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Title: The Seven Songs of Merlin
Subtitle: The Lost Years of Merlin, Book Two
Author: T.A. Barron
Narrator: Kevin Isola
Format: Unabridged
Length: 9 hrs and 57 mins
Language: English
Release date: 04-07-04
Publisher: Listening Library
Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 152 votes
Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13
Publisher's Summary:
Merlin's sole hope of saving his mother's life is to master the Seven Songs of Wisdom passed down from the greatest wizard Fincayra has ever known, Merlin's grandfather, Tuatha. Only then can he voyage to the Otherworld of the spirits and obtain the precious Elixir of Dagda. Yet to do that, he must first succeed where even Tuatha failed, by defeating Balor, the ogre whose merest glance means death. Even more difficult, Merlin must discover the secret of seeing not with his eyes, but with his heart.
Critic Reviews:
"Spellbinding...readers will relish not only the action and the well-crafted setting but also Merlin's growth from a callow youth to a wiser, more caring wizard-in-training." (Booklist)
"Merlin is a combination of pride, bravery, and recklessness, qualities narrator Kevin Isola conveys in every nuance of his voice....A fine performance." (AudioFile)
Members Reviews:
A Book for 12 Year Olds
I loved this book when I was young, but listening to it now.... I found the main character to be insufferably whiny and arrogant, and stupid. It was a 180 from his character in the first book. That boy wouldn't have made these foolish choices, and it felt like he was dumbed down in the service of the plot. Also, the "comic relief" was neither comic nor relief. It felt like we were supposed to laugh at his expense, and that made me feel uncomfortable. Merlin spent much of the story humiliating and teasing the guy. It was a bit mean-spirited, so I found myself unable to enjoy it.
One thing I liked was Rhea's character, and that she didn't end up being a love interest. That was a nice break from the otherwise clichéd story. I was young when I first read it, and the clichés didn't bother me then. Now, I'm too experienced to not wince when I see them.
The Story and the Narrator are AMAZING!
I know that a few of the other reviewers are not fans of Kevin Isola's performance, but I thought he was fantastic. He breathed life into this story that the previous narrator did not in the first book. The story itself is rich with wonder, emotion, and humor. I have owned this series for many years, and have read it many times over. I love T.A. Barron's ability to weave a story. I have loved these and his other books since childhood, and will far into old age.
Excellent!!
I've loved these books since the first time I read them. I was worried after reading some reviews concerning the narrator's performance, but I was quite happy with it, overall. He's no Jim Dale or Stephen Fry, but very good in his own rights.
The man that reads these books is amazing.
Where does The Seven Songs of Merlin rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far?
Wonderful, I close my eyes and I'm there. I'm thinking these were written for younger folk, but I'm 74 and love them. Merlin is a snotty boy of 13 which is very believable. And Reea is a more mature thoughtful 13. Just like real life. ;) I have trouble with reading for long periods of time, so love to just sit and listen, Just love the Lost Years of Merlin series.
What other book might you compare The Seven Songs of Merlin to and why?
Herry Potter, but not the first one. I love Herry Potter too. Like these just as much.
Which scene was your favorite?
When Merlin finds out that getting what you want isn't always good.
