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Critical acclaim from 1963: "It is not only powerful but remarkably sophisticated." The Guardian "Weird and marvellously evocative tale of Celtic mysteries, elves, spirits and strange presences felt, mingled to make high adventure for Colin and Susan -- and peril for Susan. It is a timeless story, full of wonder and magic, terror and beauty. A fine author indeed, and perhaps one of a new generation of classics." Books and Bookmen
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Enthralling sequel to The Weirdstone of Brisingamen
It is the Eve of Gomrath – the night of the year when the Old Magic is aroused. Had Colin and Susan known this, they would never have lighted a fire on the Beacon, thereby releasing the uncontrollable ferocity of the Wild Hunt. Soon they are inextricably caught up in the struggle between their friend, the Wizard Cadellin, and the evil Morrigan.
The strength of their courage will determine whether or not they survive the awaiting ordeal…
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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I was sixteen when I first read this book, which turned out to be the sequel to another - the Weirdstone of Brisingamen - which I later read to see what I had missed.
This is the most haunting, lyrical and beautiful of children's novels. The subject matter is deeply influenced by Celtic mythology, but by introducing it into a modern setting the story gains a resonance and power that is often missing from the 'strange tale in a strange land' fantasy commonplace.
One of the best children's novels ever written.
18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
When I was at school, our art teacher used to read us a chapter of this per lesson - halfway though the book I found I was unable to wait a week for the resolution to a particularly cliff-hanging chapter, and dragged my mother to the shops to buy the book for myself. Even as an adult, this is one of my favourite books. Living within easy reach of Alderley Edge is a bonus. I heartily recommend any of Alan Garner's books to anyone.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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Amazon claims that this CD is for 4-8 year olds. It is not. The Moon of Gomrath, and its predecessor The Wierdstone of Brisinghamen, are probably best suited to 10-14 year olds. I first read them 30 years ago and the darkness of them still lurks in the corners of my memory. They are powerful, well-crafted books that hang in the mind but they are definitely not for 4 year olds even if they don't have to read it themselves.
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So you have read The Weirdstone of Brisingamen?
A great sequel to the wonderful The Weirdstone of Brisingamen. I suggest that you read the Alan Garner books in the sequence he wrote them. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Christopher Bailey
Suitable for ages..?
In Alan Garner's books, evil is - well, evil. He doesn't go in for caricature wickedness: it's genuinely dark. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Shivari
not quite as strong as "Weirdstone"
The Moon of Gomrath by Alan Garner is the second of "The Alderley Tales". The first of which I have also reviewed. Read more
Published on 10 July 2009 by Shutsumon
Another Excellent book from a master
Excellent, extremely well written, for young and old a like, what else can I say.
Published on 28 Sep 2007 by P. J. Tweedie
The Suns and Moons of Gomrath
'The Moon of Gomrath' is the wild magical sequel to 'The Weirdstone of Brisingamen', set in Alderley Edge in Cheshire of the present day but harking back to the days of Middlearth. Read more
Published on 30 May 2003 by Michael JR Jose
Excellent
It is refreshing to remember that before television had assumed its current unassailable ascendancy, when children still had imaginations, there were great writers creating... Read more
Published on 4 Jan 2002
In a similar class to the Hobbit, fantasy before its time.
I read this book first as a child more than twenty years ago, and was enthralled. It awakened by interest in fantasy literature and I will always hold it's author in high respect... Read more
Published on 10 Mar 2001
outstanding!
one of the few out of the many many books I read as I child that I still remember and still think is wonderful. Read more
Published on 20 Nov 1999
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