She has had to keep hidden, never staying long in any one place for fear of discovery.
This is the story of Neryn, a young girl with certain ‘canny’ gifts that have made her a target. Shadowfell is the first book in a new YA series by Juliet Marillier and although it was not quite as magical an experience as her earlier Sevenwaters series, it did not disappoint. Homeless, unsure of who to trust, and trapped in an empire determined to crush her, Neryn must make it to Shadowfell not only to save herself, but to save Alban. They both hint that she alone may be the key to Alban's release from Keldec's rule. Neryn struggles to trust her only allies. She also finds help from a handsome young man, Flint, who rescues her from certain death-but whose motives in doing so remain unclear. Sixteen-year-old Neryn is alone in the land of Alban, where the oppressive king has ordered anyone with magical strengths captured and brought before him.Įager to hide her own canny skill-a uniquely powerful ability to communicate with the fairy-like Good Folk-Neryn sets out for the legendary Shadowfell, a home and training ground for a secret rebel group determined to overthrow the evil King Keldec.ĭuring her dangerous journey, she receives aid from the Good Folk, who tell her she must pass a series of tests in order to recognize her full potential.
Genres: Young Adult, Fantasy, Magic, Historical Fantasy
Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers on September 11 2012
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