The Magic Manuscript:
The Nine Companions

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Four friends are inexplicably catapulted back in time—but to different places and different eras. In New France (Quebec) AD 1677, Lance and Bronwen, befriended by Inha and his beautiful sister, Wind Song, learn of the legend of an ancient silver amulet buried on Cacouna Island by a Micmac well.

Jennifer and Arthur find themselves in ancient Sumer over five thousand years ago—and in trouble. Kidnapped by Sheik Faizi, they discover their only hope of escape is to steal his golden amulet. The two amulets are somehow connected, but how? Can any of the companions deliver them to the beautiful and powerful Lady Eve on the island of Eve Ilion? And if they succeed, will they be able to return home?

Cover Art by David Russell
David Russell creates powerful, evocative covers for traditional and eBook publications. He specializes in the genres of fantasy, science fiction, and historical, and has a particular interest in the works of emerging and self-published writers. Vista Design and Illustration Studio

Barbara Burgess is delighted to appear at   SULBY HALL PUBLISHING.
Special thanks to Paul Almond and David Stansfield.

Barbara Burgess received her Bachelor of Arts and did graduate studies, specializing in medieval English literature, at McGill University, Canada. Her thesis supervisor studied with C. S. Lewis at Oxford University. Ms. Burgess is a writer, editor, book reviewer, and teacher. Her first book, The Magic Manuscript: Book One - Voyage to Eve Ilion, was published as a paperback and eBook in 2011.

BABARA BURGESS' REVIEWS & INTERVIEWS WITH AUTHORS

The Chaplain: Book Five of the Alford Saga by Paul Almond
(Paul Almond's website)
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Enchanters: Glys of Myradelle
By David Bryan Russell
Reviewed by Barbara C. Burgess

This is a book one can savour and reread. The story is full of action and adventure, and is conveyed through superb imagination and language. The author weaves a world full of subtle and natural beauty. There is something classic about this book, reminding me of works like Phantastes by George MacDonald, the well-known Scottish writer whom C.S. Lewis greatly admired. As soon as you enter the forest in Enchanters: Glys of Myradelle , you have crossed into a vivid and colourful world of high fantasy.
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The Pioneer:
Book Three of the Alford Saga
By Paul Almond
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The Pilgrim:
Book Four of the Alford Saga
By Paul Almond
Publisher: McArthur & Company
Reviewed By Barbara C. Burgess of Bookpleasures.com

Set in Canada in 1896,  The Pilgrim  is the fourth in the Alford Saga—a series of novels written by Paul Almond, well-known Canadian film and television director. The saga has garnered much international and national acclaim, and for good reason—it provides an in-depth look into Canadian life in the late nineteenth century. More than that, it tells a great story of adventure and romance, one that grips the interest of twenty-first century readers.
Read the full review >>

Meditation, Oneness and Physics:
A Journey Through the Laboratories of Physics and Meditation
By Glen Peter Kezwer
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Princess Ramona, Beloved of Beasts
by Ruth Ingulsrud
Princess Ramona, Beloved of Beasts, is a beautifully written and exquisitely illustrated book. I stopped myself from adding the words “book for children,” because I think that people of all ages will love the book. How could they not. The pictures immediately draw you into the story; the Swedish artist, Therese Larsson , is a master of light and colour. The tale, crafted by author Ruth Ingulsrud, recounts a story that is original, lively, and uplifting. It takes a real expert to use rhyming techniques in a manner that doesn't sound forced. Ruth Ingulsrud has a magical way with words and her use of rhyme works. Children will love to hear the heroine's story and learn how she feels for all the animals in her country and wants to save them from captivity. There are twists and turns to this story, which is very well-paced. I'd altogether recommend it for people who love to read—as a famous Renaissance poet once said—words which teach by delighting.

Barbara's Review of One Little Owl
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MORE OF BARBARA'S REVIEWS AT BOOKPLEASURES.COM

Nothing Ever Happens at the South Pole by Jan Stan Berenstain
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Hello, Everybody!
by Music Together

She Sells Sea Shells
by Music Together

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THE MAGIC MANUSCRIPT: BOOK ONE
VOYAGE TO EVE ILION

THE MAGIC MANUSCRIPT: BOOK ONE
VOYAGE TO EVE ILION

Review by Professor Paul T. Piehler, a former student of British author C. S. Lewis at Oxford University. Read the full review...

Renee Hand's review is available here.

Tony Cole's review of the e-Book.

REVIEWS OF
THE MAGIC MANUSCRIPT: BOOK ONE VOYAGE TO EVE ILION

"On reading The Magic Manuscript: Book One - Voyage to Eve Ilion there are a million and one things to say. What you have created is uplifting, believable, real and yet other worldly. I love your descriptions of the different settings. I can feel the surroundings, smell them; I walk the paths and the trees part for me. It rings and resonates with deep longings, but also with suddenly recognized experiences already experienced. There is a sense the veil is lifted, yes, amnesia healed."

You've done it Barbara, you've done it! Congrats.

"I am going to read it again. I am also going to give a copy to a young person in Ottawa and another young person in Madagascar."
— Jenny, USA

“In The Magic Manuscript: Voyage to Eve Ilion, Barbara Burgess skilfully weaves the lives of two modern British teenagers with Arthurian legend. Over the Christmas holidays, Arthur and Jennifer find the lost manuscript of a 15th-century monk in a cave near the ocean, and the stage is set for mystery, magic, time travel, romance and personal growth. This page-turner will leave you waiting for the sequel!”
— Jill Ronsley, Sun Editing & Book Design

“The Magic Manuscript: Voyage to Eve Ilion brings the legend of King Arthur to life and carries it forward in a time-space weave of the past and present. The adventures and challenges that Arthur, Jennifer, and Lance face in their various lifetimes are riveting. I found each chapter ending thrilling and couldn’t wait to discover what happened next.
This thoughtful story provokes readers into looking deeply at their own goals and the reasons for their choices in life. It is a tale which is creative and beautifully told.”
— Richard L. Tunis, author of the sci-fi novel Beyond

"I just finished your fabulous book!!! Do we have to wait another year for the sequel? My God! I loved the way you took us back and forth in time. I also loved the knowledge and wisdom you brought into the consciousness of the players."
— Jean, Montreal, Canada

"I'm really enjoying the book; it is so beautifully written! I am truly inspired by your poetic ability! I could picture and imagine all your descriptions about Eve Ilion and Cornwall. Also, Artur's journey up the mountain reminded me of a christian book I read when I was young -- Pilgrim's Progress. You probably have heard of it. I think it's famous ... "
— Hannah, 18 years, Vancouver, Canada