The Novice (Black Magician Trilogy, #2)
by Trudi Canavan
The Novice by Trudi Canavan holds a highly rated rating of 4.07 out of 5, based on 32.9K reader ratings. First published in 2002. The book spans 577 pages.
About The Novice
"Even if a magician's powers surface of their own accord, he will soon be dead if he does not gain the knowledge of how to control them." Alone among all the novices in the Magicians' Guild, only Sonea comes from lowly beginnings. Yet she has won powerful allies—including Lord Dannyl, newly promoted to Guild Ambassador. But Dannyl must now depart for the Elyne court, leaving Sonea at the mercy of the lies and malicious rumors her enemies are busy spreading ... until the High Lord Akkarin steps in. The price of Akkarin's support is dear, however, because Sonea, in turn, must protect his mysteries and a secret that could lead a young novice mage deep into the darkness. Meanwhile, Dannyl's first order to resume High Lord Akkarin's long abandoned research into ancient magical knowledge is setting him on an extraordinary journey fraught with unanticipated peril as he moves ever-closer to a future both wondrous ... and terrible.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Trudi Canavan |
| Published | 2002 |
| Pages | 577 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Romance |
| Average Rating | 4.07 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 32,944 |
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What genre is The Novice?
The Novice is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Novice worth reading?
Based on 32.9K reader ratings, The Novice has an average score of 4.07 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Novice?
The Novice has 577 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Novice?
The Novice was written by Trudi Canavan. It was first published in 2002.
What is the ISBN for The Novice?
The ISBN-13 for The Novice is 9781841493140.0.
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