Spirit Sight
Epic fantasy in medieval Wales (Last of the Gifted - Book One)
Published on 13. August 2020
Book
Paperback/Softback
268 pages
978-1-989078-28-0 (ISBN)
Description
"Intoxicating, electrifying... fantastic yet realistic and relatable realms... Highly recommended!" - thereadera
Two siblings pledge their magical gifts to protect their people from the invading English, with the help of the last true Prince of Wales-after his murder.
Warrior-in-training Hyw can control the minds of animals. His sister Catrin can see the future in a drop of water.
Hyw wants to use his gift to win a place in the Prince of Wales' bodyguard. Then ambush and murder stretch the gift in unexpected ways, as the slain prince's spirit melds with Hyw to help him fight back against the ruthless army of Edward I.
Catrin's visions hold only disaster and death. She must convince the young nobleman she's pledged to marry to help prevent the genocide she foresees.
Can the gifts be trusted? Or will their world shatter around them?
This award-winning medieval fantasy combines magic, mythology, and historical legends with the realities of 13th Century Wales.
Winner of the Moonbeam Bronze Medal for YA Fiction
"Filled with adventure and romance and a touch of fantasy... Highly Recommended." 5 Stars - CM Reviews
"Dramatic descriptions and gripping scenes will make you hold your breath as the straight-forward narrative style of the author will keep your eyes peeled... If you love historic tales, look no further than this jewel crafted by Marie Powell..." Scribble's Worth
"Powell does a great job mixing elements of fantasy, mythology, and historical conflict... Overall, a meticulously researched young adult medieval fantasy with compelling characters and high-stakes action. Recommended." Historical Novels Review
"Weaving history with romance and fantasy-elegant yet immediately accessible. Highly Recommended." Top Shelf Magazine
"Well researched and beautifully written, Powell keeps us riveted... History and magic are intertwined effortlessly to cast a spell over the reader..." Ottawa Review of Books
Two siblings pledge their magical gifts to protect their people from the invading English, with the help of the last true Prince of Wales-after his murder.
Warrior-in-training Hyw can control the minds of animals. His sister Catrin can see the future in a drop of water.
Hyw wants to use his gift to win a place in the Prince of Wales' bodyguard. Then ambush and murder stretch the gift in unexpected ways, as the slain prince's spirit melds with Hyw to help him fight back against the ruthless army of Edward I.
Catrin's visions hold only disaster and death. She must convince the young nobleman she's pledged to marry to help prevent the genocide she foresees.
Can the gifts be trusted? Or will their world shatter around them?
This award-winning medieval fantasy combines magic, mythology, and historical legends with the realities of 13th Century Wales.
Winner of the Moonbeam Bronze Medal for YA Fiction
"Filled with adventure and romance and a touch of fantasy... Highly Recommended." 5 Stars - CM Reviews
"Dramatic descriptions and gripping scenes will make you hold your breath as the straight-forward narrative style of the author will keep your eyes peeled... If you love historic tales, look no further than this jewel crafted by Marie Powell..." Scribble's Worth
"Powell does a great job mixing elements of fantasy, mythology, and historical conflict... Overall, a meticulously researched young adult medieval fantasy with compelling characters and high-stakes action. Recommended." Historical Novels Review
"Weaving history with romance and fantasy-elegant yet immediately accessible. Highly Recommended." Top Shelf Magazine
"Well researched and beautifully written, Powell keeps us riveted... History and magic are intertwined effortlessly to cast a spell over the reader..." Ottawa Review of Books
More details
Series
Language
English
Target group
Young adult
Interest Age: From 13 to 18 years
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Illustrations
100 Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 210 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
332 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-989078-28-0 (9781989078280)
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Marie Powell's adventures in castle-hopping across North Wales resulted in this award-winning medieval fantasy, combining magic, mythology, and historical legends with the realities of 13th Century Wales. Marie is the author of more than 40 books with such publishers as Scholastic Education Canada, Amicus, Lerner/Lightning Bolt and more. Her short fiction and poetry appear in literary journals, and her nonfiction in print and online markets. Find her at https://mariepowell.ca