The Last Enchantment

Very insightful trilogy from the perspective of Merlin as he was growing up to when just after seeing Arthur being crowned and some of the troubles in the early part of his kingdom.

This was not the best but it did carry the plot along

Honestly, I thought the first two were fine, stand-alone books, with no need to revisit the saga. This third book does not utilize Geofrey of Monmouth's History of British Kings, but does make reference to the later French Romances of Arthurian lore. This change in foundation does hurt the story, as it loses the original gritty feel, but was inevitable as Geofrey wrote down all the surviving British legends (with his own additions). There simply wasn't anywhere else to look. The characters have a very different feel to them, which will annoy some readers. Having said all that, Mary Stewart wrote superb fiction and I cannot countenance removing two stars from what is otherwise an excellent drama.

As the third novel in Mary Stewart's story of the Arthurian legend it is as good as the others. It is so sad that an author of this scope and talent is no longer with us but we can all rejoice in the knowledge that she was a prolific author and there is a lot out there from her to read. Her ability as a story teller can hardly be challenged and she's at her best here. She has woven an incredibly interesting story around the legend of Arthur and Guinevere and Merlin the Enchanter. Since we know so little about the people of this particular time in history just about any story can be told with some validity but Mary Stewart had done an huge amount of research prior to writing this series of novels. She brings England of the 4th and 5th century alive for me and I have listened to these more than once. Her prose is evocative and descriptive and so very lyric. If you love the Arthurian saga give these novels a try. They're fantastic!

Love the Merlin trilogy. book arrived in good shape and on time. Mary Stewart's Merlin/King Arthur trilogy is well written and wonderful to read.

Book was in fine condition. Thank you!

Having loved the Arthurian legends since I was a small child, this series is turning out to be a wonderful prequel and elaboration, with some surprising details. The author includes some of the actual historical basis regarding how certain cultures moved around the that area of the world, and against each other. The characters are more developed, in a personal way, than any other book I've read on the subject. The story is engrossing, even though I know how it all turns out. At least I think I do.

It's a good book better than number two well I liked it anyway. If your looking for a fantasy book thats more historical and not overdone than this series is pretty good

This is a book. Enjoyed it very much.

After The Crystal Cave and The Hollow Hills this third book of the Arthurian saga has fulfilled my expectations. I was hooked to the last page. I highly recommend this novel.

I first started reading this trilogy in the late 1970s, and I have re-read it at least annually ever since. The whole Arthurian "Matter of Britain" has always fascinated me, and in my opinion this is probably one of the best versions ever told. Yes, it is a legend, mostly pure fantasy, but that really doesn't matter. The people, their emotions, their problems and reactions, are all too human and understandable, even in to-day's world. The writing is superb, flowing, expressive and completely drawing me in to the world Mary Stewart has created. Each time I read it (and I have just finished this year's re-read) it makes me laugh and cry and never fails to enthrall me. I read every single word slowly,like enjoying a good meal, and I never want it to end. The original books are now so tattered I've put it on to my kindle. Definitely my Desert Island books.

This is the 3rd in a series of 4 books about Merlin the Magician and Camelot. All 4 books are simply fantastic reading- so well written, lively and engaging.

The book is in excellent condition and has arrived in good order. Many thanks to the seller!