The Naming
The Naming by Alison Croggon, published by Candlewick Press in 2006, is a later printing edition comprising 492 pages. This work presents a classic epic fantasy narrative centered on a young girl named Maerad, who discovers her extraordinary gift while navigating the harsh realities of her life as a slave. As she learns about her true identity and destiny, she is drawn into a perilous journey alongside Cadvan, a Bard of Lirigon, against the backdrop of a world threatened by dark forces.
Readers will find a richly woven tale that explores themes of fantasy and magic, action and adventure, as well as imagination and play. The story unfolds in the legendary world of Annar, where Maerad’s journey reveals not only her remarkable abilities but also the complexities of her environment. This edition invites readers to immerse themselves in a beautifully crafted saga that sets the stage for a larger narrative, as it is the first book in a projected quartet.
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In the classic spirit of epic fantasy comes this glittering saga of a young girl who learns she possesses an uncanny gift – and is destined to use it to save her world from a terrifying evil.
Maerad is a slave in a desperate and unforgiving settlement, taken there as a child when her family is destroyed in war. She doesn’t yet know she has inherited a powerful gift, one that marks her as a member of the noble School of Pellinor and enables her to see the world as no other can. It is only when she is discovered by Cadvan, one of the great Bards of Lirigon, that her true identity and extraordinary destiny unfold. Now, she and her mysterious teacher must embark on a treacherous, uncertain journey through a time and place where the forces of darkness wield an otherworldly terror.
The first book in a projected quartet, Alison Croggon’s epic about Maerad and her remarkable yet dangerous gift is a beautiful, unforgettable tale. Presented as a new translation of an ancient text, THE NAMING evokes the rich and complex landscape of Annar, a legendary world just waiting to be discovered.
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