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Set in 1803 England, the story follows the Merlin—formerly known as the Irregulars—who have grown confident, proud and powerful. Their advanced magical abilities bring them into frequent conflict with rigid class distinctions within the aristocracy and educational circles. The tension escalates as the mages must intervene in Nazi‑occupied France to rescue a vital French scientist and his family, forcing them to navigate dangerous cross‑national politics and societal barriers.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Fantasy/Historical Fantasy
Authors: Mary Jo Putney
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