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Posted by Ruth
Categories: Adventure, Fantasy, Fiction, Older Readers, Review
Tags:Award Winner, Lloyd Alexander, Prydain
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Dyrnwyn, the sword of great power, has fallen into the hands of Arawn, Death-Lord. Taran and Prince Gwydion raise an army and begin the epic march to re-capture the sword and destroy Arawn and his followers once and for all. After arriving at Mount Dragon, Arawn’s stronghold, they face the greatest danger yet, and Taran must make the most crucial decision of his life.
This book is one of my favorites. Being the last book, it was hard to realize that there wouldn’t be any more to read about my favorite characters, but, overall, it’s a great ending of a great series.
Posted by Ruth
Categories: Adventure, Fantasy, Fiction, Older Readers, Review
Tags:Lloyd Alexander, Prydain
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The Cauldron-born are becoming a greater threat than ever. Dallben decides to organize a group of people to undertake a great mission. Taran, Gwydion, Doli, Fflewddur and many others set out to capture and destroy the Lord of the Land of the Dead’s greatest weapon: The Black Cauldron.
The Prydain Chronicles are a very enjoyable fantasy series. Lloyd Alexander’s imagination shines through in this book, as well as his others. An exciting, adventure-packed story.
Posted by Rebekah
Categories: Adventure, Fantasy, Fiction, Older Readers, Review
Tags:Lloyd Alexander, Prydain
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The tale of Taran’s search to find his identity. A quest that leads him once again to the Marshes the Morva and finally to the Mirror of Llunet. On his way, Taran passes through many dangers, the evil wizard Morda and a band of mercenaries, ultimately finding the knowledge of who he really is.
This book is very interesting. There’s not as much sword-swinging going on as in some of the other books in the Prydain Chronicles, but don’t be deterred by that! There are enemies, captures, escapes, an evil wizard…(audience gasps). Eilonwy is only mentioned in this book, good old Doli’s back, along with Fflewddur Flam and his huge wildcat, Llyan. To sum up, please read this one!
Posted by Jordan
Categories: Adventure, Fiction, Incredibook!, Mysteries, Older Readers, Review
Tags:Animals, Brian Jacques, Dogs, Funny, Long Read, Scary, Seafaring
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Brain Jacques continues the saga of Castaways of the Flying Dutchman in this stirring sequel. Going back to three years after they escape from the Flying Dutchman, Ben and Ned end up in a Spanish city, and go back to sea with a pirate captain, who plans to reform when he gets back to his hometown. The adventure that follows includes fast-paced sea chases, shipwrecks, and a mysterious tribe of evildoers.
Even more hauntingly vivid than Castaways of the Flying Dutchman, this one is a favorite of mine. Portions are funny, and others are sad. A page turner, with a lot of edge of your seat action, The Angel’s Command should be read by all Redwall fans.
Posted by Ruth
Categories: Adventure, Fiction, Incredibook!, Older Readers, Review
Tags:Brian Jacques, Dogs, Long Read, Scary, Seafaring
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A boy, unable to speak since birth, while fleeing from his tormentors, hides onboard a ship, not knowing that it will sail at dawn. He is taken as a galley boy and for months is witness to the greed and cruelty of the entire crew. His only friend is a black labrador. At last, when the Flying Dutchman reaches the dreaded Cape Horn in the worst of midwinter, all of Captain Vanderdecken’s wickedness brings the curse of the Lord upon him and all aboard—dooming them to sail the waters of the world for eternity. But because of the boy and the dog’s innocence of heart, they are granted life, boundless youth, understanding, and the ability to communicate. They are destined to roam the world forever, giving aid and comfort wherever it’s needed. Ben and Ned set out on their eternal journey, and their travels lead them to Chapelvale, a small town in England whose very existence is at stake. There are clues to be solved, but time is running out.
Brian Jacques took an existing legend about “a ship that was doomed to sail the world forever” and made that the basis for this wonderful book. He gives new meaning to the legend and the emotional impact is unforgettable. It makes for a very fascinating story, and there’s also a good balance. I mean, despite the intensity of the first part, the majority of the book is about the village and the adventures there.
Written on the side between Redwall books,Castaways of the Flying Dutchman also has a sequel: The Angel’s Command. And more recently, a third book: Voyage of Slaves.
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