The Eternal Flame (The Great Tree of Avalon, Book 3)
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • THE ETERNAL FLAME (THE GREAT TREE OF AVALON, BOOK 3)
  • A Great Ending, to A Great Trilogy
  • Spellbinding adventure
  • Grand, but not a finale, I hope
  • Phenomenal Fantasy Adventure!
The Eternal Flame (The Great Tree of Avalon, Book 3)
T. A. Barron
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ASIN: 0399242139
Release Date: 2006-10-19

Book Description

Avalon, the great tree world connecting the earth and the heavens, is about to be destroyed. The warlord Rhita Gawr is bent on conquest—and using an army of deathless warriors, a corrupted crystal, and a plague of arrogance and greed to succeed.

Three unlikely heroes are Avalon's only hope. Tamwyn, the wilderness guide, must travel the secret pathway to the stars. Elli, the brave young priestess, must defeat a terrible sorcerer in a realm of utter darkness. And Scree, the eagleman, must lead his winged people to do what seems impossible . . .

This spectacular final volume of T. A. Barron's bestselling trilogy combines gripping adventure with profound ideas about the powerful connections between humanity and the world.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars THE ETERNAL FLAME (THE GREAT TREE OF AVALON, BOOK 3).......2007-02-12

This is the last in a trilogy about the saving of Avalon by three of its long time defenders. Tamwyn, grandson of Merlin, must travel by a secret route to the very stars to save the true source of magic. Scree, the eagleman must lead his people to fight in the war of to save Avalon. Lastly, Elli, a brave young priestess must conquer an evil sorcerer in a realm of complete darkness, Shadowroot. Together they must overcome all the odds in order to save Avalon, especially at the final battle in Mudroot.

The story keeps you turning page after page with anticipation to discover just what will happen next to each character. Their adventures are spellbinding, gripping, and exciting and filled with vibrant descriptions of the characters, scenery and emotions. To truly appreciate the third book in this trilogy reading the first two, CHILD OF THE DARK PROPHECY (The Great Tree of Avalon, Book 1) SHADOWS ON THE STARS (The Great Tree of Avalon, Book 2) will provide a greater insight overall. Also reading T. A. Barron's MERLIN SERIES will enrich your total reading experience.

After this novel, I sincerely hope that T. A. Barron expands and writes an Arthurian series about Merlin and the rest of the earthbound characters from these novels. I'm sure this author could lend some new twists and turns to an old tradtional favorite!

5 out of 5 stars A Great Ending, to A Great Trilogy.......2006-12-05

Some book series end with a disappointment, or cliffhanger. Some books end with a poorly written ending, or one that does not make sense. That, however, is not the case with this book. The Great Tree of Avalon: The Eternal Flame is a great ending to a great series. The book is the final installment of the trilogy, and follows the story of the three separate paths that each character takes in the book. It follows the original path of Tamwyn as he makes his way up to the upper branches, and stars beyond of the Great Tree. As well as following the story of Tamwyn, this book also follows the stories of Eli as she makes her way into the darkest reaches of Shadowroot, to destroy the crystal of Vagelano. On top of those two stories, this book also follows a third. The journey of Scree as he makes his way back to his native land, to band together his kinsmen for the fight for Avalon.

This book is the best in the trilogy in my opinion. It excellently wraps together all of the main storylines, as well as a few other minor storylines that are less important. There are no plot holes, as far as I can tell, and everything is perfectly wrapped together. This final chapter of the trilogy also has many more twists and turns, and unexpected surprises than the other two. Along with being a very complete novel, this book is also very well written. There are no unimportant characters. Every character in the entire book has a significant part to play. Each character also has their own personality, which other authors often fail to do. This book is also very imaginative. The names of the made-up lands, are very believable and well thought up. The entire book is extremely descriptive, and as a whole, paints a very good picture of the land of Avalon. There is not a single vague scenario in the entire book.

This is a hard book to just pick up and start reading. The reason for that is that this is the last book in a trilogy, which is a spin off of a previous five book series. It would be very advisable to read the initial Lost Years of Merlin series, before reading this trilogy. Although it is possible to pick up in the middle, it is hard, and you will more than likely find yourself lost. This book is also listed as a children's book, but it is by no means. Although this book is described to be for a younger audience, there is nothing childish about it. This book contains everything a good epic/ fantasy story should have. It has a good plot, descriptive battle scenes, a very good description of the land, and older characters. This isn't just another story of kids going off to save the world. There is much more detail to this, and for that reason, it is really readable by anyone.

