The Island of the Mighty stands on the brink of war with the Roman Empire. Excalibur is lost-the sword forged by the gods in the dawn of days and passed down through generations of High Kings. Can Britain stand without the help of the gods? Young prince Emrys, nicknamed Merlin, knows his destiny is to find the lost sword of power. For the gods gave him a special gift to see into the heart of the world. He knows the rebel goddess Morgana would kill him to take Excalibur and become Queen of the Island of the Mighty, with a promise of days dark and bloody. In this fast-paced and violent tale, the world seems poised upon the brink of two possibilities: darkness and death.or the age of Arthur.
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Buy it for someone who loves history and fantasy (especially tales of King Arthur),
By N.J.W. (Stuck in the Middle, USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Hawk and the Wolf (Hardcover)
The Hawk and The Wolf is a great fantasy tale with rich historical details. We get a story of young Merlin that ties him directly to the events of his time. Adderley has a talent for evoking realistic milieu.
Several enjoyable elements of the book will lend themselves to debate among Arthurian fantasy fans. The druids are brutal, the citizens often petty. The women (Boudi in particular) guide the action as much as the men. Magic isn't portrayed as some wonderful learning opportunity or some horrible burden--instead, it's a tool best used in the service of others. In that sense, the book feels very modern, yet ancient at the same time.
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An Intriguing Novel of Arthurian Fantasy!,
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The Hawk and the Wolf unfolds like a giant tapestry as it takes the reader on a wondrous journey into the legend of King Arthur's Merlin and his quest to find Excalibur. The tale begins with the early years of Merlin, known then as Emrys. One is quickly drawn into another era of British history where the settings and language lend credence to the talented blend of knowledge and imagination of author Mark Adderley.
This novel will appeal to anyone who enjoys curling up in a comfortable chair with a good book. It is an intriguing journey into the past, into outstanding fantasy that reads like realism. There is no doubt it would make an outstanding movie. I highly recommend The Hawk and the Wolf.
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The Hawk and the Wolf, just might be the definitive version of the
legend of King Arthur. Starting way before most novels do, the story follows Emrys, a young boy who has visions at very awkward times. Everyone thinks he is mad. But Emrys learns that it is his destiny to find Excalibur, which was the sword of the high kings of Britain. While he seeks the sword, he meets druids, politicians, kings, queens and warriors, and he takes part in a desperate last stand, the Britons against the Romans. Adderley blends history and legend in this book. On this history side, there are Roman legions fighting against the Britons, in battles that really took place. On the side of legend, there are the druids, and Emrys's ability to see the future. Some of the characters here are familiar, Merlin and Boudicea, for example. Others are not, like Rhydderch and Coroticos. One of the pleasures of the book is recognizing familiar characters in unfamiliar surroundings. This is a story you've never read before, that hints at other stories you think you know. Dominic Caruso, Author/No More Tomorrows...
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