A Shadow of Gulls. London: Collins, 1977. First Edition. Pp, 350. A nice bright copy in dust jacket.

Presentation copy, Inscribed by the Author.

The story of Lugh Mac Romain, harper and reluctant warrior, as he struggles to escape the curse of the Queen Maeve of Connaught for killing her king and is caught up in the famous Cattle Raid of Cooley by his friendship with the great Champion of Ulster, Cuchulain of Muirthemne.

Finney’s debut novel, published when she was just 20 years old. It was critically acclaimed for its fresh perspective, lyrical language, and its ability to bring ancient Celtic culture to life with authenticity and grit. It announced Finney as a major new talent in historical fiction.