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Marie Powell
ALLi Author Member
Location: Canada
Genres: Thriller, Fantasy/SciFi/Speculative, General Nonfiction, Literary Fiction, Young Adult (YA), Illustrated/Photography, Other Poetry, Children's general
Skills: Press/Media Interview, Reading/Literary Event, Speaking Engagement/Lecture, Writing Workshop
Marie Powell’s adventures in castle-hopping across North Wales to explore her family roots resulted in the YA Fantasy series Last of the Gifted: Spirit Sight (Book 1) and Water Sight (Book 2). Marie is the author of more than 40 traditionally published children’s and YA books, and her award-winning short stories and poetry appear in such literary magazines as Sunlight Press, subTerrain, and Room. Among other degrees, she holds a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing from the University of British Columbia (UBC). Marie lives on Treaty 4 land in Regina, Saskatchewan, and gives popular writing workshops across the region. Find her at mariepowell.ca.
Marie Powell's books
Last of the Gifted: Spirit Sight
Two siblings pledge their magical gifts to protect their people from the invading English, with the help of the last true Prince of Wales—after his murder.
Warrior-in-training Hyw can control the minds of birds and animals. His sister Catrin can see the future in a drop of water. When the Prince of Wales is murdered, Hyw's gift allows him to meld with the prince's spirit. Now they must stand between their people and Longshanks' ruthless army.
Award-winning fantasy combining myths, legends, and the historical realities of 13th Century Wales.
Last of the Gifted: Water Sight
Catrin can see the future in a drop of water. Her gift may be the only hope of finding three magical relics to rally Wales—if she can outwit the English lord who wants to use her gift to capture the prince. To escape betrayal, Hyw takes refuge in his evolving gift—until shifting shapes puts his humanity in jeopardy. With Hyw trapped in his magic and her betrothed in an English jail, Catrin faces an impossible choice: save her brother, or save the man she loves.
Award-winning fantasy combining myths, legends, and the historical realities of 13th Century Wales.
Last of the Gifted (omnibus edition)
“An evocative epic laced with myth and fact... The Last of the Gifted is a classic.”
Ottawa Review of Books
Get this special omnibus edition of the award-winning medieval fantasy series, Last of the Gifted: Spirit Sight (Book 1) and Water Sight (Book 2).
Warrior-in-training Hyw can control the mind of any bird or animal. Catrin can see the future in a drop of water. When the last true Prince of Wales is murdered, Hyw's gift allows him to meld with the prince's spirit. Now they must unite their abilities to help the prince’s traitorous brother escape Longshanks' ruthless army.
Marie Powell’s adventures in castle-hopping across North Wales resulted in this award-winning medieval fantasy, combining magic, mythology, and historical legends with the realities of 13th Century Wales. Marie is the author of more than 40 published books, as well as short fiction, poetry and nonfiction. Find her at mariepowell.ca.
“Filled with adventure and romance and a touch of fantasy… Highly Recommended.”
CM Reviews
“Powell’s prose has a lyrical quality... a meticulously researched young adult medieval fantasy with compelling characters and high-stakes action.”
Historical Novels Review
“Elegant yet immediately accessible to the reader... a solid novel worthy of the attention of a very broad audience. Highly recommended.”
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