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The Wayward Mage - (Wayward Mages) by Sara Hanover (Paperback)

The Wayward Mage - (Wayward Mages) by  Sara Hanover (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"When her father disappeared into limbo years ago, Tessa's world fell apart. It took her discovery of magic for her to begin to put things back together. But she hasn't been able to restore her father from his ghostly half-existence--and he is fading fast. Magic has a price, and Tessa is learning that it is both steep and deadly. The phoenix wizard who could train her has deserted Tessa. She has friends among the Iron dwarves and harpies, even a lesser demon, and the mysterious Malender with his sinister whip of thorns and fire. But she is still faced with a delicate balancing act. Then her mother incurs the wrath of the magical world when she writes a dissertation exposing its reality. That is the final straw, as Magic fights back and an assassin accepts a contract on their lives. Tessa must learn to master her new powers as a sorceress, or everyone and everything she loves is doomed"--<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>The third book in this contemporary fantasy series returns to the life of Tessa Andrews as she balances the magical and mundane worlds.</b> <p/>When her father disappeared into limbo years ago, Tessa's world fell apart. It took her discovery of magic for her to begin to put things back together. But she hasn't been able to restore her father from his ghostly half-existence--and he is fading fast. <p/>Magic has a price, and Tessa is learning that it is both steep and deadly. The phoenix wizard who could train her has deserted Tessa. She has friends among the Iron dwarves and harpies, even a lesser demon, and the mysterious Malender with his sinister whip of thorns and fire. But she is still faced with a delicate balancing act. <p/>Then her mother incurs the wrath of the magical world when she writes a dissertation exposing its reality. That is the final straw, as Magic fights back and an assassin accepts a contract on their lives. Tessa must learn to master her new powers as a sorceress, or everyone and everything she loves is doomed.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><b>Praise for Wayward Mages</b> <p/>"Hanover showcases her boundless imagination with <b>creative twists, outsized villains, and dynamic, magical protagonists.</b>" --<i>Publishers Weekly</i> <p/>Sara Hanover knows her way around the written word.... I absolutely loved this book. I can't wait to buy a copy and put it on my bookshelf. Hanover is <b>now on my list of 'must buy'</b>. --Galleywampus <p/>With so many fantasy books for young adults coming out, it's easy to find repetitions of the same magic systems. But Hanover's story <b>follows its own rules</b>, and it stands out from most of the others. --Culturess <p/>There is <b>a highly creative mind</b> behind the pen, and I look forward to any subsequent novel by this author. --Koeur's Book Reviews <p/>There's plenty of <b>action, mystery, and family drama</b> to be had within this book to make you wanting more. --Pass Me That Book <p/><i>The Late Great Wizard</i> is <b>a fun adventure</b> and a nice opener to an interesting world.... If you enjoy a little magic in your reads, <i>The Late Great Wizard</i> is a fun ride. --Game Vortex<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Sara Hanover </b>lives with a hoard of books, rather like a dragon, and works on improving her imagination daily. She loves plot twists and cats, family and crispy autumn leaves, traveling and good food. She thanks her parents for supporting her first efforts in writing, and her husband for continuing to encourage her, along with the many good people at DAW Books.

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