Books of Faerie: Auberon's tale, by Bronwyn Carlton and John Ney Reiber. New York: DC Comics, 1999.

ISBN: 978-1563895029

Annotation: Well-developed characters, clever dialogue, and a fast-paced plot full of double-crosses, epic battles, and magic will make this popular with any fantasy fan.

Illustrations: pen and ink, digital color

4Q/5P

Book trailer URL: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0CLLkln7Qbs&feature=channel

DM 7/13/09

Carlton, B., & Rieber, J. N. (1999). The books of faerie: Auberon's tale. New York, NY: DC Comics.

ISBN:  1563895021

Art: Beautifully portrayed color ink and watercolor drawings.

Genre and Themes: Fiction, Fantasy, Adventure

Age Range: Grades 9 -12

What the book is about:  In a richly created world ruled by the upper-class faerie race, the death of the king causes upheaval, betrayal, and war.  Auberon is the young heir to the throne who must decide what kind of leader he wishes to become.

Notes: This book is part of the Books of Magic series. Due to portrayals of magic, there may be some controversy regarding this book.

Rating: P4/Q4

JMB 05/06/08