- Hardcover: 288 pages
- Publisher: The Friday Project; Special Limited edition edition (1 Aug 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1905548893
- ISBN-13: 978-1905548897
- Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 15.6 x 3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (57 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,069,399 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"Story moves quickly with a lot of action and humor." --"School Library Journal"
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A Lord of the Rings for the 21st century. Only a lot shorter. And funnier. And completely different.
Conor thought he was an average teenager. OK, so his father only had one hand, spoke to him in ancient languages and was a bit on the eccentric side but, other than that, life was fairly normal. Until, that is, two Celtic warriors on horseback and wearing full armour appear at his front door and try to kill him. After that, things get pretty weird.
Shadowmagic is a fantasy adventure for young adults of all ages from 12 to 112. Written by one of the most popular magicians in the country it brings a fresh approach to the genre and will have a broad appeal beyond the fantasy sections.
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20 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I first found this book a few years ago when it was published as a free audio book, and from the very first chapter, I was hooked.
It is fast paced and as a result, some character information is skipped over. however, don't let that put you off. This is simply a fantastic, creative story that, as the cover says, the anyone from the ages of 12 to 112 will absolutely love.
Shadowmagic is a totally gripping story that, in my opinion, should be made into a film. it's a great mix of the troubles of a teenager who gets magically transported to the 'land' of Tir Na Nog where the adventures of Connor lead him on quest to stop his evil uncle from destroying the land.
This book has everything, tension, suspense, magical creatures, telepathic trees, love and a very strong storyline. If you are looking for a great book to share with your kids, or just fancy treating yourself to a wonderful story, buy Shadowmagic!
It is fast paced and as a result, some character information is skipped over. however, don't let that put you off. This is simply a fantastic, creative story that, as the cover says, the anyone from the ages of 12 to 112 will absolutely love.
Shadowmagic is a totally gripping story that, in my opinion, should be made into a film. it's a great mix of the troubles of a teenager who gets magically transported to the 'land' of Tir Na Nog where the adventures of Connor lead him on quest to stop his evil uncle from destroying the land.
This book has everything, tension, suspense, magical creatures, telepathic trees, love and a very strong storyline. If you are looking for a great book to share with your kids, or just fancy treating yourself to a wonderful story, buy Shadowmagic!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A very exciting plot and a lot of good characters. Very imaginative and easy to follow. Newton, aged 9
15 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Conor is a normal teenager, about to graduate from school and enjoying spending time with his girlfriend. He may have an eccentric father who makes him speak ancient languages and teaches him sword fighting but he never really thought much of it. Not until the day that warriors break into his house and try to kill him that is. Soon Conor finds himself held prisoner in a strange new land that he didn't know existed, his father isn't the person Conor thought he was and thanks to a prophecy nearly everyone he meets tries to kill him. Perhaps he isn't quite a normal teenager after all.
I listened to this book as a free podcast found on iTunes, the story is read by the author and was fun to listen to, I enjoyed the author's accents and the way he tells Conor's tale. The plot is fast paced and I was interested to see what would happen next but for some reason I wasn't hooked into the story as much as I expected to be. I was really intrigued by the world of Tir na Nog and the different characters who live there but I would have liked more background information and more character development. It took me 21 days to finish listening to the story as I was happy to settle for 1-2 chapters a day when normally if I'm sucked into a world I'd finish the book within a couple of days, or a week at the most for an audio book.
Although the description calls the novel a story for young adults from 12 to 112 I think it is more suitable for those at the younger end of the scale or perhaps adults who are fairly new to the fantasy genre. I can imagine it would make great bed time reading material for families to read (or even to listen to the podcast) together. I am curious enough that I will pick up the sequel but it isn't one I would be in a rush to get started on. Definitely worth a try if you're looking for a light hearted adventure story though, especially as you can try it for free to see if it is to your taste or not.
I listened to this book as a free podcast found on iTunes, the story is read by the author and was fun to listen to, I enjoyed the author's accents and the way he tells Conor's tale. The plot is fast paced and I was interested to see what would happen next but for some reason I wasn't hooked into the story as much as I expected to be. I was really intrigued by the world of Tir na Nog and the different characters who live there but I would have liked more background information and more character development. It took me 21 days to finish listening to the story as I was happy to settle for 1-2 chapters a day when normally if I'm sucked into a world I'd finish the book within a couple of days, or a week at the most for an audio book.
Although the description calls the novel a story for young adults from 12 to 112 I think it is more suitable for those at the younger end of the scale or perhaps adults who are fairly new to the fantasy genre. I can imagine it would make great bed time reading material for families to read (or even to listen to the podcast) together. I am curious enough that I will pick up the sequel but it isn't one I would be in a rush to get started on. Definitely worth a try if you're looking for a light hearted adventure story though, especially as you can try it for free to see if it is to your taste or not.
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A fun, readable book
I found this book immensely readable. An interesting plot, told with humour and skill. Immediately bought the second book and devoured that too. Waiting for the third!
Published 10 days ago by Lens Fiend
fab, funny and not just for kids
Only downloaded this beacause at the time it was free and it had some good reveiws and am i glad i did! Read more
Published 19 days ago by dizzychicc
wanted to read more
I downloaded it for my 11 year old son. Of course, I had to read it first to make sure that it is appropriate and no bad language. As soon as I started it, I was hooked. Read more
Published 22 days ago by French Bookworm
Brilliant, couldnt put it down!
Just a short review, I'm 19 and didn't think id like it but after my brother(17) read it and told me how much he loved it i read the first couple of chapters, then the next couple... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Gaz
magical
This is a lovely piece following the current fashion for teen fantasy.
Shadowmagic is a very accessible boys own adventure meets the Mabinogion. Read more
Shadowmagic is a very accessible boys own adventure meets the Mabinogion. Read more
Published 4 months ago by D. J. Ketchin
Good read
I really enjoyed this book. It is a standard teenager sucked into fantasy land type thing but the humour is just right and the characters very believable and well written. Read more
Published 6 months ago by M. Slessor
Not Deep, but Good Fun for Young Adults
Conor is a quintessential American teenager, about to graduate from school and looking forward to going out with a girlfriend. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Sir Furboy
thankyou kindle for Shadowmagic
This is a rare and enjoyable find that I wouldnt have had without my brand new Kindle. A wonderful magical world and a great story.Funny sometimes and sad too. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Mrs. Julie Austin
first read.
randomly found this on amazon for my kindle kept popping up. thought hell why not, turned out to be a truly excellent read. Read more
Published 7 months ago by kilocharlie
A fun read and nothing more
This book is fun, fast paced and entertaining. The characters are believable, the fantasy world gains depth as the plot progresses and there even exist a bit of tension. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Addyson Hayden
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