Kelcie Murphy and the Race for the Reaper's Key
Kelcie Murphy and the Race for the Reaper's Key
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St. Martin's Press
Just the Series: Academy for the Unbreakable Arts Vol. 3   

Series and Publisher: Academy for the Unbreakable Arts   

Annotation: The epic and action-packed conclusion to the Kelcie Murphy series is here! Monsters Rise. Enemies Gather. The Never-endi... more
 
Reviews: 2
Catalog Number: #393152
Format: Publisher's Hardcover
Copyright Date: 2024
Edition Date: 2024 Release Date: 09/10/24
Pages: 388 pages
ISBN: 1-250-20837-8
ISBN 13: 978-1-250-20837-8
Dewey: Fic
LCCN: 2024023874
Dimensions: 22 cm.
Language: English
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Kirkus Reviews

Freed at last, evil King Balor makes his move against the long-divided Lands of Summer and Winter in this climactic Celtic-inspired series closerReaders may well wonder how the two fiannas, or bands of student warriors-led by light-skinned Kelcie on the Summer side and by "ruddy brown" Lexis on Winter's-are ever going to overcome Balor. As fiendishly powerful and clever as he is, Balor spends most of this story forcing or tricking them into doing his bidding while sending monsters out on successful diversionary attacks. Still, the young folk have a hard-won ability to work together as well as the advantage of being on the side of right. And so, along with rescuing one another from his onslaughts of kelpies, spider-trow, fire foxes, bane bats, and other terrors, they're able at last to find a way to close the Abyss separating the Lands and bring the Never-Ending War to a decisive close. Despite plenty of fighting, Kelcie suffers few personally meaningful losses. By the end, Kelcie, who's at the head of a sprawling fantasy cast of diverse species, not only renews relationships with both of her immortal parents but at last exchanges a sweet kiss with her royal anam cara ("soul friend"), Niall, wrapping events up in a way that will satisfy returning fans.A tidy resolution for a derivative but adventuresome trilogy. (glossary)(Fantasy. 9-12)

School Library Journal (Sun Dec 01 00:00:00 CST 2024)

Gr 5 Up— Imagine being banished from your beloved school and then facing the threat of being removed from your family. Kelcie Murphy and her band of warriors are in a race to save the Lands of Summer and help bring an end to the Never Ending War. Perfecting one's underdeveloped magic skills while training to be a spy is a challenge under the best of circumstances, but when time is of the essence, the added pressure can be intense. Characters with elemental powers like telekinesis, sparking, and the ability to drop air ropes will engage readers looking for sorcery and adventure. The third in the "The Academy for the Unbreakable Arts" series, this title is a great choice for students who enjoy otherworldly dimensions filled with immortal creatures, unbeatable swords, mysterious portals, and traveling eyes. A helpful glossary of terms is included to guide readers through the unfamiliar Celtic terms and concepts. VERDICT If you have avid fantasy readers who love a challenge or were fans of the first two books, add to your collection.

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School Library Journal (Sun Dec 01 00:00:00 CST 2024)
Reading Level: 5.0
Interest Level: 4-7

The epic and action-packed conclusion to the Kelcie Murphy series is here! Monsters Rise. Enemies Gather. The Never-ending War rages on. Kelcie Murphy and her friends are determined to stop the war, once and for all. But with monsters attacking the Lands of Summer and Winter, peace seems more out of reach than ever. And deep in the Abyss, an ancient evil, once thought defeated, is preparing an apocalyptic attack. There is only one person who can stop him: his heir, Kelcie herself. Also by Erika Lewis The Academy for the Unbreakable Arts Kelcie Murphy and the Academy for the Unbreakable Arts Kelcie Murphy and the Hunt for the Heart of Danu Kelcie Murphy and the Race for the Reaper's Key


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