[bksvol-discuss] Fw: Fantasy March 2010
- From: "Amber Wallenstein" <amber.wallens@xxxxxxxxx>
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- Date: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:56:34 -0400
Fantasy March 2010
"I have been in a multitude of shapes,
Before I assumed a consistent form.
I have been a sword, narrow, variegated...
I have been a tear in the air,
I have been the dullest of stars.
I have been a word among letters,
I have been a book in the origin.
~ from "The Battle of the Trees," a medieval Welsh poem
New and Recently Released!
The Spirit Lens: A Novel of the Collegia Magica - by Carol Berg
Publisher: Roc
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Pub Date: 01/05/2010
ISBN-13: 9780451463111
ISBN-10: 0451463110
Historical Fantasy. In the kingdom of Sabria, where magic and natural science
vie for supremacy, King Phillipe survives an assassination attempt that shows
all the hallmarks of sorcery. To find the culprit, he turns to distant relative
Portier de Duplais, a failed student of magic who has since carved out
a career as the Collegia Magica's head librarian. With the help of foppish
nobleman Ilario de Sylvae and brilliant-but-dangerous sorcerer Dante, Portier
must navigate a world of treachery and intrigue to solve the case. This
Renaissance-flavored blend of fantasy and mystery by Bridge of D'Arnath series
author Carol Berg is the 1st novel of a planned trilogy, so keep an eye out for
future installments.
Iorich - by Steven Brust
Publisher: Tor Books
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Pub Date: 01/05/2010
ISBN-13: 9780765312082
ISBN-10: 0765312085
Fantasy. Former assassin Vlad Taltos returns to his hometown, still pursued by
enemies from House Jhereg, the center of organized crime in the Dragaeran
Empire. Things go from bad to worse when he learns that his old friend Aliera
has been arrested for practicing sorcery and that none of her friends are
coming to her aid. Now it's up to Vlad to help Aliera...if he can stay alive
long enough to do it. This follow-up to Jhegaala is the 12th volume of Steven
Brust's Vlad Taltos series, which begins with Jhereg.
Dragon Keeper - by Robin Hobb
Publisher: Eos
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Pub Date: 01/26/2010
ISBN-13: 9780061561627
ISBN-10: 0061561622
Epic Fantasy. Set in the same world as her Liveship Traders series, this 1st
installment of Robin Hobb's The Rain Wild Chronicles introduces a new generation
of dragons--sickly, weak, and in need of constant care. To ensure that the
hatchlings reach the city of Kelsingra, a group of "dragon keepers" is
appointed.
These include Alise, a scholar who's fleeing an unhappy marriage, and teenage
Thymara, a girl born with claws instead of fingernails who has a gift for
communicating with dragons. But even with their combined expertise and the help
of liveship captain Leftrin, the journey will be long and perilous. Don't
miss this "imaginative, literate, and compassionate" novel (Booklist, starred
review).
The Girl with Glass Feet: A Novel - by Ali Shaw
Publisher: Henry Holt
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Pub Date: 01/05/2010
ISBN-13: 9780805091144
ISBN-10: 0805091149
Fantasy. On the frozen archipelago of St. Hauda's Land, Ida Maclaird is slowly
turning into glass. During her search for a cure, she meets Midas Crook,
a lonely young man whose past is connected to her own. While the two consult
specialists, their tentative friendship slowly blossoms into love, despite
the fact that Ida may not have much time left. An intricately detailed setting
full of wintry landscapes and strange creatures (such as miniature moth-winged
cows) distinguishes this debut by Ali Shaw. This melancholy meditation on love
and mortality should appeal to those who enjoyed Charles de Lint's The Mystery
of Grace.
First Chapter
Focus on: Celtic Fantasy
Magdalen Rising: The Beginning - by Elizabeth Cunningham
Publisher: Monkfish Book Publishing Company
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Pub Date: 04/01/2007
ISBN-13: 9780976684329
ISBN-10: 0976684322
Celtic Fantasy. In this prequel to The Passion of Mary Magdalene, Mary--born
Maeve--grows up on the misty isle of Tir na mBan, raised by eight mothers who
teach her about magic and the art of storytelling. When she enters the Druid
school to train as a Bard, she meets Esus of Jerusalem. Despite being
"different,
as different as day and night," Maeve and Esus are drawn to each other and
develop a powerful bond. Also published as Daughters of the Shining Isle,
Magdalen
Rising's unique fusion of Celtic and Christian lore and feminist viewpoint may
appeal to fans of Marion Zimmer Bradley's Avalon series.