4 out of 5 stars Spellbinding adventure.......2006-11-29

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.

5 out of 5 stars Grand, but not a finale, I hope.......2006-10-26

T.A. Barron left readers with a bundle of unanswered questions at the end of book two in the Great Tree series. In the final installment He answers many of them, provides a terrific finale and leaves the door open a crack for further visits to Avalon. There are an immense and wonderful number of actions that flesh out the events in this final book. As you read, expect to be totally immersed in the action. Plan to be deeply saddened as one character dies and discomfited as another doesn't. Expect to be very surprised as Batty Lad and Hennie the Hoolah reappear and one of them turns out to be much more than they appear. Most of all, expect to enjoy a wonderful and extremely well written conclusion to the trilogy.

5 out of 5 stars Phenomenal Fantasy Adventure!.......2006-10-21

Right up there with the very best of J.R.R. Tolkien, this book (and this trilogy) has everything any fantasy reader could want. I gulped this book down instantly, and now I've started a second read. There's just so much adventure, humor, and rich meaning in this book! This is T.A. Barron's best ever -- and I can't wait to see what he comes up with next. (My vote is a return to Avalon!)
Shadows on the Stars (The Great Tree of Avalon, Book 2)
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Shadows on the Stars--Great Book
  • Poorly Done
  • As fantastic as its first part
  • Book Two is amazing!
  • The tradition continues in grand fashion!
Shadows on the Stars (The Great Tree of Avalon, Book 2)
T. A. Barron
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ASIN: 039923764X

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When young Tamwyn, determined to solve the mystery of the vanishing stars, seeks a vision in the mountains, he is confronted by a vision he never expected: From the place of the stars, dark shadows, omens of evil, are pouring out toward Avalon, posing a threat to the Great Tree's very existence. Tamwyn and his loyal troupe must split up: Elli to rush to the Lady of the Lake, Scree to heal with the Eaglefolks, and Tamwyn to journey to the Heartwood of Avalon itself to discover the portal to the highest branches and confront the very powers of Darkness.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Shadows on the Stars--Great Book.......2007-01-12

You can feel every second of each page as the story goes. The characters were well developed so I felt like I knew them. It is easy to read except for some of the character names.

1 out of 5 stars Poorly Done.......2006-12-10

Barron's book is immaturely written - despite the age and experience of the author. The characters are one-dimensional and annoying in their sexist interpretation: the women are nurturing, overly emotional, and nag the men constantly whereas the men are stolid protectors doing what they must do while trying to understand the irrational women they are surrounded by. The plot is thin and poorly laid out without any forethought, and the bad guys are humorous in their stupidity and greed. The author has been spending too much time on a role playing server for World of Warcraft.

5 out of 5 stars As fantastic as its first part.......2006-08-12

T.A. Barron's imagination is truely great. This book is the 2nd of a GREAT Trilogy.
The first book (TGTA: Child of the dark prophetcy) not only introduces you to the main characters but gets them well started on their magical journey. This book continues that journey only with GREATER expectations, since this is the great auther of the "Merlin" series, you know there is going to be dragons, ooo yea.

Also the way this book ends litterally leavs you hanging, I mean I got a hold of the first 2 books in 2005 and I've been waiting since then for the third book to come out, thats how good this book is, I've read books before that stop in the middle of something just so that you would get the next one, but they are NO comparesson to this great book. You can litterally see everything he's describing.

T.A. Barrons writting is very poetic, gentle and descriptive all at once, combined with his vivid imagination, its a perfect 10.

You HAVE to read the 1st book in order to understand this world and the mission all these characters are on, you will be lost if you don't.
I recommend buying all 3 at once, and since the third one (TGTA: The eternal flame) is coming out on Aug 16th I believe, you have no excuse.

Trust me, you will want the books with you back to back, its an intense read, it will keep you on your toes and then some.

enjoy.

5 out of 5 stars Book Two is amazing!.......2006-03-03

This book was amazing! Simply amazing. I loved every part of it. The strong characters were portrayed well, and I felt like I knew them like I had grown up listening to their tales. This book gave me so many different feelings, I was frustrated, sad, and happy, right along with the characters. This book is wonderful, and I'd recommend it to any reader, any age that could handle it. The best ages for this book would probably be 12 to until you lose your eyesight. There's no sexuality or foul language. This book was excellent and I can't wait for the third one in the trilogy to come out!

