C. Ripley Miller
About me
Cynthia Miller writing as C. Ripley Miller is an English teacher and writer who read her first historical novel about the biblical Esther in grade school and was hooked. Her just completed first historical novel is set in 5th century Gaul and tells the story of a forbidden love and the battle between Attila the Hun and the Roman general Aetius.
Her writing credits include short fiction: “Placidana” at OrchardPressMysteries.com, “Watercolor” – The Scriptor, and “Stronger” in the anthology Summer Tapestry. She participates in several forums and has reviewed for UNRV Roman Empire. She is also a member of the Barrington Writers’ Workshop and is currently working on the mystery sequel to her first novel. When she is not writing or working on her blog, she is usually reading, cooking, or watching movies. She loves movies.
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A Viking Hero—The Helmet of Dread
Tuned in: Enigma, In the Shadow in the Light Although my primary historical interests favor the Romans and barbarian tribes, the Vikings, also known to history as ‘Berserkers’, fascinate me as well. In the book, Norse Gods and Heroes by Morgan J. Roberts, I came across this picture called ‘Sigurd’s…
Tuned in: Enya, Tempus Vernum (Springtime) Easter is the Christian holy day celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. However, many traditions related to this day come from ancient practices. It is believed that when ‘second century A.D. missionaries seeking to convert the tribes of Northern Europe’ observed the day commemorating…
Dante’s Paolo and Francesca: Love’s Passionate Storm
Tuned in: Steve Winwood, Higher Love Our fascination with romantic enchantment was born from Celtic myth, poetry, courtly love, and secrets sprung from ancient lore. We are familiar with images of valiant knights embarked on missions of honor, beautiful women, and adulterous love affairs—the most famous couples for this being…