The Cross of Ciaran Series Reviews

The past becomes a modern mystery romance in The Cross of Ciarán: A Celtic Romance by Andrea Matthews, a novel that reawakens the past and brings forth ideas and events that no one could ever have even imagined to be possible.  

                                                             Mary Anne Yarde - Yarde Book Reviews

This has to be one of the most unusual books I’ve read in eons. The hours of extensive research and organization gone into the creating are awe inspiring to say the least! Creativity at it’s best.  

                                                             Lynn Runyan - Goodreads

This book held my attention from the first page . The background of the story and history was astounding. Kudos to the author for such a well written book. I can't wait for  book 2. 

                                                             Susan Leone Marino - Amazon      

Could not put this down and want the next one now. Great plot some foreshadowing too enough to get you intrigued. Love this author. I highly recommend her and a 5 star rating is rare from me. 

                                                             Reading Teacher - Amazon

 So when I read the blurb I thought this sounds interesting enough. Once I started reading and found a few supernatural elements I thought hmm this is not usually my cup of tea but I best persist and boy am I glad I did. 

                                                              Bianca Duthie - Goodreads              

I love that time has no hold on the heart 

                                                               Leslie Thomas - Amazon

A great read and I am looking forward to reading its sequel! I would even watch it as a movie or mini-series!

                                                                Jana Lewis - Book Bub

I've read many time travel books and this is right up there with the best. 

                                                                Cynthia Puleo - Amazon

There is a great balance of heartache, new love, and danger with some great historical flashbacks. Who knew an archaeologist’s life could be so exciting! 

                                                            Jana Lewis - Amazon Review

This series has it all. Interesting historical data, and a cast of characters, some of them truly are characters. It is a love story that crosses centuries. I couldn't help but fall in love with Ciaran myself. He is a flawed good man. 

                                                            Darlene A Ford - Goodreads

If you have read the first installment in this series and were blown away by the story woven by this talented author, hold on tight for this adventure! 

                                                            Amy Brennan - Itsy Bitsy Book Bits

Epic! This series has got me sitting on the edge of my seat. Andrea Matthews has created the most amazing story that paints vivid pictures 

                                                            Michelle Collier - Amazon Review

 Mystery, secrets, romance all wrapped into a good book. 

                                                            Lorralei Hoerner - Goodreads Review

Matthews expertly retains all the magic and intrigue in her second instalment and then some- it was a delight to plunge back into Ciarán’s ancient world and learn more about the Celtic and Pagan threads that bind it together. New reveals and twists and turns incorporated into the plot made the world feel richer and more alive- something I didn’t think possible with how well crafted it already was in the first book. 

                                                            Hannie Wasala - Book Bub

 I have always been intrigued by archaeology and this book drew me in, topped with romance and drama and I was in seventh heaven! Matthews paints a great picture of Ireland and the surroundings. If you like paranormal romance, you won’t be disappointed. 

                                                             Jamie Zabolotney - Amazon Review

The author is doing a fantastic job of creating a strong and captivating series. Each book for me gets better and I always look forward to the next. This is a great series and I would urge everyone to read it. 

                                                            Kerry Baker - Amazon Review

One of my favorite things about this author is her ability to pull you in and make you feel as if you are right there with them, and you get lost in the pages. This is a fast-paced story that is packed with adventure, time travel, secrets, and so much more.  

                                                             Dawn Daughenbaugh - Goodreads Review

This series will have you hooked from the beginning. It’s filled with history, crossed timelines, romance, adventure, suspense, mystery, excitement, and everything else in between. Once again, the story was so well written that I couldn’t put it down. It made me feel like I was traveling with them and taking every single step with them.  

                                                             Jennifer Reimer - Book Bub Review

The historical setting in this book is great, and I like the use of archaeology in the modern-day setting to connect with the past. It’s also fun seeing the ancient characters navigating a modern world – this is a trope I always enjoy!
The Cave of Ruin Arsa is a captivating story, with plenty of twists to keep readers engaged.

                                                               Frances O'Sullivan - Amazon Review

This series is just so captivating and heartwarming and the characters possess so much realism. I thoroughly recommend starting this series at book 1, The Cross of Ciaran, and joining Andrea Matthews as she takes you on a 1500 year adventure!!! 

                                                               Susan Ratchford - Goodreads Review

The descriptive narrative and the historical details bring both the settings and the era vividly to life, making me feel immersed in the story. The characters are likeable and so well defined that after three books, I now feel like they are old friends. An enjoyable and engaging read, which is a real page-turner and one which left me thinking about it long after I had read the last page. 

                                                               Jennifer Gordon - Book Bub Review

Matthews draws you into the deadly mystery that is abundant archaeological facts and rich with history. The world-building makes it easy for the reader to envision the scenes portrayed in the story. 

                                                                   Brandy Vaughn - Amazon Review

I most definitely had a deeper appreciation for this final book after reading the previous books in the series . . .  This is my second Andrea Matthews book series, and I absolutely love her style of writing and adventures. 

                                                               Jennifer P. Ramos - Goodreads Review

This is a fast-paced rollercoaster of an adventure where the ancient past and dangerous present collide to create a treasure hunt across the Irish hills and lakes in the ruins of an ancient religion, which you will puzzle over and solve with the main characters up until the end.  

                                                               Roxsanne Lesieur - Book Bub Review

The author takes us on a magical adventure filled with danger, magic, a secret treasure, Romance and some time travel. The author does an amazing job of writing a unique story with historical elements that really bring the story to life.  

                                                               Kerry Carr - Goodreads Review

This is a fast-paced, adventurous story that is hard to put down. It is engaging and has great growth throughout.  

                                                                Bobbi Jo Wagner - Amazon Review

This is a fast-paced, action-packed book that is chock-full of adventure, danger, suspense, mystery, magic, intrige, and twists and turns that will keep you reading until the very end. The author does a fantastic job of providing detailed historical information that fully immerses the reader into the storyline along with the characters. A fantastic read with a riveting storyline that is impossible to put down. 

                                                                  Tara Johnson - Goodreads Review

With danger, twists, and plenty of drama- things get quite intense. Ms. Matthews certainly ramps up the intensity with each new instalment and puts her characters to the test every time. What happens makes for a gripping read. Intriguing and well-woven.                                                       Angela Hayes - Book Bub Review

This truly talented author brings us magical adventures full of Romance and so much more in such a creative way that I am sure you will be held captive by this storyline and these characters right until the very last word and beyond, just like I was.  

                                                                    Jules Herbert - Amazon Review