The Wizards of Once
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.72 (969 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1478922737 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 109 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-01-02 |
| Language | : | English |
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But Xar, son of the King of Wizards, can't cast a single spell. And Wish, daughter of the Warrior Queen, has a banned magical object of her own. When they collide in the wildwood, on the trail of a deadly witch, it's the start of a grand adventure that just might change the fabric of their worlds.With Cressida Cowell's trademark wit, and the same stunning combination of action, adventure, humor, heart, and incredible artwork that made How to Train Your Dragon a beloved bestselling franchise, The Wizards of Once will transport and enchant readers.. Once there were Wizards, who were Magic, and Warriors, who were not. In the first book of a new series by the internationally bestselling author of How to Train Your Dragon, the warring worlds of Wizards and Warriors collide in a thrilling and enchanting adventure
Cowell fans will be elated to have a new world to get to know, and they'll welcome the author's familiar writing style and humor."BCCB"One of the most eagerly awaited children's books of the year, this magical adventure is also one of the most spellbinding.Enormously entertaining and satisfying, it's narrated and illustrated with tangible energy and verve. The fantasy world and quest-driven plot are a triumph."The Bookseller (UK)"Cowell crafts two believable and lovable main charactersA strong new series starter by a best-selling author."School Library JournalPraise for How to Trai
Allison Kuta said Excited for another Cressida Cowell series!. My 11yo 6th grader is an avid reader. Here is her review:--- "Xar and Wish don't fit in. Xar is a mischievous Wizard Prince with no magic, but he's intent on getting some by stealing it from a witch - the worst magical creature to ever walk the Earth! And Wish is a Warrier Princess who is is weak, plain and kinda u. Liat"Predictable and easy read for late elementary to middle school readers." according to Liat2768. My sons loved the entire 'How to train your Dragon' series and when I saw that Cowell was beginning a completely new fantasy series with 'The Wizards of Once' I was sure they would be thrilled as well.My younger son humored his parent and read the book and tried to let me down gently. 'It's ok' he muttered 'but not. 768 said Predictable and easy read for late elementary to middle school readers.. My sons loved the entire 'How to train your Dragon' series and when I saw that Cowell was beginning a completely new fantasy series with 'The Wizards of Once' I was sure they would be thrilled as well.My younger son humored his parent and read the book and tried to let me down gently. 'It's ok' he muttered 'but not. Emily J. Morris said Awesome. That's the best word I can come up with.. There's always something magical whimsy and quirk do to a story. Ms. Cowell as once again mastered the art of this in a riveting new novel/beginning of a new series that was a heck of a one-sit-read for me. In a wild flourish of creativity and adventure, she weaves a truly awesome tale that just may trump anything