Water #3: Transformation [School & Library Binding]

K. Dalkey (Author)

Book Description

Nia and Corwin have each fought their own battles. Now they are Joined together to face their most dangerous enemy yet: Ma'el, the evil Avatar. In order to defeat Ma'el, they must retrieve a magical sword from Atlantis. But after a treacherous journey through the sea, they are shocked to discover that the sword is nowhere to be found.

As Nia and Corwin search for the sword, they realize that the good people of Atlantis are now enslaved by Ma'el. Worse still, Ma'el plans the same for Corwin's native land of Wales. Nia and Corwin must find the sword and stop Ma'el -- before it's too late.

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Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 6-9-In this final installment in the trilogy, Corwin (who will become Merlin) follows Nia (the Lady of the Lake) to Atlantis in order to defeat Ma'el, an evil warlock. To succeed, they must find the fabled sword Eikis Calli Werr (Excaliber). Transformation is a quick, easy read. While the tie-in to Arthurian legend isn't made until the epilogue, anyone familiar with this genre of fantasy will see it coming through the broad foreshadowing used throughout the narrative. Characters are shallow but likable and while the suspense and action are a little predictable, the story remains enjoyable. Buy it to hook readers into Arthurian fantasy and then lead them on to meatier fare by T. A. Barron, Jane Yolen, T. H. White, and Stephen R. Lawhead.
Saleena L. Davidson, South Brunswick Public Library, Monmouth Junction, NJ
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From Booklist

Gr. 7-10. In the third and final volume in the Transformation series, teen mermyd Nia, must return from Wales to Atlantis to find a magical sword that is potentially the last hope to save her beloved city from evil tyrant Ma'el. Accompanied by her "dry-lander" friend Corwin, Nia makes the dangerous underwater journey, only to discover that the sword is missing, her people are enslaved, and Ma'el is planning to take over Corwin's Wales. Finding the sword and stopping Ma'el are more perilous than Nia imagined, especially with her future and the fate of Atlantis at stake. Sf and fantasy fans will connect with the likable teen protagonists; descriptive, fast-reading prose; and an exotic, richly detailed, fantastical world that combines elements of Atlantis, alien-earth population theory, and King Arthur legends. Plot devices and obstacles feature Indiana Jones-like thrills, rounded out with hints of romance and a classic good vs. evil struggle. Engrossing, suspenseful, and fun. Shelle Rosenfeld
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Product Details

• School & Library Binding: 233 pages
• Publisher: Rebound by Sagebrush; 1st Avon Ed edition (June 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0613626567
• ISBN-13: 978-0613626569
• Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 4.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,273,404 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Trilogy Ends with Action, Betrayal, and Friendship, July 5, 2002

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Katie (Annapolis, MD USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Transformation (Water Trilogy, Book 3) (Paperback)

Nia, Corwin, and their Farworlder have finally completed their naming. But there is still trouble ahead. Ma'el, the evil mermyd tyrant, has taken over Atlantis and enslaved its people. Determined not to allow Ma'el to get away with his evil intentions, Nia and Corwin know that they must somehow travel back to Atlantis and free the city from Ma'el. Unfortunately, Corwin is human, and cannot breathe underwater. Yet, a secret about his past comes to light, and Corwin discovers that he is half human, half mermyd, with partially developed gills. Nia and the farworlder manage to help his gills develop, and the three of them return to Atlantis.

When they return to Atlantis, Nia discovers that her family has been either imprisoned in dry-rooms or killed. With the return of the new Avatars, the Atlanteans gain hope. They rebel against Ma'el, but he still manages to capture Nia, Corwin, and their farworlder. Trapped in seperate cells with no way to communicate telepathically with each other, it seems like there is no chance for their escape. Will Ma'el succeed in enslaving the mermyds of Atlantis? Or will Corwin and Nia escape and prevent him? The trilogy is brought to an end with this final book, Transformation.

READ THIS TRILOGY! It's creative, different, and action-packed. I LOVED this book! I especially liked how the three, Nia, Corwin, and the Farworlder, communicate telepathically. But best of all, this story ties in perfectly with the King Arthur legend. (You'll have to read it to find out how.) For Ages 8-14, and science fiction or fantasy fans.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great conclusion to a wonderful trilogy!, June 4, 2002

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This review is from: Transformation (Water Trilogy, Book 3) (Paperback)

Nia and Corwin have one common goal---Stop the evil Avatar, Ma'el, before it is too late and he destroys their worlds. Now the two of them are joined as Avatars, working together to stop their one common enemy. Soon they learn that the only way to stop Ma'el is to use a magical sword that lies in the deeps of Atlantis. After a dangerous journey through the seas they finally reach Atlantis only to find out to their utter shock that the sword is nowhere to be found, and all the people of Atlantis have been enslaved by Ma'el. The now once grand city of Atlantis is now nothing but ruins! Will Nia and Corwin be able to stop Ma'el in time before he destroys both their worlds? This trilogy was one of the best I read. Twist and turns everywhere that keep you guessing right up to the end. Another great job for Kara Dalkey! Hopefully she decides to write more fantasy books like this. This trilogy is definitely one of the best books on Atlantis I have ever read!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The thrilling conclusion to the Water trilogy., May 28, 2002

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This review is from: Transformation (Water Trilogy, Book 3) (Paperback)

Nia and Corwin are joined together as Avatars, linked together with Gobaith, the young Farworlder. Now they face their greatest challenge yet as they travel to Atlantis to stop the evil Avatar Ma'el and his Farworlder, Joab. Nia and Corwin hope to find a magical, powerful sword that they hope can help them defeat Ma'el for once and for all. But they arrive in Atlantis to find the sword missing. They must search for the sword in the once-grand city, now a ghostly near-ruin. But even if they find the sword, will they be able to save Atlantis, and even if they succeed in stopping Ma'el, what sacrifices will Nia and Corwin have to make?

I read this thrilling, shocking conclusion to the Water trilogy in one sitting, it was that much of a page-turner. This whole series has managed to surprise me at every turn -- not an easy accomplishment! I highly recommend the entire Water trilogy to fans of fantasy novels, especially if you are interested in the legend of Atlantis.