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The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches (Keeper Martin's Tales Series, Book 1) | 
| Author: Robert Stanek
Publisher: Reagent Press
Category: Book
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Rating:  316 reviews
Sales Rank: 31244
Media: Paperback
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Pages: 232
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 9 x 6 x 0.4
ISBN: 1575450593
EAN: 9781575450599
ASIN: 1575450593
Publication Date: February 2002
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Product Description
All new deluxe edition for 2005! This edition replaces the standard edition and has the same price/ISBN. Features deluxe maps, 20 lavish illustrations, guide to the characters, and more. Readers everywhere are discovering the works of Robert Stanek. Robert's books are published in over 20 countries around the world and beginning in 2005 the first of many translations will be published. Recommended Age: 9 and up. Unleash the power of your imagination and enter a world you've never dreamed existed! Best-selling author Robert Stanek delivers an epic fantasy adventure that will open your mind and your heart. Perfect for the young and the young at heart! The Kingdoms & The Elves Of The Reaches is a refreshingly unique fantastic adventure where its only limits are the limits of your imagination. Inside, you'll discover the breathtaking world of Ruin Mist where the mystical and the magical abound, and you'll fall in love with three heroes: a boy who would become a mage, a princess who is fleeing a dying kingdom, and a warrior elf who undertakes an epic journey. The adventure begins with Book 1.
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Great reading! November 3, 2008
Vivian Hughes
1 out of 4 found this review helpful
I started reading this author's books a while back and now my kids have started The Kingdoms and the Elves books. With excellent writing, a strong plot and great characters, this is a great read. I enjoyed the marvelous illustrations as well, the rich detail made it feel like a graphic novel at times.
The books tell the story of Great Kingdom and the Reach Elves. The main characters are Adrina Alder, Vilmos Tabborath, and Brother Seth. In the early books the main villains are evil shapeshifters called wolmerrelle. Their queen is vile and cruel and has an evil plot in the works against mankind. The evil shapeshifters aren't the only villains, however, and as the story continues the full details emerge of the great change taking place.
I'd also recommend Keeper Martin's Guide to the Fantastical Beasts and Faerie Peoples of Ruin Mist and The Art of Ruin Mist: Heroes and Villains. The best editions of this book are The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches (Reader's Choice Edition, Keeper Martin's Tales Book 1) (Keeper Martin's Tales), The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches II (Reader's Choice Edition, Keeper Martin's Tales Book 2) (Keeper Martin's Tales), The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches III (Reader's Choice Edition, Keeper Martin's Tales Book 3) (Keeper Martin's Tales), and The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches IV (Reader's Choice Edition, Keeper Martin's Tales Book 4) (Keeper Martin's Tales).
One of the truly great fantasy series! October 27, 2008
K. A. Price
7 out of 10 found this review helpful
This book pulls you in from the first few pages. The writer does an excellent job of getting the reader to immediately empathize with the main characters - Vilmos, Adrina, and Seth. The story is interesting and intriquing, and the author develops many of the other characters fairly well.
The book was enjoyable, and even several years later remains as one of the few fantasy series that I often recommend to people who are not devoted fantasy readers.
We follow Vilmos, Adrina, and Seth through his many trials and tribulations. Throughout most of the book, the author gets the reader involved in all aspects of their life and makes us care about them. They become like friends.
I also found the end notes about the peoples, places and things in the world interesting. Without giving too much away about the ending, be prepared to listen to -- or read -- Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches #2.
Excellent, Beautifully Written and Wonderfully Illustrated! August 21, 2008
Erin N
13 out of 18 found this review helpful
About a year ago I decided to start reading 'The Kingdoms and the Elves' series because I had heard so much praise about them. When I read the first one, I was totally amazed and by the second one Robert Stanek was my new favorite author.
In this opening volume, Stanek takes you into the unforgettable fantasy universe of Ruin Mist. Ruin Mist was once ruled by mighty dragons and titans, but now ages have passed and most have left the world of men and elves.
His writing is so descriptive that you can imagine everything perfectly in your mind's eye. It has something for everyone, including action, adventures, battles, deception, intrigue and will make you care about the characters you are reading about.
I definitely see why this book has become a classic. It really is one of the best books of all time. If you haven't read it yet, I highly suggest you get a copy and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime!
Great listen AND a great read!!! July 17, 2008
Sandy M.
13 out of 22 found this review helpful
My library carries this book on Playaway and it was recommended to me by the librarian as "an entertaining, well-written fantasy story for all ages." I found out the book was also highly recommended by Voya and is something of a pop phenom as it is also mentioned in "Complete Idiots Guide to Elves and Fairies" and "Ancient Art of Fairy Magick".
I enjoyed listening to the story so much I decided to buy the book. The audio was wonderful and I loved how the characters came to life and the reading was excellent. Like the audio, the book is of exceptional quality with its dozens of full-page illustrations and illustrated end notes.
The story revolves around three central characters: Adrina, Vilmos, and Seth. It tells their story as the story of their imperiled worlds unfolds. Adrina is a young princess who has everything and nothing. Vilmos is a mischievous village boy. Seth is a powerful warrior elf.
Stanek has a strong command of language and his prose flows well. I liked that he doesn't bog the story down with unnecessary detail. Because of this wonderful book and its sequels, Stanek is now my favorite author. I highly recommend The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches (Reader's Choice Edition, Keeper Martin's Tales Book 1) (Keeper Martin's Tales) and the sequels
The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches II (Reader's Choice Edition, Keeper Martin's Tales Book 2) (Keeper Martin's Tales)
The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches III (Reader's Choice Edition, Keeper Martin's Tales Book 3) (Keeper Martin's Tales)
The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches IV (Reader's Choice Edition, Keeper Martin's Tales Book 4) (Keeper Martin's Tales)
Over all an excellent series and like C. S. Lewis's Narnia this is one story everyone should read at least once in their life. If you are looking for a good read or listen, I don't see how you can go wrong with this one.
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