The Phoenix Endangered
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Average rating2.8
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Ratings3
Average rating2.8
In The Phoenix Endangered, second in The Enduring Flame by Mercedes Lackey and James Mallory, Tiercel, a budding High Mage, and Harrier, a reluctant Knight-Mage, develop greater power--and learn of the evils of war when they see the devastation caused by the fanatical armies of the Wild Mage Bisochim. The desert tribespeople led by young Shaiara flee Bisochim's evil, seeking a legendary oasis deep in the desert--a refuge that may hold the key to stopping Bisochim and preserving the Balance between Light and Darkness . . . or that may be the cause of Light's ultimate downfall.
Series
3 primary booksEnduring Flame is a 3-book series with 3 primary works first released in 2007 with contributions by Mercedes Lackey and James Mallory.
Series
6 primary booksObsidian Universe is a 6-book series with 6 primary works first released in 2003 with contributions by James Mallory and Mercedes Lackey.
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Definitely leans more YA than the previous series. And I don't love the repeating of the "southern dark-skinned people are murderous warmongers" trope, even if it is plot explained. That said, it's still good fun and fantasy - a good listen for during work.
