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The Keeping Place: A Journey into the Obernewtyn Chronicles

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The Keeping Place is a novel by Isobelle Carmody, first published in 1994. It is the first book in the Obernewtyn Chronicles, a series of young adult fantasy novels. The novel tells the story of Elspeth Gordie, a young woman who is sent to live at Obernewtyn, a school for gifted children, after her parents are killed in a car accident.

The Keeping Place: The Obernewtyn Chronicles 4

by Isobelle Carmody

4.6 out of 5

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Elspeth is a talented musician, and she quickly makes friends with other students at Obernewtyn who share her interests. However, she soon learns that there is more to Obernewtyn than meets the eye. The school is a haven for gifted children, but it is also a place where dark secrets are hidden.

As Elspeth delves deeper into the mysteries of Obernewtyn, she discovers that she is not who she thought she was. She is the last of a powerful line of witches, and she has the potential to save the world from a great evil. However, she must first learn to control her powers and overcome the challenges that stand in her way.

The Keeping Place is a coming-of-age story that explores themes of friendship, magic, and adventure. It is a well-written and engaging novel that will appeal to young adult readers of all ages.

Characters

The Keeping Place features a cast of well-developed and relatable characters. Elspeth Gordie is a strong and determined protagonist, and she is easy to root for. Her friends, Fifer and Maruman, are also well-developed characters, and they provide Elspeth with much-needed support and friendship.

The adults at Obernewtyn are also well-drawn characters. Headmistress Morwen is a wise and compassionate woman, and she is always there for Elspeth when she needs her. The other teachers at Obernewtyn are also dedicated to their students, and they help Elspeth to develop her powers and overcome her challenges.

Setting

The Keeping Place is set in a world that is both familiar and strange. Obernewtyn is a beautiful and mysterious place, and it is easy to imagine yourself there. The novel also explores the wider world of the Obernewtyn Chronicles, and it is clear that there is much more to this world than meets the eye.

Themes

The Keeping Place explores a number of important themes, including friendship, magic, and adventure. The novel also explores the theme of coming-of-age, and it shows how Elspeth must overcome her challenges and learn to accept herself in order to become a powerful witch.

The Keeping Place is a well-written and engaging novel that will appeal to young adult readers of all ages. It is a coming-of-age story that explores themes of friendship, magic, and adventure. The novel is also set in a beautiful and mysterious world, and it is easy to imagine yourself there. If you are looking for a great young adult fantasy novel to read, then I highly recommend The Keeping Place.

Additional Information

The Keeping Place is the first book in the Obernewtyn Chronicles. The series has a total of six books, and they are all published by Pan Macmillan Australia. The other books in the series are:

The Gathering Light
Ashling
Darkfall
The Red Queen
The Shadow of the Stone

The Obernewtyn Chronicles have been translated into over 20 languages, and they have sold over 1 million copies worldwide. The series has been praised for its well-developed characters, its exciting plot, and its beautiful world-building.

If you are interested in learning more about the Obernewtyn Chronicles, then I encourage you to visit the official website:

https://www.obernewtyn.com/

The Keeping Place: The Obernewtyn Chronicles 4

by Isobelle Carmody

4.6 out of 5