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Merlin's Wood

Mythago Wood seriesbook 5 of 7Next:Gate of Ivory, Gate of Horn(1997) →

Martin and Rebecca return to the outskirts of Broceliande, an enchanted forest in Brittany where they grew up as children approximately 15 years earlier. They have returned for the funeral of their mother. Despite being warned to leave by family and local friends, they stay to settle the estate and take up residence in their childhood home.

Audience
adult
Length
long · 400 pages

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