... Firesong, it just has to be.
I remember when I was first bought the first book in the fantastic series, The Wind Singer, and I remember reading the first chapter and thinking how strange the book was. After that not much happened for six months as it lay dormant on my bookshelf as I had ... Read review
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this weighty--at 350-plus pages--yet highly readable novel is a fitting conclusion to the story of the Manth people, and their long, dangerous and imaginative jour...
this weighty--at 350-plus pages--yet highly readable novel is a fitting conclusion to the story of the Manth people, and their long, dangerous and imaginative journey, Moses-like in scale, to a new and promised land. Highly-anticipated final books in big fantasy trilogies don't come much bigger than this and, reassuringly, William Nicholson's concluding instalment of his Wind on Fire sequence lives up to the immense expectation established by its excellent and award-winning predecessors The Wind Singer and Slaves of the Mastery. The story picks up with the flight of the Hath family, and their crew of other willing Manth families and friends, away from the ruined Mastery. After the defeat of the Master, alone and displaced, they seek a new homeland but have no real destination and very little food. Ira Hath leads the way, prophesising their eventual success but also her own, sad demise. Bowman and Kestrel Hath, brother and sister, carry burdens of their own. Bowman, in particular, is anxious. He awaits a summons from the Sirene, and must make a great sacrifice for his people. The journey is long, and his preparation is tough--especially in the unforgiving hands of an unexpected teacher. As with the previous two volumes, there are some wonderfully exciting moments of action, as well as vivid landscapes and colourful characters. Last time it was Mumpo in gladiatorial combat--this time it is the dramatic attempted rescue of the Manth women who fall into the grubby hands of a desert people. So after all of this, the ending is definitely worth waiting for--and very emotional. There are some surprising twists and turns, and a truly satisfying conclusion. Yet, despite all three books being so immensely well-written and popular, it remains to be seen whether or not this author will continue to write novels for children as well as screenplays for Hollywood (his other job). Write to your MP if he doesn't, but make sure you read his next book if he does. (Ages 10 and over) --John McLay
this weighty--at 350-plus pages--yet highly readable novel is a fitting conclusion to the story of the Manth people, and their long, dangerous and imaginative journey, Moses-like in scale, to a new and promised land. Highly-anticipated final books in big fantasy trilogies don't come much bigger than this and, reassuringly, William Nicholson's concluding instalment of his Wind on Fire sequence lives up to the immense expectation established by its excellent and award-winning predecessors The Wind Singer and Slaves of the Mastery. The story picks up with the flight of the Hath family, and their crew of other willing Manth families and friends, away from the ruined Mastery. After the defeat of the Master, alone and displaced, they seek a new homeland but have no real destination and very little food. Ira Hath leads the way, prophesising their eventual success but also her own, sad demise. Bowman and Kestrel Hath, brother and sister, carry burdens of their own. Bowman, in particular, is anxious. He awaits a summons from the Sirene, and must make a great sacrifice for his people. The journey is long, and his preparation is tough--especially in the unforgiving hands of an unexpected teacher. As with the previous two volumes, there are some wonderfully exciting moments of action, as well as vivid landscapes and colourful characters. Last time it was Mumpo in gladiatorial combat--this time it is the dramatic attempted rescue of the Manth women who fall into the grubby hands of a desert people. So after all of this, the ending is definitely worth waiting for--and very emotional. There are some surprising twists and turns, and a truly satisfying conclusion. Yet, despite all three books being so immensely well-written and popular, it remains to be seen whether or not this author will continue to write novels for children as well as screenplays for Hollywood (his other job). Write to your MP if he doesn't, but make sure you read his next book if he does. (Ages 10 and over) --John McLay
The End? Review ofFiresong - William Nicholsonby
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Advantages: Great, epic end to the trilogy Disadvantages: Could it be the end?
...the Manth people free.
Firesong leads on from both these books. It is basically about the Time of Cruelty, where the Manth people are facing bitter hardships to reach their homeland. Bowman is waiting to be summoned by the Singer People; the Sirene, where he is to be trained by the Great Albard. This is a tale where the Manth people have nothing left; Aramanth destroyed, many dead. They are alone in the wilderness of the world and all the while ... ...that you managed to read Firesong without resorting to getting your kids to telling you what happened. Also, this is another load of trivia added to your general knowledge, and not only that, but you are one of the lucky people who have read this great book, and you will recommend it to your friends, they will read it and recommend, read and recommend, read and recommend………….
So there you have it. Now regarding my title which can be a little misleading, ...
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Advantages: Amazing finsh to a great trilogy. Disadvantages: None:)
A really amazing end to a fantastic trilogy. I have to say, io was disappointed it was over. By far the most heartfelt of all the books which made my want to cry at times. Yet, whilst all the characters are finally together again, you have to let a few of them go as they die. After reading the previous books where you have become rather attatched to their complex realistic lives, it is hard to let some of them go. As the characters battle many obstacles ...
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