The Lost Years (Merlin, #1)

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by T.A. Barron (Goodreads Author)

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Does this remind anyone of Disney's The Black Cauldron (based off the books series by Lloyd Alexander)?
Kara Lloyd Alexander specifically references the Welsh myth/epic The Mabinogian (good book, in a classicy sort of way) as an inspiration, which includes a …moreLloyd Alexander specifically references the Welsh myth/epic The Mabinogian (good book, in a classicy sort of way) as an inspiration, which includes a number of elements found in both of these books. Barron talks in his prologue about the extensive research he did regarding Merlin and how his childhood is absent from any of the many Arthurian sources. It makes sense he would dip into other mythos from the same region. Rhiannon was my first tip off that he might be using it as a source.(less)
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Richard It is explained later in the series. In the Wings of Merlin.
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How is this book content-wise (anything inappropriate)?
Brogan There is nothing inappropriate. The author definitely kept it p.g. :)
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What is a suggested age range for this book?
Brogan I think a good starting age would be 9-10. It depends on how strong a reader the person is.
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hey! does this novel/series have romance in it?
Brogan In the first book there is some slight hinting at romance, but it could also be just a really strong friendship. I don't know about the other books ye…moreIn the first book there is some slight hinting at romance, but it could also be just a really strong friendship. I don't know about the other books yet.(less)
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