Crystal Stair, The [Mass Market Paperback]

Grace Chetwin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 1990

Temporarily reunited with his wizard mother, Gom learns the identity of his evil nemesis Katak and finds himself a key figure in the battle to save the world of Ulm from destruction.

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Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 5-9 This sequel to Gom on Windy Mountain (Lothrop, 1986) and The Riddle and the Rune (Bradbury, 1987) continues the fantasy tale of Gom Gobblechuck. His earlier adventures finally reunite him with his mother, Harga the wizard, but The Crystal Stair starts right off with another parting. Harga is committed to fighting evil monsters that would destroy both the outer star worlds and the land of Ulm. Gom must become a wizard so that he can help his mother; the first step is to find a mentor. Harga gives him the names of three wizards, some magic tokens for protection, and a ring to help him find his way home. It's a new quest, but many of the characters are old friendsor enemies. Gom's search for a teacher turns out to be frustrating, but by the book's end he has one and is all set for his seven-year apprenticeship. Readers will have to wait for the next book to learn whether Gom becomes a wizard and is thus able to join Harga in her fight. The first part of the book is dense going. There is great detail about Harga's quest but no action, and there are many references to characters and events of the previous book. Gom's quest is another long journey, similar to the earlier one but less engrossing. The book will be of most interest to readers already committed to the series. Virginia Golodetz, St. Michael's College, Winooski, Vt.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback
• Publisher: Laurel Leaf (March 1, 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0440205859
• ISBN-13: 978-0440205852
• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 4.2 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,276,522 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Born in Sherwood Forest, England. Now a US citizen.

Mid-nineties, founded her own company, Feral Press, Inc., taking control over her works, preserving the old, creating new ones, keeping them all fresh and alive and available to readers.

In 2000 left the North Shore of Long Island for the North Carolina mountains to get some peace and quiet. Working at present on the book 3 of The Last Legacy Quartet.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best book of the series., December 7, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Crystal Stair (bk3 in the 9-book series Tales of Gom in the Legends of Ulm) (Perfect Paperback)

The beginning of the story is heartwarming with the relationship between Gom and Harga. There is gut wrenching emotion when they are forced to part again. Gom grows up so much during his search for a mentor. There is great imagination about the seven realms and everyones position is defined clearly. Highly recommended.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Crystal Stair is Wonderful!, April 4, 2000

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Alanna_Daine - See all my reviews

This review is from: Crystal Stair, The (Mass Market Paperback)

It wasn't a shock to find out how wonderful The Crystal Stair is! Grace Chetwin's adventures are magnificent and keep you reading. This book was constructed beautifully and should be a favorite of people who love fantasy. I was so sorry to find it out of print. This third book in the Gom On Windy Mountian series requires nothing but the highest praise!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wondrful!, April 4, 2000

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Alanna_Daine - See all my reviews

This review is from: Crystal Stair, The (Mass Market Paperback)

It wasn't a shock to find out how wonderful this book is! Grace Chetwin's adventures are magnificent and keep you reading. This book was constructed beautifully and should be a favorite of people who love fantasy. I was so sorry to find it out of print. This third book in the Gom On Windy Mountian series requires nothing but the highest praise!