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Silver on the Tree

by Susan Cooper

Book Details

Publisher:Simon and Schuster
Published:2010-05-11
Pages:368
Format:BOOK
Language:en
ISBN:9780689849183

Reading Info

Age Range:6-10

About This Book

This is the fifth and last book in "The Dark Is Rising" sequence. The Dark is rising in its last and greatest bid to control the world. The servants of the light: Will Stanton, the last of the Old Ones, the mysterious Professor Merriman, and the strange albino Welsh boy, Bran, are helped by three ordinary children in this last desperate battle.

Our Review

This epic conclusion to a beloved fantasy series brings together all the key characters for one final, desperate battle between the forces of Light and Dark. Young readers who have followed Will Stanton's journey as the last of the Old Ones will be thrilled to see him join forces with Merriman, the mysterious Bran, and three ordinary children in a quest that spans the magical landscapes of Wales. The stakes have never been higher as ancient prophecies unfold and the fate of the world hangs in the balance, creating a truly immersive reading experience for middle grade fantasy enthusiasts.

What makes this fantasy adventure particularly compelling is how it weaves Arthurian legends with contemporary characters, allowing readers to see themselves in both the magical and ordinary heroes. Children who have grown with the series will appreciate how previous storylines converge, while the clear battle between good and evil provides satisfying moral clarity for this age group. The rich mythological tapestry and high-stakes adventure will keep young readers turning pages until the very end, leaving them with a profound sense of wonder about the magic that might exist just beyond our everyday perception.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction