Powers Book Review

Author: Ursula K. Le Guin

The fantasy world that started in the acclaimed novel Gifts and continued in the popular Voices is back with a the new novel Powers from award-winning author Ursula K. Le Guin. It's a companion to the first two books, so you don't need to read them to be able to enjoy this story, but if will help. Here's our review.

Powers - Life, Freedom and Gavir's Story

This book is a story about Gavir, a dark-skinned boy, his life, his sister and how he discovers things about the world and himself. He starts as a reasonably well-treated slave in a noble house, but his world is torn apart and he ends up free, wandering as he tries to find a place for himself. What makes this book stand out is that it isn't a story about war, goblins or treasure. Instead it's a rich story full of very real situations, great characters, friendships, trust and betrayal.

Powers - Action Packed?

Even though Gavir has a gift to see the future and other people have strange abilities, this isn't a story about weird powers, supernatural heroics or bashing villains in the head with a big stick. If you're looking for action and adventure, this is the wrong book for you.

Powers - Bottom Line

Ursula K. Le Guin is a great writer and Powers is another of her terrific stories that can make you smile, cry and miss it when it's over. It's not action-packed, but it's very real and the characters are so good that it'll keep you reading through all 502 pages. If you're looking for a great bedtime read, Powers is a winner!

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