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Overview

Part of the 8-book Tamora Pierce reissue for Fall 2006, this title in the Circle of Magic quartet features spellbinding new cover art. Coincides with the release of WILL OF THE EMPRESS in trade pb.

Four elements of power, four mages-in-training learning to control them. In Book 4 of the Circle of Magic Quartet, former "street rat" Briar leads a comfortable life at Winding Circle Temple, learning plant magic from his teacher Rosethorn. But street kids are still his friends, and when one of them gets sick, she turns to Briar for help. As the mysterious illness spreads, Sandry, Daja, and Tris join Briar and their teachers to fight the epidemic. But just as the situation improves, the unthinkable happens. Will Briar be able to save what he loves most?

Briar, a young mage-in-training, and his teacher Rosethorn must use their magic to fight a deadly plague that is ravaging Summersea.

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Former "street rat" Briar Moss grows into a fine mage-in-training under the caring tutelage of Rosethorn. However, when a mysterious illness quickly sweeps through the city of Summersea all of their herbal remedies and even their magic proves ineffective. The plot of this fantasy novel reads in part like a medical mystery as the apprentice mages race with their masters to develop a cure before more lives are lost, including the infected Rosethorn. The author deftly creates a fantastical world while weaving in drama that seems all too realistic for our day and age. Young people growing up in the age of AIDS (as well as other illnesses) can find much to relate to in this tale of a dangerous plague. This extremely well written fantasy offers much more than simple escapism.
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It has been almost a year since Briar, Tris, Sandry, and Daja came to live at Winding Circle Temple. In that time they have learned a great deal about themselves and the magic they all hold. By combining their talents, the four have overcome earthquakes, raiders, and forest fire. In this fourth and final volume in the Circle of Magic series, it is Briar's turn to feature as the main protagonist as he and his friends face yet another even more threatening foe: plague. Even the most powerful healers in the kingdom have never seen this plague before. Briar and his guardian, Rosethorn, are enlisted to help in distilling the essence of the pox from hundreds of patient samples in hopes of finding an antidote. Even though utmost care is taken, Rosethorn is accidentally exposed to the pox. When she comes down with the plague, everyone, especially Briar, is devastated. Rosethorn has been the anchor in Briar's life ever since he came to Winding Circle. When she succumbs to the disease, Briar is determined to bring her back. Magically, he anchors his essence in the world of the living and crosses over into the world of the dead. Without Tris, Sandry, and Daja to hold onto him, Briar would also be lost, but with their help he is ultimately able to find Rosethorn and convince her to return. Pierce continues to put forth excellent work. Her detailed settings are fascinating, and her knack for establishing powerful relationships between her characters is unrivaled. A book about the intricacies of a plague has the potential to be tedious, but that never happens here. Readers will be drawn in from the very first, in this satisfying ending to an excellent series. VOYA Codes: 5Q 5P M J S (Hard to imagine it being better written, Every YA (who reads) was dying to read it yesterday, Middle School-defined as grades 6 to 8, Junior High-defined as grades 7 to 9 and Senior High-defined as grades 10 to 12).
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Gr 5-8-In the fourth book of Tamora Pierce's series (Scholastic, 1999), we follow the continuing adventures of four young mages in training: Tris, Sandry, Daja, and Briar. Each has a different magical talent, and Briar's is his ability to tap into the life energy of plants. The story begins with Briar's discovery that Flick, a friend from his past as a street urchin, has contracted an unusual illness. The disease spreads and before long becomes a plague. When Briar's beloved teacher, Rosethorn, contracts the illness, it becomes a race against time as Briar and the others struggle to find a cure. The author serves as narrator and the story is fleshed out with the many voices of a full cast production. Pierce reads her work in a slow and serious tone appropriate to the story, but some listeners might become frustrated with the pace. The other voice actors do their parts justice, but occasionally sound forced as they tackle some of Pierce's dialogue. As listeners are drawn into the production and caught up in the tension of the story, however, these minor problems become unimportant. The story stands well enough on its own for those unfamiliar with the previous titles in the series, but the emotional stakes are raised for those already acquainted with Briar. A good addition for audiobook collections, particularly those with the previous titles already on their shelves.-Jenna Innes, Grande Prairie Public Library, Alberta, Canada Copyright 2005 Reed Business Information.
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...[A] powerful, believable account of a plague, its early spread and the desperate search for a cure using both magic and scientific methods.

Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780590554114
  • Publisher: Scholastic, Inc.
  • Publication date: 3/28/2000
  • Format: Mass Market Paperback
  • Edition description: 1ST
  • Pages: 258
  • Sales rank: 137,765
  • Age range: 12 - 14 Years
  • Lexile: 0730L (what's this?)
  • Series: Circle of Magic Series, #4
  • Product dimensions: 4.20 (w) x 6.76 (h) x 0.75 (d)

Meet the Author

Tamora Pierce
Tamora Pierce


Best-selling fantasy author Tammy Pierce has written over twenty novels for young readers, including the well-loved Protector of the Small and Circle of Magic quartets. A former radio actress, Tammy has a special affinity for audiobooks, and loves being back in front of the microphone to work with Full Cast Audio. She lives in Manhattan with her husband, (spouse-creature) writer/filmmaker Tim Liebe, and their three cats, two parakeets, plus a floating population of rescued wildlife.

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  • Posted August 10, 2009

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    My favorite in the series

    This my personal favorite of the four books in the series. I found it very entertaining & a fabulous read for both young people & adults alike.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted May 4, 2006

    AMAZING

    It drew me in from just the cover, i think I almost cried it was so good, after I was just itching for the next book!!!!!! MUST READ!!!!!!!!

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted May 2, 2004

    good stuff

    of all the books i have read by tamora pierce, i must say that this is my favorite. it makes you think, which is one thing that makes the circle of magic quartet my favorite by her. some of her newer books have been severly lacking this important quality, so it's good to go back to the basics.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 5, 2004

    Tomora Pierce

    Pierce is a really good author. I have read all of her books and reccomed then to others. I look forward to reading more of her books.

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted November 12, 2003

    WONDERFUL , WONDERFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I LOVED THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!!!!!Briar is my favorite and I just Love Tamora Pierce!!!!!! READ IT BREATH IT BE IT!!!!!! Or as Briar would say Stick yur neb in it...

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  • Anonymous

    Posted June 2, 2003

    Needs more stars

    Since Brair is my favorite mage, it really helped mage this book good. Thanks, Tamora Pierce!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted May 24, 2012

    Hd

    A mottled brown shecat padded in, and waited.

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  • Posted February 4, 2012

    Highly recommended

    This series is awesome!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 28, 2012

    Okay

    Okay

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  • Posted September 27, 2011

    LOVE it

    it is so goood!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 21, 2002

    AN EMOTIONAL AND FAST-PACED BOOK

    The last book of Tamora Pierces Circle of Magic Quartet finally features theif-boy, Briar. Briar has mixed feelings about seeing his old self slipping away, so finds joy each week in accompanying his teacher, Rosethorn, to the poorest section of Summersea, the Mire. There the former street rat can spend the day with street rats his own age, until the outbreak of a plague. Briar's friends are busy with other tasks to help the sick, while he and Rosethorn feverishly work to find a cure to what is being called the Blue Pox. As they get closer to the cure, Rosethorn, the only person Briar has ever really loved, comes down with the Blue Pox herself. Briar and his friends desparately attempt to get Rosethorn, and themselves, though this alive. Unlike the other books of the series, this one takes a different approach. The author explores deeper into human emotion that will have the reader crying and laughing with what may very well be called the best book of the series. With its end, the reader will be eager to start the follow-up series, The Circle Opens.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted June 18, 2001

    This is a VERY good book.

    I have read the other three books in the Circle of Magic quartet. But my favorite out of them all was Brair's book. I liked it because it was exciting, and I loved the ending.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted September 1, 2002

    Outstanding!!!

    This book was marvelous! OUt of all of the 4 young mages I must say briar is my favorite. I picked up this book and could never put it down!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted November 20, 2001

    I can't wait!!

    This whole series is so good. I love magic and secrets and elements. All the stories Peirce writes are good.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 26, 2001

    SO AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!

    This book is so great!!!!!!!!!! The ending is so thrilling!!!!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 12, 2001

    If you read any book this year read this book and the quaret with it

    This is an awesome book, it is one of the best book series I have read in a long long time. When I finished I felt as if I had lost a great friend of mine, which is an excellent reason to read. Read the series, Circle of Magic; Sandry's book, Tris's book, Daja book, and Briars book.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 25, 2000

    This Book RULES!!!!

    It's great conclusion to the series! Seriously, everyone has to read this!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 6, 2000

    Cool Book

    A boook for people who like magic and fantasy

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  • Anonymous

    Posted July 4, 2000

    READ THIS!!!!!

    I thought this book was awsome! It's probably the most complex book in the series. It has lots of action. A definate read!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted June 29, 2000

    Great book!!!

    Briar's Book is probably one of the best books in the series. Although Briar is mentioned as sort-of an annoying boy in the other books he's a lot more sincere in this book. Although he's sincere in the book he still has the fun annoying quality. I just finished the first book of The Song of the Lioness series and thought it was great. Keep writing great books Tamora!

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