The Eternal Flame: The Great Tree of Avalon, Book III

T.A. Barron
Philomel (2006)
ISBN 0399242139
Reviewed by Debra Gaynor for Reader Views (11/06)

Fans of the Trilogy “The Great Tree of Avalon” have been eagerly awaiting the final installment.  They need wait no longer for only their imaginations could have prepared them for the newest adventure in “The Eternal Flame.” Now that the conquest of Avalon “the world between all worlds” is at hand, the next step is to conquer Earth.

Eli and Nuic know the crystal must be destroyed.  They head to the Lost City on their mission.  Elves, humans, eaglefolk, and tree spirits must form an alliance to do battle against Rhita Gawr and his ogres, trolls, and immortal dragons.  This is a battle between good and evil; it’s gory, brutal, and fierce.

This book has it all -- action, adventure, and humor.  Reading this book becomes an adventure in itself.  You almost feel as though you are there in the midst of the action.  The characters jump off the page and lead you through the battle to save earth.  The cover is perfect for this book.  It hints at dark secrets inside.  The print is a nice size.  This book is well written; however it was a little difficult to read without having read the first two books, which I intend to do. I foresee a revisit to Avalon in the future.  I recommend “The Eternal Flame” to those that enjoy fantasy and science fiction.

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