The 'Z-rod' is now available
The Backcover Blurb
Chosen Wanderers is the first book in the Z-Rod series: a gripping saga set in the upheavals of Pictish Scotland in the 6th century. At the initiation of two princes preparing one to rule the tribe, a mysterious power symbol, the Z-Rod, is tattooed on one, unleashing uncontrollable consequences.
Tribal power struggles are further intensified when two Irish saints arrive whose vibrant faith and daring spirit, preserving them through the Scottish wilds, demonstrates to capricious warlords and their powerful druids, an alternative worldview of reconciliation and hope.
Straddling these two worlds is a mysterious bard with prophetic abilities. His revelation has little relevance initially, but later becomes the lifeline to recover a seemingly lost destiny. What significance does the Z-Rod and ‘bearing fire to the north’ have on an exile, and how will anything be achieved amidst poverty and obscurity?
By turns epic and homely, spiritually searching and thoroughly adventurous, this story of great undoing and remaking propels us through multiple scenes and characters in a setting which is utterly convincing in its detail.
Z-Rod on sale
Delighted to announce the books are ready and that I am retailing these, but it’s also available from the usual outlets.
The advantage of buying directly from me is I will sign and dedicate according to your requests and 10% will go to support a relief project among the Mangyan tribes of the Philippines. So do consider making a gift to a friend. Send me their address and I will do the rest.
The book costs £11 and with postage and packing within the UK can be ordered for £13. Reductions for multiple copies.
E-mail me at haworth.martin@gmail.com - send me the address where the book is to be sent and any name for the inscription if a signed copy is wanted. I will send you my bank details or an international money transfer link.
Endorsements and Bio
“Chosen Wanderers is a vivid, engaging and compelling read which is both relevant and thought-provoking with a surprising ring of truth and immediacy.”
Andy Raine, Northumbria Community
“Martin Haworth has provided us with a historical novel that reminds us what can happen when Christians marry the words of their message with the demonstration of the power of the Holy Spirit. Chosen Wanderers reveals lives marked by hospitable, servant-hearted love which helps us to reconsider how we can shine like stars in our own dark and confusing times.”
Rev. Kenny Borthwick, Church of Scotland Minister and former leader of “C.L.A.N. Gathering,” and “New Wine, Scotland”
Martin Haworth worked in community and church development with an Iron-age Filipino tribe, providing an in depth understanding of pagan belief practices. Under his own business, www.roamingscotland.com, he now helps others connect with Scotland’s landscapes and ancient history, and leads Celtic Christian retreats. This book has arisen from the fusion of these experiences and interests.