The Immortals (The Immortals #1-4)
This was not quite as compelling as Song of the Lioness, but of course the idea of being able to talk easily with any animal, to really understand them and know what they were feeling is the major appeal here. Daine had just as much to prove to and about herself as Alanna had in the other series, she simply proved it in a different way.
The first book (Wild Magic) was my favorite, since it dealt more with Daine herself and the efforts she made to become who she was supposed to be. In the other three, while Daine is still exploring her new life, she is drawn into the politics and diplomacies of the Tortall kingdom. The fourth book (The Realms Of The Gods) was actually my least favorite. At least the darkings helped bring a few touches of lightness and humor to an otherwise fairly gruesome story.
This was my second time reading this book, but unlike other reviewers I had not read Tamora Pierce when it was age-appropriate for me to do so. Mainly because the author is only about three years older than I am. I discovered her through the SFBC, and I am glad I did because I enjoy her world and her messages very much.
I am about to start the final omnibus I have of her work, Protector of the Small. I've read that once before also, but I have just a few vague memories of the story. Time to back away from the keyboard and return to Tortall to See What Happens Next!
Re-reading my childhood fiction. It's quite magical
Re-reading my childhood fiction. It's quite magical
A little old for young adults. There is sex in the Immortals series also. Not as good as her other books.
So yes, as you can see Ive been doing a little rereading. I finished the Lioness quartet and was still feeling a bit nostalgic so I thought what the hell Ill just keep going! When I was younger this was my favourite of all the Tortall books, I wanted to be Daine and speak to animals and heal them, she was my hero. Again, reading this as an adult is different to preteen me reading it (thank god). For one thing I was so invested in Daine and Numairs relationship, from the get go I was like they
Hands down my favorite book set in the land of Tortall. (Not that Alanna wasn't far behind.)
Despite reading this as an adult - and therefore well outside the target audience - it retains its charm. For a young girl who is animal crazy, this is sure to be a winner.
Tamora Pierce
Hardcover | Pages: 657 pages Rating: 4.58 | 7546 Users | 83 Reviews
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Title | : | The Immortals (The Immortals #1-4) |
Author | : | Tamora Pierce |
Book Format | : | Hardcover |
Book Edition | : | Anniversary Edition |
Pages | : | Pages: 657 pages |
Published | : | November 2003 by SFBC (first published September 23rd 2003) |
Categories | : | Fantasy. Young Adult. Fiction. Magic |
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In this four volume omnibus edition from the Science Fiction Book Club, we are treated to the story of young Daine, the wild magic that helps her communicate with all animals, and the adventures she has while learning about herself and the life she is to lead.This was not quite as compelling as Song of the Lioness, but of course the idea of being able to talk easily with any animal, to really understand them and know what they were feeling is the major appeal here. Daine had just as much to prove to and about herself as Alanna had in the other series, she simply proved it in a different way.
The first book (Wild Magic) was my favorite, since it dealt more with Daine herself and the efforts she made to become who she was supposed to be. In the other three, while Daine is still exploring her new life, she is drawn into the politics and diplomacies of the Tortall kingdom. The fourth book (The Realms Of The Gods) was actually my least favorite. At least the darkings helped bring a few touches of lightness and humor to an otherwise fairly gruesome story.
This was my second time reading this book, but unlike other reviewers I had not read Tamora Pierce when it was age-appropriate for me to do so. Mainly because the author is only about three years older than I am. I discovered her through the SFBC, and I am glad I did because I enjoy her world and her messages very much.
I am about to start the final omnibus I have of her work, Protector of the Small. I've read that once before also, but I have just a few vague memories of the story. Time to back away from the keyboard and return to Tortall to See What Happens Next!
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Original Title: | The Immortals |
ISBN: | 0739438034 (ISBN13: 9780739438039) |
Edition Language: | English |
Series: | The Immortals #1-4, Tortall |
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Ratings: 4.58 From 7546 Users | 83 ReviewsAppraise About Books The Immortals (The Immortals #1-4)
4.5 stars This series was so good! I'm still a little bit upset that it took me so long to read Pierce's work, because I know I would have loved this when I was younger, but I'm so glad I finally did! I loved Daine and how she always emphasized kindness and compassion, mostly using those qualities instead of brute force to solve her problems. However, the mental image of her riding an army of dinosaur bones into battle is pretty bad ass. I'm only taking off half a point because I thought theRe-reading my childhood fiction. It's quite magical
Re-reading my childhood fiction. It's quite magical
A little old for young adults. There is sex in the Immortals series also. Not as good as her other books.
So yes, as you can see Ive been doing a little rereading. I finished the Lioness quartet and was still feeling a bit nostalgic so I thought what the hell Ill just keep going! When I was younger this was my favourite of all the Tortall books, I wanted to be Daine and speak to animals and heal them, she was my hero. Again, reading this as an adult is different to preteen me reading it (thank god). For one thing I was so invested in Daine and Numairs relationship, from the get go I was like they
Hands down my favorite book set in the land of Tortall. (Not that Alanna wasn't far behind.)
Despite reading this as an adult - and therefore well outside the target audience - it retains its charm. For a young girl who is animal crazy, this is sure to be a winner.
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