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Title: Good, but not great
Review: I picked up "High Wizardry," the third book in this series, about two years ago because I was looking for something to read for the few days before Christmas. That didn't last long - I was finished it barely after Christmas break had started! Anyway, I liked it a lot and decided to start from the beginning."So You Want To Be A Wizard" was good, but not great. Since I'm not a seasoned science fiction reader (I go more for high fantasy) I found some of the technical terminology that Duane uses somewhat confusing. The magic that the wizards use in this book is a mixture of scientific equations and traditional magic like that we see in Harry Potter, complete with wand-waving. It's an original and unusual way to look at the ageless myths of magic and wizards, sorcery and battles against evil, and I would recommend it to those who like sci-fi and even some who like fantasy. But, if high fantasy is more what you're looking for, I suggest Tamora Pierce's "Song of the Lioness" quartet.
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