| Fifth in Jean Auel's acclaimed "Earth's Children" series, this is the story of Ayla, the prehistoric woman reared by The Clan continues as she arrives at the home of her mate, Jondalar after a long journey.
Ayla is unusual - raised by The Clan, who are actually Neanderthals called "Flatheads" and hated by Jondalar's people. They - "the Others" - are Cro-Magnon, including Ayla. She arrives with her mate, riding a horse, with a wolf companion and frightens many of those she will live among. Her unusual skills in healing make her an object of interest as well as fear. Ayla must learn to become one of the Zelandonni people if she wishes her life with Jondalar to be pleasant. When the Zelandonni learn she was raised by the Clan, there is some outcry against Ayla and great prejudice. The story, set in prehistoric times, is one of culture clash, of change, courage, and human love. | ||
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Plot & Themes Tone of book? - thoughtful Time/era of story - 1600-1899 - Romance/Romance Problems Yes Kind of romance: Life of a profession: Is this an adult or child's book? - Adult or Young Adult Book Job/Profession/Status story Yes Lover is Main Character Gender - Female Age: - 20's-30's Has magical powers? Yes Magical/mental powers of main character: Main Adversary Identity: - society Setting How much descriptions of surroundings? - 6 () Europe Yes Forest? Yes Writing Style Amount of dialog - significantly more descript than dialog |
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