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Summary: A Real Page Turner
Review: Would you ever be able to unite almost every creature in the world within two weeks, while trying to stop an insane man with swords as his arms from killing innocent children, in an effort to stop the evil dark spirit lord along with his spirit army, or would you just give up trying?In T.A. Barron's fantasy novel, young Merlin must face unbeatable odds as he tries to unite all the creatures of Fincayra together. He faces many person versus self conflicts such as guilt, where he fails to do one of his duties. He experiences sorrow, when he must part with his true love. He must face the conflict of people versus people for the war to come. And he must face person versus nature when he must unite all of the independent creatures to fight a devastating war. And on top of all that he has to make the most powerful decision he will ever make.
To me this book was excellent, a real page turner. I really liked the way Barron used so much detail, it made it seem you right there with Merlin. You could listen to the birds or feel the misty air. I also liked the way he surprises you around the climax, when he brings someone back into the story. The only thing I really didn't like about the novel was how short the end was. I think it could use some more length. Overall I loved the book. Barron's work was brilliant. I encourage all others who like magic and adventure try the Lost Years of Merlin Series.
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