5 out of 5 stars The tradition continues in grand fashion!.......2006-02-03

Back for the second installment of "The Great Tree of Avalon" series are Tamwyn, Elli, Brionna, Scree and Nuic. The voyagers we all came to know in the first book have now become a close-knit group ... until they discover they have to separate and go on their own journeys to save the great world of Avalon. Armed with Merlin's staff, Tamwyn ventures through the trunk of the Great Tree looking for his lost father, Krystallus Eopia, who he became separated from when he was young. Along the way he encounters mystical creatures, some new, and some old with a twist. Tamwyn battles everything on his dangerous climb from giant termites to fire angels to waterfalls-until he reaches Merlin's knothole, which gives him a close and exhilarating view of the stars. Barron describes this scene vividly, and it is my favorite moment in the book. It compares favorably to laying your eyes on the Colorado Rockies for the first time, or the Grand Canyon, or any other of life's great natural monuments. Not long after he finds the knothole, Tamwyn discovers the truth of his father and why the stars in the constellation resembling Merlin's staff have gone out. Elli, in the meantime, takes a crystal of elano from the Lady of Lake, and will dive into the world of Shadowroot, the dark side of the Great Tree. There she will battle the sorcerer Kulwych, to destroy the corrupted crystal of elano that he wields for his warlord spirit master Rhita Gawr. And as for the last adventurer, the eagleman Scree, he confronts his own kind to lead them away from the war in which they were enlisted to aid Kulwych. There is one surprise in Scree's quest he regrets learning too late, and it will forever haunt him. Barron's rich portrayal of the Avalon world is described with even greater detail in this new installment, and will give readers' memories a grand story to cling to for decades to come.
The Great Tree of Avalon 1: Child of the Dark Prophecy (The Great Tree of Avalon)
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Well written for a kid's book
  • VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN-not appropriate for intended age group
  • totally aweome
  • Child of the Dark Prophecy
  • YAY! The best book EVER!!!
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ASIN: 0441013082

Book Description

Long ago the great wizard Merlin planted the seed that would become the peaceful world of Avalon.

Now, the enchanted land is in peril, and its fate lies in the hands of three people-but only one of them is Merlin's heir who can save Avalon, while the others are destined to destroy it.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Well written for a kid's book.......2007-07-10

I picked this up expecting a clumsy, second-rate children's fantasy on the order of Eragon. I was proven wrong within the first few pages; I couldn't put this book down!
Barron manages a well-thought-out and surprisingly-sophisticated fantasy adventure rivaling some adult fare that's out there. And while he borrows some classic themes, characters and plot elements from archetypal mythology and other fantasy epics (such as Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter and Earthsea), at the very least the references are subtle and well-done (unlike Eragon, in which the plot is very obviously a medieval version of Star Wars IV: A New Hope). He also includes strong political, social and religious undertones that might well be commentary on the present day.
Child of the Dark Prophecy tells the tale of three young people who prove vital to the survival of their world, the magical, tree-shaped realm of Avalon. The beginning outlines neatly the backstory from Barron's Merlin series, and the prophecy made by the fabled Lady of the Lake (that a child will be born who will bring about the fall of Avalon and only Merlin's true heir can stop him), and introduces the heroes: Scree, an boy who can turn into an eagle creature at will, who is entrusted with Merlin's staff; his adoptive brother Tamwyn, who is certain he is the dark child of the prophecy and has been searching desperately for his missing brother; and Elli, a slave girl-turned-Drumadian Priestess who meets Tamwyn while escorting the spoiled, self-centered, soon-to-be head of her order to see the Lady of the Lake. Before long, they are drafted by the Lady herself to find Merlin's staff and stop an evil sorcerer from creating a powerful artifact capable of bringing an even-more-evil god to Avalon.
While the plot is complicated, it's not overwhelming, and the characters are engaging; Tamwyn brings to mind both Luke Skywalker and Harry Potter, being the conflicted hero who is still unsure whether he is good or evil, desperate to find the family he has left and the father he never knew, and far too trusting in the Lady's prophecy (like Harry in the fifth and sixth books, he will not listen to advice that a prophecy is not necessarily the final word on the future and can be changed). Yet, he also has a bit of Han Solo and Ron Weasley in him; he's a bit roguish, spending most of his time acting as a wilderness guide, and is a total klutz (for which he is mercilessly teased by his companions).
Some of the minor characters are great to read about as well (like Nuic, Elli's companion, a pretentious-yet-wise little mountain sprite with a sharp tongue and centuries of knowledge on everyone else. Fans of the Dresden Files may be reminded of Harry's caustic, ghostly companion Bob).
Barron's religious undertones are mostly in their infancy in Child of the Dark Prophecy, but we are introduced to the conflict between the Drumadians (an order founded by Merlin's mother and sister who bring to mind Wicca and other non-mainstream nature-based belief structures with their respect for all forms of life and harm none philosophy) and a new sect lead by a seemingly-good priest, reminiscent of Order of the Phoenix's wicked Professor Umbridge, living near the Lady of the Lake (who seems to think that humans are superior to all other creatures and therefore what's best for us is best for everyone, even if that means killing others or destroying their home and culture... a commentary on the occupancy of Iraq, perhaps?)
J.K. Rowling may get all the credit for reinventing the intermediate section of the bookstore for parents as well as their pre-teens, but she's not the only one who can spin a good yarn that both adults and kids will like.

