"There’s some quality songwriting here and, combined with Julie July’s beautifully clear voice and the strength of the band’s musicianship, the album more than stands up in its own right.  Title track, the upbeat ‘Lady of the First Light’ is an absolute stunner.  More rockier than some of the other material with some gorgeous lead guitar and Julie July in fine voice, it’s not impossible to imagine a parallel universe where it’s a recently-discovered track from Fairport’s Unhalfbricking sessions. Likewise, ‘The Ballad of Rory Starp’ could equally have come from some long-lost session for the Liege & Lief album. These provide a nice contrast to the more sombre and reflective, yet no less gorgeous, material like the opening number ‘Broken Wing’. The end result is a lovely palette of contrasting textures, emotions and influences. The anthemic ‘Shine Together’ finishes the album in a pleasingly celebratory mood."

"Superb night well done Julie and the band. The album is a great achievement, all round the artistry and musical ability on show was excellent. You should all be very proud of your collective works and I must also say the two performances prior to your set were superb. Chris Hutchinson…WOW. Thank you for a great nights live and truly entertaining evening…the albums on in the car now."