The Mirror of Merlin (The Lost Years of Merlin, Book 4) [Paperback]

T. A. Barron (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: 2001

This is book four in the national bestselling saga of young Merlin, destined to become the greatest wizard of all time. Something wicked is lurking in the swamplands on the magical isle of Fincayra-an encroaching evil intent on destroying the land-and only young Merlin possesses the power to stop it. Merlin must embark on a journey through the haunted land to find his stolen sword. But then he discovers a magic mirror capable of altering a person's destiny-and the visage he finds within the glass is someone he never imagined he'd see . . . "Young sorcery fans...set aside Harry Potter and pick up Merlin." (The Cincinnati Enquirer)

Product Details

• Paperback: 245 pages
• Publisher: Scholastic Inc. (2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0439383595
• ISBN-13: 978-0439383592
• Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 5.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #355,806 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

T.A. Barron is the award-winning author of fantasy novels such as The Lost Years of Merlin epic--soon to be a major motion picture. He serves on a variety of environmental and educational boards including The Nature Conservancy and The Land and Water Fund of the Rockies, and is the founder of a national award for heroic children. Following a life-changing decision to leave a successful business career to write full-time in 1990, Barron has written seventeen books, but is happiest when on the mountain trails with his wife, Currie, and their five children.

Customer Reviews

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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars T. A. Barron's latest book- why you should read it., October 29, 1999

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Julie Fudge Smith "fudgesmith" (Fredericksburg, VA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Mirror of Merlin (The Lost Years of Merlin Book 4) (Hardcover)

The Mirror of Merlin is simply a work of art. Fans of the previous Lost Years of Merlin books, will not be disappointed with the latest installment. As always, T.A. Barron's book is filled with wonderful people and places, with warmth and humor and adventure. Once again, Merlin and his home, the mystical island of Fincayra, are faced with very real danger, from someone almost as evil as Rhita Gawr himself. In an effort to stop this evil, Merlin must return to The Haunted Marsh, where he has ventured once before. This is terrible enough, but Merlin is then confronted with his own destiny, a most painful and frighting vision. Can Merlin stop this evil, and save his homeland? Is there anyway he can change his destiny and save himself from the terrible fate in store for him? I encourage everyone who likes books about Merlin to read this book and find out. (Read the rest of the series too while you're at it!) Once again, T.A. Barron has created a masterpiece that readers everywhere, whether young or old, male or female, will treasure.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Truly a wonderful book! :) :) :) :), May 2, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Mirror of Merlin (The Lost Years of Merlin Book 4) (Hardcover)

I received this book as a gift, (because my parents know what afan of T. A. Barron I am) and I would have finished it that day if Ihadn't paced myself and savored every chapter. The Mirror of Merlin, as well as the other Merlin books, pull you into the story (whether you like it or not!) and don't let go, especially when you come to a cliffhanger, which most chapters end in. I'm not sure if this book was better than the other Merlin Epic books (They're all good, but I particuarly like The Seven Songs of Merlin...) I liked the relationship between Hallia and Merlin, which has grown stronger since The Fires of Merlin. The characters are very well-developed, especially Merlin. This book is also filled to the brink with excitement and action.

If you are looking for a great fantasy epic, may I STRONGLY recommend the Lost Years of Merlin Epic! I recommend you read them in order, though. :)

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Mirror of Merlin, October 29, 2001

A Kid's Review

This review is from: The Mirror of Merlin (The Lost Years of Merlin Book 4) (Hardcover)

T.A. Barron's fourth book in the Lost Years of Merlin Epic, THE MIRROR OF MERLIN is one of my favorites in the series. Merlin loses his sword and he, Hallia, and the Ballymag leave into the Haunted Marsh to find it. The marsh ghouls, who are normally friendly, are now being controlled by an unknown force. They soon find a boy named Ector. The four find something that has been missing for a long time, and find the mirror. Ector tells Merlin that his master is on the other side to cure him from the bloodnoose. Who is his master? What will he do?
This exciting part of Merlin's lost years is adventurous and suspenseful. When reading this book, you can't read it a chapter at a time beacause it is very exciting. I really enjoyed THE MIRROR OF MERLIN because the end of each chapter leaves you wondering, what will happen next?