prequel to The Mists of Avalon
In Avalon, the time before King Arthur was the time of three women who altered the fortunes of Roman Britain by reclaiming the magic and traditions of their land. Caillean, a young priestess, rescued and raised an orphaned Gawen. Dierna used wisdom and love to guide Avalon and veiled the island from a hostile world. Viviane, the Lady of the Lake, prepared Avalon for the coming of a legendary king.