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| The Phoenix Endangered: Book Two of the Enduring Flame (Unabridged) | 
 enlarge | Author: Mallory, Mercedes, James Lackey
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In The Phoenix Endangered, second in The Enduring Flame, Tiercel, a budding High Mage, and Harrier, a reluctant Knight-Mage, develop greater power—and learn of the evils of war when they see the devastation caused by the fanatical armies of the Wild Mage Bisochim. The desert tribespeople led by young Shaiara flee Bisochim’s evil, seeking a legendary oasis deep in the desert—a refuge that may hold the key to stopping Bisochim and preserving the Balance between Light and Darkness . . . or that may be the cause of Light’s ultimate downfall.
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 The Quest Continues November 18, 2008
5 out of 7 found this review helpful
The Phoenix Endangered (2008) is the second fantasy novel in The Enduring Flame series, following The Phoenix Unchained. In the previous volume, Tiercel Rolfort became the first High Mage since the Great Flowering. Harrier Gillian went with him to find a Wildmage to soothe or, at least, explain his terrible dreams of the Lake of Fire. After many adventures, Harrier found himself being chosen by the Wild Magic as the first Knight-Mage since Kellen the Poor Orphan Boy.
In this novel, Harrier is rather irritated with Kareta. Since she had brought him the three books of Wild Magic, the unicorn had not stopped nagging him about reading them and about practicing the spells. Kareta is surely beautiful, but she is just so pushy. Harrier just doesn't really see himself as a Wildmage, much less as a Knight-Mage.
Tiercel is happy in the bond with Ancaladar Star-Crowned and it does help with his magic. Ancaladar is so powerful that Tiercel can do just about any magic by drawing upon the dragon's resources. Ancaladar is also mentoring him in his studies. Their only problem is the shortage of time. It takes decades of training to become a master mage and they probably only have a year or two.
They are leaving the Elven Lands and will be crossing Pelashia's Veil in a few sennights. They stocked up on supplies and equipment in Karahelanderialigor and will pick up more supplies at Blackrowan Farm. After that they must find villages and towns to restock their supplies.
In this story, they cross the Veil and the very next night Tiercel has another vision of the woman at the Lake of Fire. He wakes up everyone else with his shouts. Then Harrier finally starts reading his magic books. Of course, he doesn't admit that to Kareta.
Kareta points out that Harrier also needs to practice his weapon skills. Harrier rebuts her argument by stating that he lacks any weapon skills. So she declares that he needs to use his magic to find an instructor.
Then they find a mostly dead warrior in the barrenlands. Since Tiercel has no healing spells, Harrier attempts to heal the man without anyone else to share the Mageprice. After two days sleep, he wakes up and learns that the man is healed. Still, he doesn't want to do that again without several others agreeing to take some of the price.
The wounded man sleeps even longer that Harrier does. When he awakes, they learn that he is a Telchi, a warrior from the Selken Isles. It seems that the Wild Magic has provided Harrier with an arms instructor.
Since healing the Telchi, Harrier can no longer deny that he is a Wildmage. He starts trying to perform the simpler spells in his books, but makes little progress at first, But they discover that Harrier's magic makes Tiercel feel weak. So Tiercel stays away from the wagon whenever Harrier is practicing his spells.
This tale takes Tiercel and Harrier into the Madiran. The Telchi guides them to his home city of Tarnatha'Iteru in the border lands outside the true desert. They meet the Consul and then follow the Telchi to his home. The next day, Tiercel starts searching records for the location of the Lake of Fire.
This story bridges the adventures of the first volume with the forthcoming conclusion in the next volume. Very little excitement occurs until the closing chapters. Still, the characters provide enough interest to keep the plot moving. Enjoy!
Recommended for Lackey & Mallory fans and for anyone else who enjoys tales of serious magic, unusual cultures, and a touch of humor. Anyone who has not read novels in this sequence should start with The Outstretched Shadow.
-Arthur W. Jordin
A Fun Ride November 12, 2008
This is a fun and entertaining read. It is not one of Lackey's more serious novels; rather, it is a rip-rollicking adventure story. I enjoyed it highly and had trouble putting it down. The dialogue is very good and at times hilarious. If you have read the Obsidian Trilogy be forewarned that this series is not nearly as intense. One of the things I liked about this story is the introspection and the character's musings on why they are on this quest and the right and wrong of violence. Too often in these stories the main character is all too willing to pick up a sword and start swinging with no regard for the consequences or the effects.
I highly recommend this book (and the first book in the Enduring Flame series) and am looking forward to the third installment.
 Lackey et al do it again! November 6, 2008
Using Characters and scenes from previous adventures, This stoy continues in the same marvelous fashion as those from before.. well worth your time. Please continue to give us more to enjoy.
great read November 4, 2008
a great continuation of a great series 2 series as it follows the earlier trilogy by the same authors, but a thousand years later.
Anxiously Awaiting the Final Book November 3, 2008
I have read all the other reviews, and I just had to add my opinion. I love these characters. Tiercel and Harrier are complete enigmas to me! Tiercel is on a journey to save himself (from his nightmares) and then he's told he's going to save the whole world! At which point, he doesn't shrink back, or scare off, he steps up. For someone so young, I find that truely amazing. And if Lackey and Mallory didn't spend so much time inside his head, showing you that he's conflicted, I would think this kid had a death wish. Instead they take the time to give the character depth.
Harrier is the ultimate friend. How many friends do you have that would actually risk their lives for you, over and over? Harrier's entire mission as far as he's concerned is to keep Tiercel safe. Thats a huge responsibility for someone his age, and he shoulders it with grace. Sure, he's irritated a good deal of the time. Tiercel doesn't make it easy for him.
Ancaladar is a calming presence for both the boys, and he proves to be helpful in a great deal of ways. He's full of wisdom the boys can use, but he's careful not to give out too much and accidentally change the course the boys are on. With him around, Harrier doesn't worried about Tiercel as much and can actually focus on the task the Wild Magic has given him, namely becoming a Knight-Mage. Again, Lackey and Mallory spend a lot of time in Harrier's head. Harrier has a lot on him plate. On the one hand, he wants to protect Tiercel, and on the other, he has this new path of his own. He's extremely conflicted and not sure if he can manage both at the same time, or even if he wants to try.
I think this book is extremely well written, its a fantastic follow-up, and I am anxiously awaiting the final book in the series.
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