The Novice

The Novice: Book 2 of the Black Magician

Fiction & Poetry, Modern & Contemporary Fiction, Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror , Science Fiction & Fantasy
Paperback Published on: 04/03/2010
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The Novice
spectacular sequel
This is a brilliant sequel to the Magician's Guild. Sonea has been accepted into the magician's guild to help control her immense powers but when all your ... READ MORE
Dani

Synopsis

Following The Magicians' Guild comes the second book in the phenomenally popular Black Magician Trilogy, from international No. 1 bestselling author Trudi Canavan

*Over 3 million Trudi Canavan copies sold worldwide*

Imardin is a city of dark intrigues and deadly politics, where those who wield magic wield power. Into this established order has blundered a young street-girl with extraordinary magical gifts. Adopted by the Magicians' Guild, her life is changed forever - but for better or for worse?

Sonea knew that she'd face a tough time training within the Magicians' Guild but she little realised the level of animosity she would face from her fellow novices. The sons and daughters of the most powerful families in the realm, her classmates seem determined to see her fail - at whatever cost. But in accepting the protection of the guild's high lord, Sonea may have embraced an even bleaker fate. For High Lord Akkarin harbours a secret that is far darker than his magician's robes.

Praise for Trudi Canavan:

'Epic, vivid and believable'Guardian

'It's easy to see why Trudi Canavan's novels so often make the bestseller lists. Her easy, flowing style makes for effortless reading . . . Delightful worldbuilding . . . Vivid and enjoyable'SFX

'The world-building is tremendous. The magical system is sophisticated and fascinating'Striking Keys

'A suspenseful masterpiece . . . will have fans desperate for the sequel'RT Book Reviews

'Superb . . . an enthralling tapestry of a book that's hard to put down'Fantasy Faction

The Black Magician Trilogy:
The Magicians' Guild
The Novice
The High Lord

*Have you tried Trudi Canavan's stunning new series, Millennium's Rule? It starts with the Sunday Times bestselling THIEF'S MAGIC*

  • Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
  • ISBN: 9781841499611
  • Number of pages: 592
  • Weight: 405g
  • Dimensions: 196 x 130 x 37 mm

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The Novice
Fantastic
A fantastic read and a great series
Youings
The Novice
Love this series!
Never tires. Easy to get trapped in the story.
Lieselotte Goessens
The Novice
Can't wait to read on . . . .
I bought this second installment after reading the first and I was gripped again to the story, The characters are well developed, I particularly like the t... READ MORE
pixc
The Novice
Brilliant
If you like fantasy books, you're sure to enjoy Ms Canavan's first trilogy "The Black Magician". Easy to read and keeps you hooked until the end! I read th... READ MORE
Mrs Bewsher
The Novice
Aweseome sauce
This book is a vast improvement on the first book in the trilogy. As you read you begin to have a great respect for Trudi, as if you read the books in orde... READ MORE
Dan Hilton
The Novice
Better than Pringles!
These books are fantastic, I find myself reading all 3 in one week as I cannot put them down! While, honestly, I have found other books have a better story... READ MORE
Joski
The Novice
Amazing!
The Novice is a great improvement on The Magicians Guild, which had some story killing pacing problems. The story starts with Sonea starting her first year... READ MORE
JoeS