About This Book
"The Singing" is the epic conclusion to Alison Croggon's Pellinor series, following the powerful bard Maerad and her younger brother Hem. Separated for much of the story, both embark on perilous journeys, discovering their individual strengths and the true nature of the ancient magic, the Treesong. Maerad grapples with her Elidhu heritage and immense power, while Hem develops extraordinary healing abilities. They must ultimately unite their unique magical objects to sing the Treesong and defeat the malevolent Nameless One, facing sieges, illness, and dark forces along the way. This book is suitable for children aged 9-14 who enjoy complex, high-fantasy narratives with deep world-building and strong themes of courage, family, and the battle between good and evil.
The bard Maerad and her brother Hem hold the key to the mysterious Singing, and each of them must overcome terrible obstacles before they can unite and together unlock the Tree of Song, release the music of the Elidhu, and defeat the Nameless One.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How do Maerad and Hem's individual journeys prepare them for their ultimate task of uniting the Treesong?
2
What does it mean for Maerad to embrace her 'Elidhu being' and her 'Dark' abilities? How does this relate to self-acceptance?
3
Discuss the different forms of courage shown by Maerad, Hem, and other characters throughout the story.
4
How does the concept of 'Truenames' play a role in the characters' power and identity?
5
What lessons can we learn about perseverance and hope from the characters' struggles against the Nameless One and the Black Army?
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