Thomcat
2/2/2025
Almost feels like two stories, with the second ending all in a rush. Unlike most middle-series books, has a definitive end - but then the third book of the series was published 49 years after this one!
The first half is a good story, with Colin trying to save Susan. As before, this is map-driven and connected with contemporary magic. I love how the Old Magic is a big part of the tale.
The title and the back cover description both cover what happens halfway through the book - the kick off of the second story as it were. This leaves the pit of the first story behind and wends through Welsh historical magic. Unfortunately, it also ends all in a rush.
The result, for me, is a rating slightly below that of The Weirdstone of Brisingamen. Looking forward to reading the third, and more books by Garner also.