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<b><i>"An evocative epic laced with myth and fact... Powerful phrasing, sensory descriptions... The Last of the Gifted is a classic." </i>Ottawa Review of Books </b><br><br>Catrin can see the future in a drop of water. Her brother Hyw can take the shape of any bird or animal. Only their magical gifts can protect their people from the invading English forces determined to bring down the country.<br><br>The Prince of Wales needs three magical relics to rally the straggling Welsh forces. Catrin''s gift of Second Sight may be the only hope for success-if she can outwit the English lord who wants to use her gift to capture the prince.<br><br>Her brother Hyw is on the run with the prince and the dwindling Welsh army. To escape the betrayal dogging their heels, Hyw takes refuge in his evolving gift-until shifting shapes puts his humanity in jeopardy.<br><br>With Hyw trapped in his magic and her betrothed in an English prison, Catrin faces an impossible choice: save her brother, or save the man she loves.<br><br>This award-winning medieval fantasy series combines magic, mythology, and historical legends with the realities of 13th Century Wales.<br><br><b><i>"Amazingly written, emotionally driven, and fantasy-fueled... a must-read for fans of the historical fiction/fantasy genres... 10 out of 10."  </i>Anthony Avina<br><br><i>"Weaving history with romance and fantasy... this is a solid novel worthy of the attention of a very broad audience." </i>Top Shelf  <br><br><i>"Well-written... Water Sight touches on historical events with the added taste of fantasy elements..." </i>CM Reviews <br><br><i>"A story sure to ignite the hearts of modern readers..." </i>Dani├¿le Cybulskie, Author, <i>Life in Medieval Europe

 <i><b>"Intoxicating, electrifying... fantastic yet realistic and relatable realms... Highly recommended!" - </i>thereadera <br><br> </b>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.<br><br>Warrior-in-training Hyw can control the minds of animals. His sister Catrin can see the future in a drop of water. <br><br>Hyw wants to use his gift to win a place in the Prince of Wales'' bodyguard. Then ambush and murder stretch the gift in unexpected ways, as the slain prince''s spirit melds with Hyw to help him fight back against the ruthless army of Edward I. <br><br>Catrin''s visions hold only disaster and death. She must convince the young nobleman she''s pledged to marry to help prevent the genocide she foresees. <br><br> Can the gifts be trusted? Or will their world shatter around them? <br><br>This award-winning medieval fantasy combines magic, mythology, and historical legends with the realities of 13th Century Wales. <br><br><b>Winner of the Moonbeam Bronze Medal for YA Fiction<br><br><i>"Filled with adventure and romance and a touch of fantasy... Highly Recommended." 5 Stars  - </i>CM Reviews<br><br><i>"Dramatic descriptions and gripping scenes will make you hold your breath as the straight-forward narrative style of the author will keep your eyes peeled... If you love historic tales, look no further than this jewel crafted by Marie Powell..."  </i>Scribble''s Worth<br><br><i>"Powell does a great job mixing elements of fantasy, mythology, and historical conflict... Overall, a meticulously researched young adult medieval fantasy with compelling characters and high-stakes action. Recommended."  </i>Historical Novels Review<br><br> <i>"Weaving history with romance and fantasy-elegant yet immediately accessible. Highly Recommended."  </i>Top Shelf Magazine<br><br> <i>"Well researched and beautifully written, Powell keeps us riveted... History and magic are intertwined effortlessly to cast a spell over the reader..." </i>Ottawa Review of Books