The Light-Bearer's Daughter

by O.R. Melling

I am big fan of the first book of this trilogy, Hunter's Moon. The Light-Bearer's Daughter, however, seems to be aimed at a younger crowd. Nonetheless, it is a good read. Dana, a twelve year-old who has never known her mother, is sent on a quest through the land of Faerie. Irish folklore is incorporated well into this modern book, and I recommend it for all ages, boys and girls. 4 out of 5 stars.

This trilogy, consisting of Hunter's Moon, The Summer King, and The Light-Bearer's Daughter, can be read in any order.

Attention, fans of the Inheritance Series by Christopher Paolini.


Christopher Paolini recently released the title and cover of Book Three of the Inheritance Series. Book Three is to be title Brisingr, and will be released at 12:01am on September 20th, 2008. It is likely that many book sellers will throw midnight parties in honor of its release.


Paolini also announced that the series will consist of 4 books, as opposed to the formerly planned 3. He stated that in order to finish Brisingr well, he killed off a main character.


We look forward to the book's release!

The Princess and the Hound

by Mette Ivie Harrison

Prince George is the heir to the throne of Kendel, a land where 'animal magic' is feared and rejected. People who possess animal magic can speak to animals, but hide their abilities for fear of being burnt at the stake. Prince George is one such person. At seventeen, his is arranged to marry Princess Beatrice of Sarey, a reclusive and strange girl. She goes no where without her hound by her side, and she hides a secret no one could guess at.

I looked forward to reading this book, but was rather disappointed when I did. While the plot had a lot of potential, the characters fell flat and the writing stlye seemed awkward. A good read for both kids and teens, I give it 2 1/2 out of 5 stars.