The Master’s Curse by Laura Gallego

Review of the book “The Master’s Curse” by Laura Gallego. Tower Chronicles II

The Curse of the Master (Chronicles of the Tower 2) by Laura Gallego is a youth fantasy novel that continues the story of Dana, a young sorceress who lives in the Tower, a magic school located in the Valley of the Wolves. In this second installment, Dana will have to face the curse that weighs on her teacher, the wizard Fenris, who is condemned to die if she falls in love with someone. In addition, she must deal with the problems that arise among her companions in the Tower, the secrets that the Valley hides, and the threats of a powerful enemy who seeks revenge on Fenris.

The Master’s Curse is a novel that combines adventure, romance, mystery and humor, with an agile and immersive style that captivates the reader from the first pages. The characters are well constructed and evolve throughout the plot, showing their lights and shadows, their virtues and defects. The fantastic world created by Laura Gallego is rich and original, with elements inspired by Norse and Celtic mythology, as well as Spanish folklore. The author knows how to create a magical and captivating atmosphere, which invites you to immerse yourself in reading and enjoy the emotions she transmits.

“The Master’s Curse” is the second installment of the “Crónicas de la Torre” series, written by Spanish author Laura Gallego. This fantasy and adventure novel, aimed at a young audience, continues the story of Dana, Fenris and Saevin, who face new challenges and mysteries in the Valley of the Wolves.

The plot of “The Master’s Curse” focuses on the disappearance of the Master, the enigmatic wizard who runs the Tower and Dana’s mentor. After his disappearance, Dana assumes the responsibility of running the magic school and taking care of his classmates. However, she soon discovers that the Master has fallen victim to a terrible curse that threatens to destroy him. To save him, Dana, Fenris and Saevin must embark on a dangerous mission that will lead them to face unknown enemies and discover dark secrets from the past.

One of the highlights of “The Master’s Curse” is the evolution of the main characters. Throughout the novel, Dana, Fenris, and Saevin experience personal and emotional growth that leads them to face their fears and make difficult decisions. The relationship between the three friends also deepens, showing the importance of mutual support and friendship in times of adversity.

The magical world created by Laura Gallego in “Crónicas de la Torre” expands in this second installment, presenting new settings and fantastic beings that enrich the plot and maintain the reader’s interest. The author manages to maintain a balance between the description of this universe and the development of the story, preventing the narrative from becoming monotonous or overwhelming.

The plot of “The Master’s Curse” is exciting and action-packed, with an agile pace that keeps the reader’s attention at all times. Although the structure of the story follows a classic scheme of adventure and search, Laura Gallego manages to provide unexpected twists and moments of tension that maintain the intrigue until the end.

In conclusion, “The Master’s Curse” is a fantasy and adventure novel that continues the exciting story of Dana, Fenris and Saevin in the magical world of “Tower Chronicles.” Laura Gallego’s ability to develop complex and exciting characters, as well as to expand and enrich the universe she has created, makes this book an essential read for lovers of the genre and followers of the series.

The Master’s Curse is a recommended novel for lovers of fantasy and impossible love stories. It is a work that is part of a saga, but that can be read independently, since it has a closed and satisfactory ending. However, it is likely that the reader will want to continue reading the other installments of the Tower Chronicles, to learn more about the fate of Dana and Fenris, as well as the other characters that populate this fascinating literary universe.