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In the captivating world conjured by veteran Lackey (Exile's Honor) and classical scholar Mallory (Merlin: The Old Magic) in this first of a high fantasy trilogy, there are three types of magic, each of which has its own rules, limits and variables. But it is the Wild Magic-anathema to Armethalieh, "the Golden City of the Bells," and considered by its residents to be heresy and truly evil-that has the most unusual aspects, for its practitioners must bargain for what they need and pay an often high price for power. Kellen Tavadon, son of Arch-Mage Lycaelon of Armethalieh, has been raised (indoctrinated, actually) to believe that High Magick is the only true magic and that his father and the Council of Mages have the final word. But Kellen isn't so sure. He's always been a bit suspicious of the council's tight control over the city. One day, while playing hooky from his lessons in magery, Kellen finds a set of books about Wild Magic. He knows he shouldn't touch them. To open the books and read them is to court a death sentence, no matter if your father is the Arch-Mage. But Kellen can't resist. And thus, after a bit of a slow start, Kellen sets down a road he never expected to take, on a journey of dire importance to both humans and nonhumans (the latter including elves, unicorns and other enchanting creatures). The narrative speeds to the end, avoiding a jarring halt while leaving the reader satisfied and wanting to know more.
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Bored to tears with the predictability of his life, Kellen has only more of the same to look forward to. As the son of the City's ruling archmage, he is high born and mage trained, intended one day to take his place in the City's governing body of magicians, who protect and shepherd its citizens by means of the very structured, closely held secrets of High Magick. Things change drastically for Kellen, though, when he discovers three volumes of forbidden magic in a used-book stall. Forbidden equals old, equals wild, magic, you see, and once Kellen realizes there is a world full of wonders, diversity, and people who think and live differently, he cannot return to the oppressive sameness of City life. When he refuses to give up the books, his father banishes him forever from the City and to a horrific death prearranged by the mages. The Wild Magic has another agenda for him, however, involving an acerbic unicorn and a woman--heavens!--to learn the Wild (but not sex) Magic from. Delightful. Paula Luedtke
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1.0étoiles sur 5 I really did try to finish it, but..., Oct. 20 2007
This review is from: The Outstretched Shadow: The Obsidian Trilogy: Book One (Mass Market Paperback)
I'm rather surprised that I wasn't able to enjoy this book. I really wanted to, but it just didn't happen. Unlike most of Mercedes Lackey's novels, this one's beginning was very boring, going on to describe a lot of stuff that seem ultimately irrelevant. It was so painful to read. I gave it several chances -- I actually made it about halfway through the book before I gave up, figuring I had to just let it go... especially since only one scene actually seemed slightly interesting. (Hence, slightly.)

The good:
-The characters, for the most part, are fairly interesting. Some are annoying.
-The magic systems are intriguing.
-There are lots of creatures, some familiar and others unique.

The bad:
-Too much stuff written that no one wants to read.
-Takes waaaay to long for the plot to get set into motion. And when it did... it sort of... stopped.
-I *might* attempt to actually finish it, but only if I'm desperate.
-The cover art is excellent, but I'm afraid that's the only part of the book that is.

Like I said before, I really did want to like this book -- I've rarely dropped a book because I couldn't become interested in it, especially one by Mercedes Lackey. I even tried to pick it up again, but the senseless, rambling paragraphs were altogether too frustrating and boring.

I don't doubt there will be some people interested, especially hard-core Lackey fans, but I'm afraid this is one book I certainly wasted my money on.
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3.0étoiles sur 5 Too Dark and Forboding,, Fév 11 2006
This review is from: The Outstretched Shadow: The Obsidian Trilogy: Book One (Mass Market Paperback)
I enjoyed this book, but at times it became a bit too dark. I would rather have a fun and enjoyable story, such as The Unsuspecting Mage by Brian S. Pratt. He kept the actin rolling without all the dark imagry.
I would still reccomend this book to anyone who likes a good book to read in the dark of night, maybe not for young teens, but overall, a good job
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5.0étoiles sur 5 Excellent book, Juil 7 2004
Par Michael Vogel (ELwood, IN USA) - Voir tous mes commentaires
I found this book to be a very good read. Im a huge fan of fantasy novels and this one had me spellbound. I probably have a library fee of $30 because i dont want to take it back. i read all other reviews and have found that people dont like the descriptions. They paint a picture. In this book, i could see the world. i could see the intricate pattern on Jermayans elven armor, the beauty of Aremathelieh. Usually a book gives me an idea of what the scene is, but with this one, i knew exactly what it looked like. And ive also seen reviews complaining about the way that Lackey came back to Kellen's problems with Wild Magick. Thats an important part to the story. He live his WHOLE life where rules were everything and now there is no rules. Plus he is scared of the Taint and Mercedes only came back to this when there was something new to add about it. on the whole i definitly recommend and after i get rid of the bank loan im going to have to take out to pay the library fines, im buying this book and ordering the second. i cant wait
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4.0étoiles sur 5 Very good, but not up to par with 'Valdemar' series
The Outsretched Shadow is a very good book. A great book, even. It focuses around Kellen, the son of the head mage of Armethalieh, and magick. Read more
Publié le Mai 23 2004 par Zoycitenega

5.0étoiles sur 5 An Evil Plot Discovered
The Outstretched Shadow is the first novel in The Obsidian Trilogy. A millennium in the past, the Great Alliance of Elves, Men, and Otherfolks joined against the Endarkened and... Read more
Publié le Avril 28 2004 par Arthur W. Jordin

3.0étoiles sur 5 Overly poetic detail delays excellent plot
As many of the reviewers here have noted, the authors have a tendency to wax philosophical about every twig and rock. Read more
Publié le Avril 14 2004 par Marcail

4.0étoiles sur 5 4+
Kinda long and detailed,
BUT entertaining ideas and characters.

This a great foundation to build on.

So many things can and will happen. Read more

Publié le Avril 4 2004

5.0étoiles sur 5 Really a different read
I'm not usually Mercedes Lackey's biggest fan - her books are frequently a lot of the same thing, over... and over... and over. Read more
Publié le Avril 4 2004 par Beth Withrowhill

5.0étoiles sur 5 Excellent entertaining novel
I have always been a fan of Mercedes Lackey and this book was no dissapointment. It is similar to many of her other books but it is a pleasant change from Vlademer. Read more
Publié le Mars 18 2004 par Silent Bob

5.0étoiles sur 5 a great book
this is new series that is just great. it is along the lines of her other books with magic, intrigue and non-human characters.
Publié le Fév 18 2004 par June A. Ellison

2.0étoiles sur 5 Would have been a great short novel.
Why is it that so many fantasy writers these days feel the need to pad their novels with tons of excess baggage? Read more
Publié le Fév 15 2004

5.0étoiles sur 5 Another winner from Mercedes Lackey
After reading some of the reviews posted here, I was a little worried about buying this book, but now I am glad I did. Read more
Publié le Fév 15 2004 par Karen

4.0étoiles sur 5 Well, /I/ liked it, a little bit slow paced though it was...
I loved the descriptions involved and the general world and characters. It was a new and interesting approach to magic, using the Wild Magic, High Magic, and the Dark Magic.. Read more
Publié le Fév 1 2004 par shadowdansere

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