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143rd out of 298 books
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Heart Of Valor (Wildworld #2)
by
L.J. Smith
When their friend, sorceress Morgana Shee, embarks on a mission to recover the Heart of Valor, a ruby giving the possessor almost limitless power, four children already in serious danger pursue her to offer their help. Sequel to "Night of the Solstice."
Hardcover
Published
October 8th 1994
by Random House Value Publishing
(first published November 30th 1990)
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I love Smith’s style of writing a LOT, as I have previously mentioned – her novels transport you to wonderful, impossible places with just a few magical, well-thought-out words. The first book in this series, The Night of the Solstice, took a while for me to get into, but once you do you are gripped, and I found it very easy to slip back into the world of Morgana Shee, the world’s greatest sorceress, and the Hodges-Bradley children, who had previously saved the world from the dark forces of the...more
This book being the sequel to Night of the Solstice, I was glad to see that it detailed a lot more of Morgana's past. No longer was she seen as the sorceress who had a very magical mystical-sounding name, but she was tied back to the Morgan of Arthurian legend, giving her a depth even beyond what Smith writes of her character.
We see a significant growth in maturity for the four main characters, too. Their personalities are much the same as we saw them in the previous book, but their adventures...more
We see a significant growth in maturity for the four main characters, too. Their personalities are much the same as we saw them in the previous book, but their adventures...more
The Good Stuff
* Excellent continuation and completion of the series
* Lots of sorcery, flying serpents, King Arthur and talking animals, how can you not like that
* Like I mentioned in my review of the 1st book in the series, a great epic fantasy story for the younger set
* Realistic relationships between the siblings -- trust me I'm the little sister in my family
* Some light humour
* A far more detailed back story for Morgana
* Interesting twist on the tale of Merlin and Arthur
* Excellent 1s...more
* Excellent continuation and completion of the series
* Lots of sorcery, flying serpents, King Arthur and talking animals, how can you not like that
* Like I mentioned in my review of the 1st book in the series, a great epic fantasy story for the younger set
* Realistic relationships between the siblings -- trust me I'm the little sister in my family
* Some light humour
* A far more detailed back story for Morgana
* Interesting twist on the tale of Merlin and Arthur
* Excellent 1s...more
This book being the sequel to
Night of the Solstice
, I was glad to see that it detailed a lot more of Morgana's past. No longer was she seen as the sorceress who had a very magical mystical-sounding name, but she was tied back to the Morgan of Arthurian legend, giving her a depth even beyond what Smith writes of her character.
We see a significant growth in maturity for the four main characters, too. Their personalities are much the same as we saw them in the previous book, but their adventures...more
We see a significant growth in maturity for the four main characters, too. Their personalities are much the same as we saw them in the previous book, but their adventures...more
This book is the sequel to Night of the Solstice, I really love L.J Smith's books, but this one kind of disappointed me.
I would say it is aimed at a younger audience, just like Night of the Solstice was as well. I did enjoy the story though, I especially liked how the book dipped more into Morgana's past and her connections with King Arthur.
I really enjoyed the children "stealing" the convertible and all the little pieces of magic that was used along the way, which to seemed to bring them all cl...more
I would say it is aimed at a younger audience, just like Night of the Solstice was as well. I did enjoy the story though, I especially liked how the book dipped more into Morgana's past and her connections with King Arthur.
I really enjoyed the children "stealing" the convertible and all the little pieces of magic that was used along the way, which to seemed to bring them all cl...more
Even though this book did not offer the level of romance and lust that later LJ Smith books would, part of it has definately stuck with me. Could just be a nostalgia factor since I read these as a kid when they first came out, but still. haha
this was muchh better than the first one..the plot started to get more exciting by page 156..the children finally had some actual purpose for being, and everyone had a happy ending except for thia pendrell of course..and merlin is now at large..
This is book 2 in the series, the first book was very clean and fun. The second is still fun, but contains a few minor swear words. Also one reference to dancing in the moonlight naked-though they don't actually do it.
