiction, and the extract alone has left me eager for more. From the very first lines, it’s clear this novel will be everything I look for in the genre—fast-paced, gripping, and filled with intensity. The writing is powerful, the atmosphere immersive, and the story already hints at a tale of resilience and rebellion. If the full novel delivers on the promise of this excerpt, it’s bound to be an unmissable read. I can’t wait to get my hands on it upon release!

A gripping reimagining of this fascinating historical period, providing a timely reminder of the destructive power of war and the way history has ignored those that stand in greatness’ shadow.

I loved it even more than I had anticipated, an impressive feat!

Even thought it’s a short extract consider me very interested in this story, i find myself intrigued by the relationship between Solina and her sister from what we see in this extract it’s going to be an interesting dynamic.

Elodie Harper's writing is engaging and vivid as always - very excited for Boudicca's Daughter after reading this! She doesn't shy away from the realities of life in ancient Britain and already raises questions about the motivations of the attacks on the Roman legions, leading to immersive and exciting writing from the very start.

Thank you to NetGalley and Head of Zeus for the extract!

*Boudicca's Daughter - EXTRACT* by Elodie Harper offers a gripping and vivid glimpse into the past, blending history with rich storytelling. In this excerpt, Harper masterfully captures the intensity of ancient Britain, bringing to life the fierce spirit of Boudicca’s legacy. The prose is immersive, with sharp character development and a strong sense of place. Even in this brief extract, Harper’s ability to evoke emotion and tension is apparent, making readers eager to dive deeper into the full narrative. For fans of historical fiction, especially those interested in strong female protagonists and the power of ancient myths, this is an exciting preview of what’s to come.

Looking forward to this even more after reading the extract. I loved the original trilogy so I can't wait to see what else Elodie Harper has in store for readers.

Brilliant brilliant brilliant. Such a teaser though. This is one of my most anticipated reads of 2025, and it didn’t disappoint. I can’t wait to read the whole book. I’ve absolutely loved and devoured the Wolf Den trilogy, and it’s one of my favourite series ever. Based on this extract I believe this book will be similar.

Please note this is not a book review.

The naughty people at NetGalley and the publishers offer a teaser; as few as perhaps eight pages from Chapter 13, Solina. A bit like sitting down to an eight course meal where nothing is available but a warm broth. Yet that soup is the most delicious appetiser you have ever tasted and reminds you of the exquisite dining in the pages of the Wolf Den!

Elodie Harper writes with a passion and a razor sharp imagination. Going behind historical situations to reveal the sights and sounds of street life. Here again our senses are assailed as we cling to a charging steed and feel the hunger of a camp unable to make fire from wet sticks and damp kindling.

So few words to assess a book; as quick a dip into a book as some would spend time reading the cover sleeve and checking the price. Something best done in independent bookshops where the presence of books prompts our buying addiction. I love finding a new title from a favourite author and in Boudicca’s Daughter I have found a must have novel.

This book will have so many layers if these few pages are replicated throughout; for they question life, their motivation and how within an uprising against Roman rule the armies and tribes for Boudicca are killing just as many Britains as Romans. But aside from these wider concerns and insights into political history there is the social dimension. The glimpses of relationships and the basic struggles of these ancient times seep through. These are not incidental observations but layered writing and creative storytelling where the fight against body lice is just as pressing as the threat from the Roman legions.

In this exciting extract, we pick up the story of Solina and her sister Bellenia, living in the hardship of camp. It's cold, wet and uncomfortable. But this is what their world has come to. Following the defeat of the Rome's Ninth Legion, there is no turning back, if they want to live and unite the country against their masters.
We feel, hear and smell the squalor of the camp, we also feel the tension, the danger and the fear that now grips them all. For on they must go. Defeat means death..

Thank you so much letting me read a short extract from this book. Having read a snippet, I'm even more excited to read the whole book !

Who else is excited for this release? I’m a little bit obsessed with Boudicca so when I heard this was coming out, written by the brilliant Eloise Harper, I was really stoked for it.
NetGalley have kindly provided a very short but brilliant extract available for review. It has all the usual themes we’ve come to expect from the author, strong female empowerment and basically kick ass women, in a backdrop of historical settings which give a real sense of place.
I’m looking forward to the release in August!

As with all of Elodie Harper’s work, her writing is beautifully clear and crafted with care and intrigue. This excerpt is very titillating and I can’t wait to read the whole book. A really interesting take on an incredible character of history.

Wow! This excerpt delivered exactly what I hoped for. It enticed me to know more, as Boudicca deserves a compelling fictional portrayal, especially through the eyes of her daughters. This approach is brilliant and reminiscent of 'The Shadow King' by Harry Sidebottom where we learn about Alexandre The Great through the eyes of Alexandre of Lyncestis. I find the perspective of a close character far more engaging when exploring a famous historical figure, allowing more room to explore the characters multi-dimensionally. Thank you, Elodie Harper and Head of Zeus, for this excerpt (and for realising this book will be released in August. R.I.P.)

Hard to give a substantial review to an 8 pages extract, but this looks absolutely amazing, writing is phenomenal and I will buy the book when it comes out!! I have The Wolf Den but haven't read it yet - reading this extract convinces me to push it at the top of my TBR.