The Lost Years Of Merlin
(T.A. Barron)
Wizard fans, set Harry Potter aside and pick up T. A. Barron's five book series detailing the youth of the most famous Wizard of all time: Merlin. The first book in the saga, The Lost Years of Merlin, begins five years after a seven-year-old boy washes ashore on an island that, in the distant future, will be known as Wales.
Barron tells a strong story that vividly details the boy, Emrys' determination to discover the truth about his past. Where did he come from, what is his true identity, and why does the woman, Branwen insist she is his mother? Just as he is starting to realize that he has the special gift of magic, Emrys uses it wrongly and destroys a boy's life and becomes blind through his mistake.
Book one begins the quest for answers as Emrys strikes out on his own to discover his past - and ultimately his future. He finds his birthplace, the island of Fyncara; a land filled with color, excitement and hidden dangers. HereEmrys meets the young tree-girl, Rhia, and a young Merlin that he names Trouble. They introduce him to the wonders of the island, and try to steer him away from the many perils waiting to destroy him.
Emrys possesses all the traits of a young teen; he's exasperating, stubborn, and sometimes blind to the obvious. Yet at the same time he is courageous, has a strong moral base, and shows compassion to those suffering and in need.
Barron's expertise in all things Merlin are evident as his prequel to the wizard's known life unwinds intofive
compelling books that can be enjoyed by middle graders, young adults and adults alike. Explore the powers of Merlin as he overcomes insurmountable odds, outwits his enemies, or wins the day with sheer luck. Anyway he does it, you'll be eager to read The Seven Songs of Merlin, book two in Barron's series where it is revealed what trials Merlin will need to overcome next on his journey to becoming the world's most famous wizard.
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