The Great Tree of Avalon: Child of the Dark Prophecy/Merlin, Book 9: The Great Tree of Avalon (T.A. Barron)

Author Biography

T.A. Barron is a prolific author of books for children and young adults, particularly in the fantasy genre, as well as an active founder and supporter of conservation causes. He lives in Colorado.

Published By: Penguin Group USA

Year: 2004

ISBN: 0-399-23763-1

Reading Level: Grades 9 and up

Reader’s Annotation:

According to the Lady of the Lake’s Dark Prophecy, a child born seventeen years ago will threaten to destroy Avalon, and only Merlin's true heir can save it. But when will these prophesized figures appear – and who could they be?

Ella Enchanted (Gail Carson Levine)

Author Biography

Gail Carson Levine is the award-winning author of numerous books for children and young adults, mostly inspired by fairy-tales. She lives in New York’s Hudson Valley.

Published By: HarperCollins

Year: 1997

ISBN: 978-0-06-440705-2

Reading Level: Grades 6 and up

Reader’s Annotation:

In this inventive “Cinderella” variation, a fairy’s spell forces Ella to obey every command she hears. But her inner strength, sharp wits, and love for Prince Char just might prove stronger than magic.