The Black Cauldron by Alexander is the second book in the Chronicles of Prydain series. Under the command of Prince Gwidion, young Taran accompanies several other kings and warriors attack Annuvin to capture the evil black cauldron that the wizard Arawn uses to create his deathly cauldron warriors. The plan works flawlessly except that they are too late. The cauldron has already been stolen, and the various bands are separated battling Arawn's huntsmen. On their way back to rendezvous at one of the castles, Taran's group learns that the cauldron was taken to the marshes of Morva and change their course to attempt to beat Arawn to the cauldron. Along the way they must elude Arawn's huntsman, suffer great sacrifices, and stand against those among them who seek the cauldron for their own glory and purposes.
More action packed and better developed than the first book in the series, I had a hard time keeping myself from peeking at the next chapter when I had finished reading for the day to my 8yo. Depending on the child, I would recommend this for ages 8 and up. Excellent read. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
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