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The Outcast Mage

The Shattered Lands, Book 1

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The Outcast Mage

By: Annabel Campbell
Narrated by: Sarah Slimani
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 'Truly enchanting' Trudi Canavan

The Outcast Mage is an unmissable epic fantasy debut, packed with adventure, mystery and dragonfire, where a young mage's struggle to master her magical powers could spell disaster for an entire continent

In the glass city of Amoria, magic is everything. And Naila, student at the city's academy, is running out of time to prove she can control hers. If she fails, she'll be forced into exile . . . or consumed by her own power.

When a tragic incident threatens her place at the Academy, Naila is saved by Haelius Akana, the most powerful living mage. Haelius risks his reputation to help her to harness her abilities, but he has many enemies who desire him - and Naila - to fail. Trapped in the deadly schemes of Amoria's elite, Naila must discover the truth of her powers, or watch Amoria descend into civil war.

For there is danger brewing on the wind, and greater forces at work across the wider world. Forces who could use her powers for good . . . or destroy everything she's ever known.

'The Outcast Mage is a spectacular debut, full of heart and magic, with complex, courageous characters and a blossoming underdog you cannot help but cheer on. Campbell is a shining new talent in fantasy' Cameron Johnston

'Disaster wizards galore, rich political intrigue, and a hint of dragonfire, The Outcast Mage reminds me why I love epic fantasy so much. If you like Trudi Canavan and Garth Nix, you're going to adore this' Georgia Summers

'With stakes as high as the glittering glass towers of Amoria, The Outcast Mage is a strong, pathos-filled start to an epic new fantasy series. Fans of political maneuvering, powerful magic and found family will find much to love' Julie Leong

'Annabel Campbell has created a rich fantasy, textured with complex politics and mysteries upon mysteries' Joma West

The Outcast Mage is a shining joy of a book. In a deft twist on epic fantasy, Campbell spins a captivating world out of glass and sand, and populates it with people who are brave and flawed and truly human' Lorraine Wilson©2025 Annabel Campbell (P)2025 Hachette Audio UK Dragons & Mythical Creatures Epic Fantasy Magic Magic Users Wizardry Outcast Fiction Emotionally Gripping Heartfelt

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The Outcast Mage is classic fantasy brought up to date, tropes embraced and subverted left right and centre. Reminds you of why you fell in love with fantasy as a child, but grown up so you can enjoy it as an adult.

The mix of characters shows you different aspects of the story, and the world brilliantly.

Absolutely love respectful way the middle eastern inspired culture was shown too.

Just brilliant, and the narration was spot on, really glad they chose someone who could pronounce all the Arabic inspired words.

5 stars on all counts.

Simply amazing

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Really well written fantasy book.
I couldn’t stop listening.
Book one contains incredible world building, really believable characters and opens so many options for book two that I absolutely can’t wait for!

Absolute Banger

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The Outcast Mage is fantasy at its finest, set in a world that stays with you long after reading. Beautiful writing matched with a pacy plot makes this an unputdownable tale full of political intrigue, characters you love to follow through their adventures (and misadventures) and a clever magic system that sweeps you up in a whorl of wonder. Can't wait for the second installment!

Beautiful, pacy and full of intrigue- fantasy at its finest

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The characters are well rounded and engaging. The storyline moved forward quickly, creating an increasingly absorbing and exciting world

A well written and engrossing story

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Comprehensive , captivating ,enjoyable with touch of diversity lightly blended spice from various cultures. I will reading again

Diversity

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thoroughly enjoyable, good pace, only a couple of cringe writing moments.
can't wait for next book.

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