Od Magic
Patricia A. McKillip - Author
ISBN 9780441013340 | 320 pages | 06 Jun 2006 | Ace | 8.26 x 5.23in | 18 - AND UP
A young gardener tends the grounds at a school for wizards—and grows a new awareness of a powerful gift...
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Brenden Vetch has a gift that connects him to the agricultural world, nurturing gardens to flourish and instinctively knowing the healing properties each plant and herb has to offer. Receiving a personal invitation from the wizard Od to become a gardener for her school in the great city of Kelior, he finds a home among every potential wizard who must be trained to serve the Kingdom of Numis. But unknown to the reigning monarchy is the power possessed by the school's new gardener-a power that even Brenden isn't fully aware of, and which is the true reason Od recruited him.
“McKillip demonstrates once again her exquisite grasp of the fantasist’s craft.”—Publishers Weekly “Lyrical prose, well-limned characterizations, vibrant action, a sense of the wonder of magic, and a generous dollop of romance . . . a story that will bind readers in its spell.” “More enchantments and wonders from McKillip.”—Kirkus Reviews “A terrific fantasy tale starring a delightful protagonist, a vile villain, and an assortment of eccentric supporting characters including the mysterious wonderful Wizard of Od. The story line grips . . . mesmerizes readers until the final spell is spun.”—Midwest Book Review |
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