Wintertide [Paperback]

Megan Sybil Baker (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 2001

The war of dark magicks must end. Possession of the Orb of Knowledge must be decided. But not through the spells of sorcerers. But through the power of love.

Only two beings in the Land may pass through the ensorcelled curtain surrounding the powerful Orb of Knowledge. Khamsin of Cirrus Cove is one of them. Born in the midst of a maelstrom, her fate sealed with a sorcerer's spell, Khamsin's journey to find the Orb and save the people she loves is filled with danger and heartache, wizards and demons. And an enigmatic man named Rylan, who claims her heart in a way she never thought possible. Andwho opens her eyes to the truth of herself and her heritage, and to the magical power of love.

WINNER OF THE 2001 EPPIE FOR BEST FANTASY!

Editorial Reviews

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...Unique...Compelling...Megan Sybil Baker has created a mystical world that rises above many others of the genre. -- Bree, Simply EBooks

Mystery, magic, love and death...this is a well-written story of sword and sorcery...not to be missed! -- Susan Mobley, Romantic Times Magazine

This story captivated me from the very first word. The author has a wonderful gift...5 Stars. -- Goldie Thomas, Sime~Gen Reviews

Product Details

• Paperback: 207 pages
• Publisher: Ltdbooks (June 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1553165233
• ISBN-13: 978-1553165231
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,431,947 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tremendous epic fantasy, March 26, 2002

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Harriet Klausner - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Wintertide (Paperback)

Brona the healer claims the unborn child, conceived of violence, as hers. The child Khamsin is born during a storm of the century. Bronya raises the child teaching her the magic until Khamsin turns seventeen. The healer reads the runes interpreting them to mean that Khamsin must immediately marry. Though she does not want a man in her life as she is used to no one except Bronya, Khamsin makes a deathbed promise to her mentor to do so.

Khamsin marries, but her husband and his villagers do not trust her or her power. She is allowed to only heal the sick. As happened when she was conceived, raiders killed most of the villagers. Khamsin escapes, but now knows she must obtain the Orb from a powerful sorcerer and determine what will become of this magical artifact that has led to so many deaths by those who desire to misuse its power.

Fans of epic fantasy adventures will quickly understand why WINTERTIDE is a multiple award-winning novel. The key to the richly textured story line is the depth of the characters and the world that enables the audience to believe in magic especially in a young girl's heart. The plot never loses focus as master magician Megan Sybil Baker casts an enchanting spell that force a one sitting read and a geas to seek other works from this enchantress.

Harriet Klausner

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A magical fantasy journey!, November 9, 2002

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Freelance Reviewer "Carla" (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Wintertide (Paperback)

WINTERTIDE is a highly imaginative, complex tale combining Science Fiction, Fantasy and Romance - although the hero and heroine are separated throughout most of the book, when they do finally come together it is a satisfying joining of two hearts and souls that belong together. I highly recommend WINTERTIDE to readers looking for a fast-paced, unusual, dark and dangerous story about sorcerers, wizards, demons, and the power of love to conquer all.

5.0 out of 5 stars hard to find, November 28, 2011

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Barbara R. Schwartz - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Wintertide (Paperback)

I was thrilled to find this book by Megan Sybil Baker (aka Linnea Sinclair) available. It is the prequel to an utterly charming SF book "An Accidental Goddess" (LS). I reread the newer book after reading this and it added depth.