King's Son Magic's Son

Rating:
Summary: I can't believe its out of print!
Review: I thoroughly agree with the other reviewers. I love this book and have reread it so many times that I need a new copy! I find it hard to believe that, with so much rubbish around, this book is out of print! It was not based on any fairytale that I am familiar with - and isn't about two brothers in love with the same woman. . .rather it is a story in which Ms Sherman weaves the powers - and obligations - of a magician into a wonderful mixture of love, sorcery (black and white) and good triumphing over evil. Aidan, the son of a (good) witch and a king finds he has a brother and promises his dying mother that he will help his brother, the king. He does so despite the fact that he would rather stay with his true love, an elven lady in a land which bears a strong resemblance to a pagan Wales. He faces the suspicion of his brother's courtiers and new wife and the emnity of a neighboring king who dabbles in black sorcery and has a pact with demons. This king captures him and he gets free only with the help of one of the Fair Folk for whom he has done a favor. When he gets back he finds he is being blamed for the death of his brother's wife. Once he gets over the illness engendered by his imprisonment he finds a perfect match for his brother AND defeats the wicked king and his dark allies. Splendid stuff! Definitely read it if you liked her "Shattered Oath" and Mercedes Lackey's Valdemar and fairy tale series !

Rating:
Summary: I can't believe its out of print!
Review: I thoroughly agree with the other reviewers. I love this book and have reread it so many times that I need a new copy! I find it hard to believe that, with so much rubbish around, this book is out of print! It was not based on any fairytale that I am familiar with - and isn't about two brothers in love with the same woman. . .rather it is a story in which Ms Sherman weaves the powers - and obligations - of a magician into a wonderful mixture of love, sorcery (black and white) and good triumphing over evil. Aidan, the son of a (good) witch and a king finds he has a brother and promises his dying mother that he will help his brother, the king. He does so despite the fact that he would rather stay with his true love, an elven lady in a land which bears a strong resemblance to a pagan Wales. He faces the suspicion of his brother's courtiers and new wife and the emnity of a neighboring king who dabbles in black sorcery and has a pact with demons. This king captures him and he gets free only with the help of one of the Fair Folk for whom he has done a favor. When he gets back he finds he is being blamed for the death of his brother's wife. Once he gets over the illness engendered by his imprisonment he finds a perfect match for his brother AND defeats the wicked king and his dark allies. Splendid stuff! Definitely read it if you liked her "Shattered Oath" and Mercedes Lackey's Valdemar and fairy tale series !

Rating:
Summary: My favorite Josepha Sherman book
Review: Josepha Sherman writes a lot of books about elves, both in urban settings and in more traditional settings. Out of all her books (the ones about magic and elves anyway), this is my favorite. "King's Son Magic's Son" is about Aidan, a human magician raised in the forest by his witch mother. Magic is second nature to him and he even falls in love with an Elven maiden. When his mother dies she makes him promise to get to know his half brother, who happens to be the king of the neighboring country. Reluctantly, Aidan leaves the forest and his lady to find his brother.

The reason I gave this book a five was because I can go back and read this book again and again. Aidan's arrival into a court full of "civilized" courtiers that are both suspicious of the King's bastard brother and of magic in general is both funny and exciting. The characters, though represent the usual fare in fantasy, have a certain depth. The main characters are especially unique. Aidan is torn between wanting to help Estemere, his wary brother, and going home to his lady. Estemere wants to trust his bastard brother, but is cautious of his position and politics.

This is the type of book that isn't too in depth or long, but is satisfying and a pleasure to read. I highly recomment it and if you can find it, read it quick!

Rating:
Summary: My favorite Josepha Sherman book
Review: Josepha Sherman writes a lot of books about elves, both in urban settings and in more traditional settings. Out of all her books (the ones about magic and elves anyway), this is my favorite. "King's Son Magic's Son" is about Aidan, a human magician raised in the forest by his witch mother. Magic is second nature to him and he even falls in love with an Elven maiden. When his mother dies she makes him promise to get to know his half brother, who happens to be the king of the neighboring country. Reluctantly, Aidan leaves the forest and his lady to find his brother.

The reason I gave this book a five was because I can go back and read this book again and again. Aidan's arrival into a court full of "civilized" courtiers that are both suspicious of the King's bastard brother and of magic in general is both funny and exciting. The characters, though represent the usual fare in fantasy, have a certain depth. The main characters are especially unique. Aidan is torn between wanting to help Estemere, his wary brother, and going home to his lady. Estemere wants to trust his bastard brother, but is cautious of his position and politics.

This is the type of book that isn't too in depth or long, but is satisfying and a pleasure to read. I highly recomment it and if you can find it, read it quick!

Rating:
Summary: My favorite Josepha Sherman book
Review: Josepha Sherman writes a lot of books about elves, both in urban settings and in more traditional settings. Out of all her books (the ones about magic and elves anyway), this is my favorite. "King's Son Magic's Son" is about Aidan, a human magician raised in the forest by his witch mother. Magic is second nature to him and he even falls in love with an Elven maiden. When his mother dies she makes him promise to get to know his half brother, who happens to be the king of the neighboring country. Reluctantly, Aidan leaves the forest and his lady to find his brother.

The reason I gave this book a five was because I can go back and read this book again and again. Aidan's arrival into a court full of "civilized" courtiers that are both suspicious of the King's bastard brother and of magic in general is both funny and exciting. The characters, though represent the usual fare in fantasy, have a certain depth. The main characters are especially unique. Aidan is torn between wanting to help Estemere, his wary brother, and going home to his lady. Estemere wants to trust his bastard brother, but is cautious of his position and politics.

This is the type of book that isn't too in depth or long, but is satisfying and a pleasure to read. I highly recomment it and if you can find it, read it quick!

Rating:
Summary: Enchanting re-telling of an old ballad
Review: King's Son, Magic's Son is the perfect book to read when you want to remind yourself why you started to read fantasy in the first place. This is high fantasy with one major difference-- it's done well.

While it might sound rather cliched with its many Faerie Folk, magicians and sorcerers, Josepha Sherman brings them all vividly to life. It's classic fantasy, done with high adventure and a romantic air.

To sum it up in one word-- EXCELLENT! If you're a fantasy fan of any sort, King's Son, Magic's Son is a refreshing change from some of the trash that gets published.

Rating:
Summary: Absolutely Wonderful
Review: This has got to be one of the most enjoyable fantasy books I have ever read. Usually, I don't like books that are set on 'this' earth because they are too realistic. This book, however, manages to combine faeries, fantasies, kings, and princesses without getting dull. Aidan is a very likeable character, and I sympathized with him through his trials. This book has just the right pace, and doesn't need a sequel (although that would be enjoyable) to tie up the loose ends. A classic tale tale of bot meets girl, boy finds out he is a prince, boy helps brother (the king), and boy saves everyone.