Discover the origins of the world’s greatest wizard.Before Camelot. Before legend. There was a boy who would become Merlin.
Shipwrecked on a remote island with no name and no memory, young Emrys begins a journey to uncover his magic, his destiny, and the truth of who he is. As he explores a land shaped by mystery and ancient forces, he learns that his fate is bound to the land itself.
Guided by a mysterious stag and a fearless friend, Emrys confronts dark powers, hidden secrets, and the strength growing within him. This coming-of-age fantasy blends magic, adventure, and wonder in a story that speaks to readers discovering fantasy for the first time as well as longtime fans of the genre.
The Lost Years is Book One of T. A. Barron’s internationally bestselling
Merlin Saga, a series that has captivated millions of readers worldwide. Step into the legend and discover where Merlin’s story truly begins.
T. A. Barron is the award-winning author of fantasy novels such as
The Lost Years of Merlin epic—soon to be a major motion picture. He serves on a variety of environmental and educational boards including The Nature Conservancy and The Land and Water Fund of the Rockies, and is the founder of a national award for heroic children. Following a life-changing decision to leave a successful business career to write full-time in 1990, Barron has written seventeen books, but is happiest when on the mountain trails with his wife, Currie, and their five children.
“A novel rich with magic.”
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The New York Times Book Review
“Brilliant first volume . . . an intense and profoundly spiritual adventure.”
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Lloyd Alexander, Newbery Medal–winning author of
The Chronicles of Prydain
“An extraordinary journey of mind, body, and spirit, for both Merlin and ourselves.”
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Madeleine L’Engle, author of
A Wrinkle in Time, and winner of the Newbery Medal
“Fans who have followed young Merlin through his many adventures will still enjoy trekking with him.”
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The Horn Book
