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THE RAGING FIRES
Book 3 from The Merlin Saga
978-0-14-241921-2 | 261 Pages | Ages 10+
The threat of fire …
Wings of Fire, the sleeping dragon, has awakened, threatening all of Fincayra. Only Merlin, whose magical powers are new and untested, can stop him. But before he can face the dragon’s fires, Merlin needs to face other fires, including those within himself. Most importantly, he must discover the power—as well as the source—of his own magic.
Did You Know?
- Merlin Book 3: The Raging Fires was previously published as The Fires of Merlin
- Books 1 – 5 of The Merlin Saga are known as The Lost Years of Merlin epic and can be read as a stand-alone series
Map of Southeastern Fincayra
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T. A. Barron on The Merlin Saga
REVIEWS
“With each book, Barron’s Lost Year of Merlin saga just keeps getting richer in characterization, ambience, and Celtic lore…Fans will definitely be clamoring for more.”
— Booklist
“A rich and resonant read.”
— Kirkus Reviews
AWARDS & ACCOLADES
- 2000 Colorado Children’s Book Award — Nominee
- 1999 Voice of Youth Advocates — Best Books of the Year
- 1999 ALA Booklist — Top 10 Science Fiction/Fantasy Novels
- 1999 Administrator Magazine — Top 100 Curriculum
- 1999 Reading Circle of the Missouri State Teachers Association Award
- 1999 Westchester County Library System (New York) — Outstanding Books of the Year
- 1999 American Library Association — Best Books for Young Adults Nominee
THE RAGING FIRES
Book 3 from The Merlin Saga
978-0-14-241921-2
261 Pages | Ages 10+
The threat of fire …
Wings of Fire, the sleeping dragon, has awakened, threatening all of Fincayra. Only Merlin, whose magical powers are new and untested, can stop him. But before he can face the dragon’s fires, Merlin needs to face other fires, including those within himself. Most importantly, he must discover the power—as well as the source—of his own magic.
Did You Know?
- Merlin Book 3: The Raging Fires was previously published as The Fires of Merlin
- Books 1 – 5 of The Merlin Saga are known as The Lost Years of Merlin epic and can be read as a stand-alone series
Map of Southeastern Fincayra
Listen to Chapter Excerpt
Introduction read by T. A. Barron
Prologue read by Kevin Isola
Chapter 1 read by Kevin Isola
In the Media
T. A. Barron on The Merlin Saga
REVIEWS
“Full of action and excitement, foremost a tale of the heart…Merlin’s inner journey is convincing and heartwarming. A rich and resonant read.”
— Kirkus Reviews
“This richly layered fantasy is filled with harrowing escapades and many surprises. Arthurian legend is used as the starting point for a delightfully original story of magic and myth that retains the spirit of the classic tales.”
— School Library Journal
“Spellbinding…readers will relish not only the action and the well-crafted setting but also Merlin’s growth from a callow youth to a wiser, more caring wizard-in-training.”
— Booklist
“The Seven Songs of Merlin is a sparkling gem that shines with the multi-faceted brilliance that is Barron’s.”
— Chinaberry Book Review
“This novel is filled with numerous adventures, delightful enchantments…and engaging characters.”
— Children’s Book Review
AWARDS & ACCOLADES
- 2011 Pennsylvania Reading Olympics Book List
- 2002 BookReview.com — Book of the Month
- 1999 International Reading Association — Young Adults’ Choice List
- 1998 Curriculum Administrator Magazine — Top 100
- 1998 Children’s Book Council — “Not Just For Children Anymore” Award
- 1998 ABA Children’s Books Mean Business List
- 1998 Colorado Book Award — Nominee
- 1998 ALA Booklist — Top Ten Science Fiction/Fantasy Novels
- 1998 American Library Association — Best Books for Young Adults Nominee
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