Table of Contents
Holder of Lightning - by S.L. Farrell
Publisher: DAW Books
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Pub Date: 01/01/2004
ISBN-13: 9780756401528
ISBN-10: 0756401526
Celtic Fantasy. While tending her family's flock, 17-year-old shepherd's
daughter Jenna Aoire finds a small stone on Knobtop Hill and pockets it. She
then
discovers that this ordinary-looking pebble is the Lámh Shábhála, a powerful
magical object belonging to the Cloudmages. The stone has chosen Jenna, which
makes her the First Holder. While Jenna does not particularly want the
stone--or the responsibility that comes with being its keeper--there are plenty
of others who do and who will stop at nothing to get it. If you enjoy Holder of
Lightning, you'll want to read its sequels, Mage of Clouds and Heir of
Stone.
Emerald Magic: Great Tales of Irish Fantasy - by Andrew M. Greeley
Publisher: Tor Books
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Pub Date: 02/01/2005
ISBN-13: 9780765344236
ISBN-10: 0765344238
Short Stories. This collection of 15 enchanting stories takes its inspiration
from the history, myths, and legends of the Emerald Isle. Both contemporary
and historical Ireland serve as settings for tales featuring leprechauns,
merrow (merpeople), selkies, and the sídhe, most written exclusively for this
book by renowned fantasy writers including Morgan Llywelyn, Judith Tarr, Tanith
Lee, Charles de Lint, Jane Lindskold, Jacqueline Carey, and Jane Yolen.
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this anthology, which Publishers Weekly calls
a "sheer delight of grand storytelling."
First Chapter
The Dark Mirror - by Juliet Marillier
Publisher: Tor
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Pub Date: 08/01/2005
ISBN-13: 9780765309952
ISBN-10: 0765309955
Celtic Fantasy. As a child, Bridei is sent to Pitnochie to be fostered by the
Druid Broichan. While there, Bridei finds a young fae child, whom he names
Tuala and who becomes his closest friend even as her origins cause the people
of Pitnochie to regard her with suspicion. As Bridei and Tuala grow to
adulthood,
they struggle to realize their respective destinies. The Dark Mirror is the
first book of the Bridei Chronicles, a fictional account of the life and reign
of Bridei, the 6th-century king of the Picts, who lived in what is now
Scotland. If you enjoy this book, pick up its sequels Blade of Fortriu and The
Well
of Shades.
The Mysteries - by Lisa Tuttle
Publisher: Bantam Books
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Pub Date: 12/27/2005
ISBN-13: 9780553587340
ISBN-10: 055358734X
Contemporary/Mystery Fantasy. London-based private investigator Ian Kennedy
specializes in missing persons cases. If he's good at what he does, it's because
he's got lots of personal experience to draw on--starting with the mysterious
disappearance of his father when he was just a boy. But his latest case may
prove to be his most challenging yet: his client's 21-year-old daughter
vanished two years ago and it seems that the Fair Folk are involved. As Ian
investigates
the young woman's disappearance, he discovers eerie parallels to his first-ever
case--and an ancient Irish legend. If you'd like another modern-day story
about the interactions between humans and fairies, try Pamela Dean's Tam Lin.
First Chapter
The White Mare - by Jules Watson
Publisher: Overlook Press
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Pub Date: 02/03/2005
ISBN-13: 9781585676200
ISBN-10: 1585676209
Celtic Fantasy. In AD 79, the Romans continue to encroach on Alba's (ancient
Scotland's) borders, while the region's constantly feuding tribes resist
invasion.
Rhiann of the Epidii tribe is a priestess as well as a princess, accustomed to
putting duty before desire for the sake of her people. To produce an heir
for her family, she enters into arranged marriage to exiled Irish prince Eremon
and gains an ally against their common enemy. The White Mare is the first
volume of Jules Watson's Dalriada trilogy, followed by The Dawn Stag and Song
of the North (also published as The Boar Stone). If you enjoyed Judith Tarr's
Daughter of Lir, you'll want to read this book. Fans of Morgan Llewellyn and
Juliet Marillier will also enjoy this fantasy based on Celtic history and
legend.
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