Thursday, August 25, 2011

The Magician of Hoad by Margaret Mahy



This is an epic story about a young boy who grows into becoming a young man.  He has a special talent of sensing if people are lying or telling the truth and he also can make things happen.  He becomes the King's Magician, not by choice but by force.  The king wants peace but there are others who would like to have war again.  The King's youngest son and the magician have a special connection.  Beautifully written.  Definitely for high school and adult.  No Wizards, no dragons, no elves.... just people with a few who can do extra special things.  What also is gripping is the political dynamics that are taking place.  Really good story and well written. Very visual story.

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