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Salamander

By: David D. Friedman
Narrated by: Robert Power
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Magister Coelus, the College’s young and brilliant theorist, finally has a student capable of learning theoretical magery at the level at which he can teach it. He invites her to help him with his current research project, which promises to funnel through the hands of one mage more power than any mage has ever had. Ellen, who knows more about both the theory and practice of magic than a first year student should know, refuses, arguing that the Cascade will do more harm than good.

When news of the project reaches Prince Kieron, brother and heir of the king and Royal Master of Mages, he insists that it be completed in secret and employed, if at all, only under royal authority. Word has also reached Lord Iolen, Kieron’s competent, cold-blooded, and ambitious nephew, with his own ideas of how and by whom the Cascade should be used. Ellen and Coelus must together face the conflicting threats and demands of two arrogant and powerful men, the peril posed by the very existence of the Cascade, and their feelings for each other.

Forty years earlier Olver, a founder of the College, took the first steps in converting magery from a craft to a science. It is for his successors to deal with the consequences.

©2011 David Director Friedman (P)2020 David Director Friedman Classics Fantasy Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Magic Metaphysical & Visionary Magic Users Wizardry Royalty Student
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Good story, great for teens - a bit to get going but then lots of fun. Exquisitely read, especially with accents and acting! Looking forward to more from both David Friedman and Robert Power.

Fun book, wonderfully read

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A brilliant and entertaining story. I really enjoyed this book. Expertly read by the narrator. A credit to both the narrator and the author. Highly recommended and worth the purchase.

Highly Recommend

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Great fantasy book about magic. It has a strong female lead and some good plot twists that keep you guessing. Robert Power's engaging narration brings the story to life and makes listening very enjoyable.

Great story, strong female lead & fab narration

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If you loved Harry Potter but wanted more Hogwarts then check this out! Great narration and good pace. Recommended.

If you want to know what happens in a real magic school check this out!

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As much as the story didn’t have me completely gripped, I found the narration by Mr Power to be thoroughly engaging! Fantastic work!

Excellently Narrated

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