by Jane Yolen
First published 1995
Abandoned at eight, Merlin must unravel the mysteries of his own magic. As he comes of age, dark forces threaten to engulf the kingdom. Merlin races to harness his abilities before it's too late. In this captivating trilogy, one boy's journey to self-discovery could save them all.
Genres: adventure, coming-of-age, fantasy, young-adult
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, coming-of-age
Period: Medieval
446 pages · Paperback · Raven Books