Synopsis: Set in modern and medieval times, The Forever King is the story
of King Arthur, reborn as ten-year-old Arthur Blessing, guardian of the
Holy Grail. Arthur's greatest enemy, Saladin, a powerful, almost
immortal sorcerer, is determined to possess the Holy Grail. When
Saladin kidnaps Arthur, it is up to former FBI agent Hal Woczniak to rescue
the young king and save Camelot.
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Mass Market Paperback
Reprint edition (March 1993)
Tor Books; ISBN: 0812517164
; Dimensions (in inches): 1.09 x 6.76 x 4.22
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In a darkened house not far from the place where
Camelot may once have stood, a madman schemes, plotting toward the day
when he will wrest the cup that men call the Holy Grail from the boy who
is its guardian.
Arthur Blessing is no ordinary
ten-year-old. The Grail is his by chance, this time, but the power
to keep it - a power as ancient as time itself - is his by right.
Now he must stay alive - battling
foul sorcery and indefatigable assassins - long enough to use that power.
THE FINAL STAND
"I don't know if this is such
a good idea," Hal said. "They are going to spot us here."
"I'm through running," Arthur
said. "We're going to fight them."
"Are you kidding? We
don't even have weapons, for pete's sake." They both turned toward
the sound of hoofbeats. Four horsemen were galloping across the open
meadow toward them, scimitars raised overhead.
"Then we'll fight them alone,"
Arthur said quietly.
He's not even afraid,
Hal thought. The boy's eyes seemed to be made of steel. Arthur
was right. Better to fight and die with honor than to flee and die
ignobly.
Reviews Priase for The Forever King:
"I read two or three pages and got hooked. The
Forever King [is] one of the most original things I've read in
years. I can't recommend it highly enough. Books like this
don't come along very ofen."
-Marion Zimmer
Bradley, author of The Mists of Avalon
"This suspense-filled, action-laden novel supplies
a fresh perspective on the King Arthur legend, deftly weaving historical
facts together with a large amount of fun and imagination. Highly
recommended."
-Library Journal
"I am reminded of that masterpice, The Daughter
of Time, by Josephine Tey, another book that skillfully interweaves past
and present to the enhancement of both."
-Morgan Llywelyn, author of Lion
of Ireland
"A fresh and exciting view of the Arthur legend,
full of adventure ranging from ancient Babylon to Camelot to the present
day. I read it in one sitting because I didn't want to put it down."
-Robert Jordan, author of The
Dragon Reborn
"The Arthurian section is well written, with
some clever new twists on familiar characters, especially Merlin and Nimue."
A reader from Pennsylvania, USA , June 26, 1999 Exciting, combines past and present in a grand manner This book is one of my favorites from my book collection at home. I
enjoyed reading this book because of the unique idea and the thoughtful
ending. The descriptions made the scenes realistic and unsurpassed in detail.
This is a one time wonder book. READ.
A reader from Michigan, USA , May 24, 1999 Excellent blend of mystical, myth, legend, and history While rushing through an airport, I bought this book. It was FANTASTIC!
Literally, I could not put it down. I was especially fascinated by the
tale of the cup and its history. Loved how it wove its way throughout history;
the scoundrels and the messiah who celebrated its power. Arthur Blessing
was kept in the spirit of King Arthur from the Once and Future King and
other stories. I was intrigued and disgusted by Saladin; he was a superb
villian. A book that shows the battle between true purity and true evil
is rare. This book is a pleasure and a lesson.
Merlin1981@aol.com from A librarian in Wake Forest, NC, USA , May
14, 1999 One of the most original storylines I've read. The Forever King is extremely well written, and very original. I've
not come across anything like it. The characters (particularly Arthur and
Merlin/Taliesin) really come alive. However, I must steer readers clear
of the sequel (The Broken Sword). This book ends appropriately without
needing a follow-up. If you're looking for something different from your
normal "murder mystery" or "suspense thriller", then this is for you.
A reader from The Netherlands , May 1, 1999 Amazing! Well, as I said, amazing! I didn't care much for the chapters on Saladin,
but the end was so wonderfully great it made up for everything! I've only
read a few endings like that, simply superb! Yes, goosebumbs and tears
indeed. :)
Matt Walsh (wmmmd@aol.com) from Dallas, Texas , April 1, 1999 This book is worth it! I bought this book, not knowing anything more than what the back of
the book had to say, and that wasn't much. But in my mind, buying this
was worth it. Cochran and Murphy's blend of mythology and modern day life
was incedible and I couldn't put it down. Buy the three most recent books,
they are worth it.
ylloroze79@apl.com from washington , March 21, 1999 very interesting, I couldn't put it down I thought this had to be the best book that I have read. I couldn't
put the book down. It makes you wonder if things like that have ever exsisted
or if they will ever exsist. Overall I loved it.
ediblecrab@aol.com from Indianapolis, IN , December 28, 1998 Couldn't put the book down!! Goose bumps rose all over me when I read the following..." To arms!
Your KING calls you to arms!" GO KING ARTHUR!!! I actually cried!!!! I
bought this book by chance and when I started reading I couldn't put it
down! I love the tales of king Arthur and all his knights so when the authors
placed King Arthur in present day I didn't think they could pull it off...but
they did! Kudos to the authors! I loved the twist they gave the characters
from the olden times of King Arthur to now! I loved this book so much that
before I even finished it I had already gone out and bought the sequel.
When I was done with the sequel I went out and bought the other books these
arthors wrote as well! I am a very finicky reader so it takes a lot to
grab my interest in a book! I would recommend this to everyone with an
imagination!!!
