kickerdad - , reviewed on 1/4/2011 + 116 more book reviews

Recommended and given to me by a friend, I can't believe it sat on my shelf for almost 20 years before I picked it up to read! Once started, I could hardly put it down. It has been a long time since I have been so enthralled by a story that I could hardly wait until the next opportunity to sit and continue reading. I am starting 'Merlin' today!

A masterful integration of history, mythology, and story-telling, Lawhead creates a poignant retelling of a very old tale, creating a new vision of the dawn of the Arthurian age. To those not familiar with Arthurian legend, Taliesin' is an incredible adventure of passion, grief, and promise. To the rest of us, the tale is filled with many unexpected connections and 'ahhh, yes' moments that make the story new and vibrant. Lawhead reintroduces traditional characters, giving them new depth while retaining their iconic characteristics. He introduces new characters that fill the unspoken gaps left in our minds by traditional tales.

Whether you are a fan of Taliesin, a follower of Merlin, or simply a hopeful romantic, you will find 'Taliesin satisfying in all regards.

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