Name: The Novice (Black Magician Trilogy)
ISBN: 9781905654116

Trudi Canavan

The Novice (Black Magician Trilogy)

Ofelia

Più carino del primo secondo me, forse perché almeno in questo libro non c'è la prefazione lunghissima di aria fritta ed invece andiamo subito al sodo sapendo qualcosa di più sulla Corporazione. 
Se devo lamentarmi di qualcosa allora la parte di Regin e dei novizi che infastidiscono Sonea è scandalosamente lunga e ripetitiva, dopo averla assalita un paio di volte si era capito l'andazzo e non era necessario descrivere ogni scontro quindici volte per capire che i due si odiavano. 
Mi dispiace anche che Rothen abbia avuto poco spazio in questo libro, ma sono felice che ne abbiano avuto abbastanza Lorlen e Dannyl soprattutto perché Lorlen non primo libro veniva appena accennato. 
Spero che la Canavan risolva in mistero della magia nera con una bella trovata e sono proprio curiosa di leggere l'ultimo libro della trilogia!

Tom Turner

** spoiler alert **
           I was surprised how little tired book suffered from middle book syndrome. The main plot of the bookwas a little weaker than the overall arc of the trilogy, but that didn't matter to me that much. I must admit when the bullying started I felt the bullying tactics didn't match with the age of the perpetrators, but she got it right by the end. I have read other reviewers complaining that the strong character Sonea showed in the first book disappeared in this one, but I think this is unfair. In the first book she was in a territory she understood and had confidence because of that understanding. In this book, she is in a world foreign to get upbringing where society is set against her and it's acting out is prejudices onto her, of course her confidence is going to take a hit! I felt the spark of defiance still shone within her, even if it wasn't as forthright as it one was. I'm guessing this will return on the list installment.

"Even if a magician's powers surface of their own accord, he will soon be dead if he does not gain the knowledge of how to control them." Alone among all the novices in the Magicians' Guild, only Sonea comes from lowly beginnings. Yet she has won powerful allies—including Lord Dannyl, newly promoted to Guild Ambassador. But Dannyl must now depart for the Elyne court, leaving Sonea at the mercy of the lies and malicious rumors her enemies are busy spreading . . . until the High Lord Akkarin steps in. The price of Akkarin's support is dear, however, because Sonea, in turn, must protect his mysteries—and a secret that could lead a young novice mage deep into the darkness. Meanwhile, Dannyl's first order to resume High Lord Akkarin's long-abandoned research into ancient magical knowledge is setting him on an extraordinary journey fraught with unanticipated peril—as he moves ever-closer to a future both wondrous . . . and terrible.

The Black Magician Trilogy

The Novice

Jolie

A fabulous follow-up to Book One, the Magician's Guild. 'the most important attribute of a magician is knowledge . . . Without it his strength is useless.'the magician's eyes flickered to Sonea, 'Even if his powers surface of their own accord, he will soon be dead if he does not gain the knowledge of how to control them.' Sonea knows the other novices in the Magicians' Guild all come from powerful families, but she also knows she can turn to Rothen and Dannyl for help when she needs it. that is, until someone starts spreading malicious rumours about her - and Akkarin, the High Lord, steps in. Promoted to Guild Ambassador, Lord Dannyl leaves for the Elyne court. His first order from Administrator Lorlen is to resume, in secret, High Lord Akkarin's long-abandoned research into ancient magical knowledge. Not knowing the true reason for his journey, Dannyl is soon facing unexpected dangers. Meanwhile, Sonea has almost forgotten the High Lord's dark secret, but keeping the truth hidden may be a grave mistake...

Sarah 

This was unexpectedly fantastic. I had so many feelings for that brat Reign and I hope he gets more of what he deserves in the next book. The high lord is quite an enigma to me. I am excited for the next book.
 It may have dragged a bit but how she handles those horrible novices strengthened how the higher magicians saw her.

Kathrine Wiberg

Following The Magicians' Guild comes the second book in the phenomenally popular Black Magician Trilogy, from international No. 1 bestselling author Trudi Canavan *Over 3 million Trudi Canavan copies sold worldwide* Imardin is a city of dark intrigues and deadly politics, where those who wield magic wield power. Into this established order has blundered a young street-girl with extraordinary magical gifts. Adopted by the Magicians' Guild, her life is changed forever - but for better or for worse? Sonea knew that she'd face a tough time training within the Magicians' Guild but she little realised the level of animosity she would face from her fellow novices. The sons and daughters of the most powerful families in the realm, her classmates seem determined to see her fail - at whatever cost. But in accepting the protection of the guild's high lord, Sonea may have embraced an even bleaker fate. For High Lord Akkarin harbours a secret that is far darker than his magician's robes. Praise for Trudi Canavan: 'Epic, vivid and believable' Guardian 'It's easy to see why Trudi Canavan's novels so often make the bestseller lists. Her easy, flowing style makes for effortless reading . . . Delightful worldbuilding . . . Vivid and enjoyable' SFX 'The world-building is tremendous. The magical system is sophisticated and fascinating' Striking Keys 'A suspenseful masterpiece . . . will have fans desperate for the sequel' RT Book Reviews 'Superb . . . an enthralling tapestry of a book that's hard to put down' Fantasy Faction The Black Magician Trilogy: The Magicians' Guild The Novice The High Lord *Have you tried Trudi Canavan's stunning new series, Millennium's Rule? It starts with the Sunday Times bestselling THIEF'S MAGIC*