1 out of 5 stars VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN-not appropriate for intended age group.......2007-01-19

Unfortunately, I was unable to get past the first chapter because I was so disgusted and angered by the intensely obscene violent reference toward the very first female character introduced in the book. This reference was highly INNAPROPRIATE for the intended age group: smashing her baby on the rocks so he could rape the mother holding the child. Gratuitous and completely unnecessary. Makes me wonder about the author, although his credentials look good on paper! Disgusting. Will never take the chance with him again and will certainly not allow my boys to read his work.

5 out of 5 stars totally aweome.......2007-01-06

I completely and honestly disagree with J. Austin ( a reviewer above )this book was amazing. The great tree of Avalon had hidden meanings, developed characters and setting, and actually does make a good statement about caring for the environment. Also, how can the author be being preachy if it is written through the eyes of characters in the book? Its not like he is actually saying "we should care for the environment" Fantasy lovers like books of unique animals and deep dark mystery. also the author makes a statement about caring for the environment just by having such an unusual setting. It shows that with so many creatures living in one place you should respect them all including the trees land and water. I am a total fantasy fanatic and I loved Harry Potter, Ella Enchanted, Of two Minds, and Both Sides of Time (all great books by the way) and I respect your opinion about not liking the book J. Austin but I don't understand how you can like fantasy books and not like this one, complete fantasy. I don't think your reasons are very valid either. You must not be a fantasy fanatic. But anyone out there if you are a ff then this book is totally awesome. Don't forget any of my other previously mentioned books! -emy

5 out of 5 stars Child of the Dark Prophecy.......2006-11-22

This story is about a seventeen year old boy who needs to save his world from an evil dark sorceror. Tamwyn, the main character, is brave, adventurous, clumsy, and sort of unlucky. He's brave and adventurous because he protects his friends and does what's right, most of the time, plus he likes to explore his world. He is very clumsy and is seems to be that every time it talks about him he is tripping over things which puts some humor into the book. Tamwyn is sort of unlucky, he's like a black cat, everywhere he goes something bad happens either to the people or the town. This leads him to think that he is the prophesized Dark Child that is supposed to bring the end to Avalon, his world. I could really connect with the author's characters. It seemed like I was in the story with them. I've read T.A. Barron's 'The Lost Year's of Merlin' series and I enjoyed both that series and this book. I look forward to reading his other books about Avalon. This book is for grades 6-10. Its a great action adventure book and I highly recommend it.

5 out of 5 stars YAY! The best book EVER!!!.......2006-09-27

It's a really good book for you book gobblers out there like me. But I stress: IT IS NOT THE SEQUEL TO THE LOST YEARS OF MERLIN!!! That is a completly different sereis by the same author, although it has the same sorta "king aurther" time period. TA Barron is a exelent writer (ya, he's up there with Chistopher Paolini from Eragon) and I suggest this book who wants aventure, romance, and humor. (Plus, you gotta love fantasy!)
The Great Tree of Avalon 2: Shadows on the Stars (Great Tree of Avalon)
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • It keeps you guessing until the end!
The Great Tree of Avalon 2: Shadows on the Stars (Great Tree of Avalon)
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Continuing the Great Tree of Avalon epic, three companions embark on separate, far-reaching quests to solve the mystery of the vanishing stars-confronting the very powers of darkness along the way.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars It keeps you guessing until the end!.......2007-06-16

