Emperor Mage [Library]: The Immortals: Book 3 (The Immortals)

From School Library Journal Grade 6–10—Tamora Pierce's third title (Atheneum, 2003) in the series continues the riveting story of Daine, a Tortallan girl with wild magic—the ability to communicate with animals and shape-shift into their form. This power earns her a mentorship from Numair Salmalin, a mage, and a fast friendship with Alanna the Lioness, the King's Champion (and the main character from Pierce's Song of the Lioness Quartet). As a developing mage and healer, Daine is invited to Carthak to meet with Emperor Ozorne, also known as the Emperor Mage. Unfortunately, he has angered the gods, especially Carthak's own Graveyard Hag, and Daine is tapped as a vessel for the goddess, quickly managing to become embroiled in the battle between Emperor and gods. Given a "gift" by the goddess, Daine is able to raise creatures from the dead. When Ozorne threatens Numair, Daine becomes so angry that she raises an army of dinosaur skeletons that destroys the Emperor's palace. In the aftermath, Ozorne escapes and Daine discovers that Numair is still alive. This full-cast production is narrated by the author. They all do a wonderful job, especially Carmen Viviano-Crafts, who voices Daine, and Mike Komurek as Daine's new friend, Zek the Marmoset. All the drama, humor, anger, and romance come across clearly. While the audiobook could stand on its own, it is recommended for libraries circulating the previous volumes.—Jessica Miller, New Britain Public Library, CT Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. Product Description Daine accompanies a Tortallan delegation to the court of Ozorne in the third volume of Pierce’s phenomenally popular Immortals Quartet. But as she enters a glittering world laced with danger and treachery, the danger grows even more intense when the gods themselves push her to use her wild magic for their own ends. Review For book: "This impressive entry in Pierce's saga will leave fans clamoring for more." --Booklist (starred review)For book: "A complex, carefully crafted, and suspenseful adventure with an appealing heroine who is developing an enthusiastic following." --Horn Book About the Author TAMORA PIERCE has published more than two dozen novels, including the New York Times bestsellers Trickster’s Choice and Will of the Empress. She lives in Syracuse, New York.