Auel’s third book in the ‘Earth’s Children’ series follows Ayla along her journey from being raised by a Neanderthal Clan to her on-going discovery of her own humanity.

She, along with the man she loves, Jondalar, leave the confines of her valley and set out to explore the surrounding area. The couple chance upon the Lion Camp of the Mamutoi and Ayla is once again to embark upon a journey she could never have imagined.

Auel does not disappoint fans, as she broadens and deepens the reader’s relationship with both Ayla and Jondalar; delving into their relationship with themselves, each other and Ayla’s newly-adopted family, the Lion Camp. A must read for all who have enjoyed the first two in the series