This is a wonderful first book to the trilogy of The Great Tree of Avalon. I have purchased the second book and can't wait to read it. I bought this book for my son because the author was at a conference I was attending and signing autographs. I thought an autographed book would be a unique gift. My son read it and loved it so I decided to read it also. I was immediately drawn into the story and could identify with the characters. I was kept guessing until the end whether Tam was the heir of Merlin or the child of the dark prophesy. Will he be able to change what is prophesied, as the Lady of the Lake told him? Will he be able to save Avalon? I can't wait to read the next book to find out what is in store for Tam.
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    The Great Tree of Avalon 3: The Eternal Flame (The Great Tree of Avalon)
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      T. A. Barron
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        The Great Tree of Avalon: A Child of the Dark Prophecy
        T. A. Barron
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        Barron, T.A. The Great Tree of Avalon: child of the dark prophecy.(Brief Article)(Young Adult Review)(Book Review): An article from: Kliatt
        Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
        • Child of the Dark Prophecy (May contain spoilers)
        Barron, T.A. The Great Tree of Avalon: child of the dark prophecy.(Brief Article)(Young Adult Review)(Book Review): An article from: Kliatt
        Michele Winship
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        Title: Barron, T.A. The Great Tree of Avalon: child of the dark prophecy.(Brief Article)(Young Adult Review)(Book Review)
        Author: Michele Winship
        Publication: Kliatt (Magazine/Journal)
        Date: September 1, 2004
        Publisher: Kliatt
        Volume: 38 Issue: 5 Page: 4(3)

        Article Type: Book Review, Brief Article, Young Adult Review

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        5 out of 5 stars Child of the Dark Prophecy (May contain spoilers).......2006-03-31

        The Great Tree of Avalon: Child of the Dark Prophecy is an amazing book. From the beginning to the end, this book contains adventure, mysteries, and at times, humor in its pages. The book begins with a prologue of Tamwyn, the main character of the story, and Scree, Tamwyn's "adopted" brother. The two lived together happily for quite some time, as if they were truly brothers. However, one day, the two were separated by traveling through portals, and they never saw each other again. Many years later, the two, along with some others, are destined to meet together on their own journey to save Avalon.
        Each character is unique in his or her own way, but there are certain characters that I focus on more than any other characters. The first one is the eagleboy, Scree. Even when he was only born, he had the strength to knock down a man, making him a strong character in the story. Though he may seem tough on the outside, he does have a kind heart. ("`Whatever she did to you, she did to save her grandfather.' Scree's jaw relaxed slightly. `That's true, I suppose. People will do some pretty wild things to save their only family.' `Right. Like pushing them headfirst into portals.'") When he and Tamwyn were in danger, Scree pushed Tamwyn headfirst into a portal, saving Tamwyn from what could be his death. Serious and independent, Scree is probably one of the most intelligent characters in the book. One of my other favorite characters is Henni Hoolah, a prankster and a daredevil. Henni has been tagging along with Tamwyn for a while in the book, often playing tricks on Tamwyn and teasing the man. He also tends to cause mischief when Tamwyn is reluctant to do something. However, in battles, Henni is a great fighter and ally to have. He helped Tamwyn and the others when fighting against the sorcerer's army.
        I also enjoyed the plot of this book. The book does not give too many hints about the ending of the plot. For example, Tamwyn's name means "Dark Flame", and he was born in the Year of Darkness. Scree, who was also born in the same year, was the protector of the staff of Merlin. The book also states that the heir of Merlin and the Child of the Dark Prophecy had a relationship similar to brotherhood. Therefore, many would believe that Tamwyn was the Child of the Dark Prophecy while Scree was the heir of Merlin. However, in the end, it reveals things to be slightly different.
        After reading this book, I found it nearly impossible to decide which part was my favorite part. After a long time thinking, I finally decided that my favorite part of the story was the adventure and humor in the story. I enjoy reading books with different and unique adventures, but there are times when I also need a good laugh. This book packs both adventures and comedy. There are parts when the characters are about to do something dangerous, but there is some humor in it. ("`Eehee, eehee, hoohooheeheeha-ha-ha!' he laughed, his silver eyes gleaming. `Here I go, clumsy man.' `Wait!' shouted Tamwyn. He strode over to the cave entrance. `I'm tempted to get rid of you, believe me. But just in case this really is a death trap, I'd rather you live for a little while longer.' Seeing Henni's puzzled look, he added, `So I can kill you myself later on.'")This book is one that is too hard to put down.
        Child of the Dark Prophecy: The Great Tree of Avalon (Unabridged)
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          Child of the Dark Prophecy: The Great Tree of Avalon (Unabridged)
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          The Great Tree of Avalon, Book II: Shadows on the Stars
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