The Winter Prince

“Fantasy lovers and devotees of Arthurian legends will enjoy Wein’s challenging but engrossing novel, which probes the soul of Mordred (or Medraut as Wein names him), the illegitimate son of Artos [Arthur] and Artos’ half-sister Morgause. In Wein’s sympathetic hands, Medraut is a skillful, well-traveled healer who loves his half-brother Lleu, the legitimate heir to Artos’ kingdom. She also portrays Medraut as conflicted enough to succumb to the wiles of Morgause (knowing full well of her cruelty) and as capable of sacrificing Lleu for revenge. Medraut is jealous of Lleu’s blameless birthright and the power Lleu wields so thoughtlessly, and he yearns not only for Artos’ approval, but also for recognition that he is not responsible for the shame of his parentage. In a gripping climax, both Lleu and Medraut face the demons that haunt them and emerge knowing they will never fear each other again.”

—Chris Sherman, Booklist

Awards:

• Shortlisted for the 1994 Carolyn Field Award

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