Sep 05, 2011
georgia -ωαт¢н ɱє fℓу-
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Um... yeah... i guess it was good... I am into Arthurian legend so I enjoyed that bit of the story but it wasn't that well written... a good read though but I wouldn't buy it or read it again.
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I liked the second book better than the first. Between Merlin and Thia Pendriel, there were alot of details packed into this story. If only the book was a good 600 pages longer!
As the Hodges-Bradley children get back to their normal lives--with some magical changes--they discover that an earthquake may have temporarily opened the passage to Wildwood, and that an old enemy may be joining forces with a legendary figure from the past.
This was a little more focused on Alys, and that made it a more focused story. As Alys journeys on her path to becoming a hero, she has her stumbles, but overall her performance is astounding. Janie still sometimes grates, with with her new p...more
This was a little more focused on Alys, and that made it a more focused story. As Alys journeys on her path to becoming a hero, she has her stumbles, but overall her performance is astounding. Janie still sometimes grates, with with her new p...more
Sep 20, 2010
Kathy Davie
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This was interesting. A bit Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe mixed with an evil Merlin and Oz. Four children help (the good) Morganna save the world.
Dec 23, 2010
Kim N - Lost-In-A-Book
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A good follow up to the first (The Night of the Solstice), love the Avalon/Arthurian connections. Good story, adventure, a little choppy at times as far as connecting the story, but overall a good read.
Loved the story. First read this when I was a pre-teen and it was one that stuck with me. I have my original copy. Great for ages 10 and up.
Jan 13, 2011
Aqua Xian
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4 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
People who like a good fantasy.
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My eyes. WHo do not require morals.
*Clears throat* Yes, I know "Do not practice sorcery" is in the Bible. Sorry. I was looking at it from the antagonist's point of view. VERY GOOD.
Oh, wow! I loved every freaking minute of this magnificent book! I was positively mortified that it was the end of the series!
I liked this one better than Night of the Solstice but still not my favorite L.J. books.
I enjoyed this story. It is a great story for a young reader.
Much better than the first one
Sep 24, 2010
Cheese
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One series I wish she would continue
A brilliant sequel.
Well worth reading this series if you like witches and wizards.
Well worth reading this series if you like witches and wizards.
An other great book to eacape into
fun fantasy book.
37 books/2010
Not as good as the first but a satisfying sequel. I wish there were more.
Not as good as the first but a satisfying sequel. I wish there were more.
Beautiful
mmmm not much better then the first.
Fun book and take on the Merlin/Morgana legend. I liked the drama surrounding the siblings, how they worked through problems and helped each other. Good book for preteens and me :).
Great story, Intriguing plot, Interesting twist to the King Arthur & Merlin tales... Good read :o)
Heart of Valor is the second book in the Wildworld series by L.J. Smith.
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L.J. SMITH has written over two dozen books for young adults, including The Vampire Diaries, now a hit TV show. She has also written the bestselling Night World series and The Forbidden Game, as well as the #1 New York Times bestselling Dark Visions. She loves to walk the trails and beaches in Point Reyes, California, daydreaming about her latest book. She also loves to hear from readers (info@lja...more
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“In the meantime, how about us doing some more sister things together?"
Alys snorted. "Like what?"
Oh, I don't know. Slay a few monsters, outwit a few magicians, drain a few Chaotic Zones, negotiate a few treaties..."
And after lunch?"
Janie returned the wry grin sweetly. "I'll let you know."
The hero and the sorceress walked back up the path arm in arm.”
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Alys snorted. "Like what?"
Oh, I don't know. Slay a few monsters, outwit a few magicians, drain a few Chaotic Zones, negotiate a few treaties..."
And after lunch?"
Janie returned the wry grin sweetly. "I'll let you know."
The hero and the sorceress walked back up the path arm in arm.”
“They understand NOW," agreed Charles pointedly. "But what happens in a little while when the effects wear off and they remember everything except the reasons why they did it? They're going to be telling their parents they gave their car away to some kids who made them smell a leaf. And what do they say then?”
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