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Gwenhwyfar: The White Spirit
Gwenhwyfar The White Spirit
Author: Mercedes Lackey
The bestselling author of the Valdemar novels pens a classic tale about King Arthur's legendary queen. — Gwenhwyfar moves in a world where gods walk among their pagan worshipers, where nebulous visions warn of future perils, and where there are two paths for a woman: the path of the Blessing or the rarer path of the Warrior. Gwenhwyfar chooses th...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780756405854
ISBN-10: 0756405858
Publication Date: 10/6/2009
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  • Currently 3.3/5 Stars.
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3.3 stars, based on 24 ratings
Publisher: Penguin Group
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
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SteveTheDM avatar reviewed Gwenhwyfar: The White Spirit on + 204 more book reviews
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I've been a fan of Mercedes Lackey for a long time (but have actually managed to read few of her more recent books), as well as a fan of Arthurian-age novels since I first read The Once and Future King way back in my teenage years.

So when I spotted this book in the "new" section of the library, I picked it up to see Lackey's take on an old familiar story.

She did a great job. Taking the point of view of Guinevere led to a wonderful narrative, and following her from her childhood through Arthur's death was an excellent storytelling strategy.

There is lots of evil in Lackey's Britain: both in the traditional evil of Mordred and Morgana, as well as within her own family. Life is never easy, despite the honor and righteousness that Gwen consistently demonstrates. That tension truly helps to propel the story, and makes for a great read.

4/5 stars.
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softrbreeze avatar reviewed Gwenhwyfar: The White Spirit on + 27 more book reviews
I enjoyed this book very much. I love Mercedes Lackey's writing style. I was a bit disappointed in the ending. It seemed a bit rushed- not fully fleshed out. But I'm still looking forward to the sequel, if there is one. Her characters are very engaging as always!
Readnmachine avatar reviewed Gwenhwyfar: The White Spirit on + 1435 more book reviews
Lackey has taken an old Welsh legendclaiming King Arthur had not one, but three wives whose names were some variation on the modern Guenevere, and has made one of them the main character of this lively retelling of the legend.


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