I've been rereading Alan Garner's books.
The Weirdstone of Brisingamen, Moon of Gomrath, The Owl Service, and Elidor.
I have to say, I've really enjoyed all except Elidor.
Yes, I know that's sacrilege to a fan of Garner's books. But Elidor feels like he just got tired and stopped writing. There's no finish, no conclusion, we're just left hanging at the end, wondering what happened in Elidor.
I hate it when that happens.
All of his other books are magical, well written, full of mystery and folklore. I love them.
But Elidor, alas, it's lacking.
Teachers, I'd add the other three to your reading list. They're great books for any fantasy fan.
Not Elidor.
Sorry.
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