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Divided against Yourselves (Spell Weaver Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Bill Hiatt (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

4.2 82 ratings

Book 2 of 9: Spell Weaver

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Taliesin Weaver thought that he had saved himself and his friends when he defeated the witch Ceridwen. He was wrong. He always thought of evil as embodied in external threats that he could overcome in combat. Soon he will discover that the worst evil has been inside of him all along.

Tal’s girlfriend is in a coma for which he holds himself responsible. A close friend, suffering from a past-life memory trauma similar to Tal's, is getting worse, not better. Morgan Le Fay is still lurking around and has an agenda Tal can’t figure out. Supernatural interruptions in his life are becoming more frequent, not less so, despite his expectations. In fact, Tal learns that something about his unique nature amplifies otherworldly forces in ways he never imagined were possible, ways that place at risk everyone close to him.

Tal and his allies must face everything from dead armies to dragons. As soon as they overcome one menace, another one is waiting for them. More people are depending on Tal than ever; he carries burdens few adults could face, let alone a sixteen-year-old like himself. Yet somehow Tal at first manages to handle everything the universe throws at him.

What Tal can’t handle is the discovery that a best friend, almost a brother, betrayed him, damaging Tal’s life beyond repair. For the first time, Tal feels a darkness within him, a darkness which he can only barely control--assuming he wants to. He’s no longer sure. Maybe there is something to be said for revenge, and even more to be said for taking what he wants. After all, he has the power.

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"I felt the story was well developed and the action scenes would entertain and keep a good range of boys interested in reading. There is a puppy love vs. true love theme, the kind that happens when you're sixteen, running through the story. This, along with the magic, would keep girls reading. There are so many different side stories and themes in the book that are woven together so well into a complete story, making it appealing to a great variety of readers."
Michelle Randall, Readers' Favorite

"An action-packed tale of reincarnated Arthurian characters living as teenagers...Despite all the action and the superhuman characters, the story never loses sight of the human element...Readers need not have tackled the first book to follow the storyline here, though there's no reason to forgo the pleasure, as the series seems to be living up to its early promise. A top-notch mix of action, adventure and romance with a generous helping of literary allusion."
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"Divided against Yourselves is a young adult fantasy about the reincarnation of Taliesin the Bard and his battle against the nefarious Morgan Le Fay. The book is full of action and adventure that is sure to entertain. More importantly, it offers a unique exploration of the process young people go through as they try to determine who they are and who they want to become...The author's understanding of young adults allows the novel to go beyond mere entertainment as it teaches an important life lesson that makes the story very worthwhile."
Catherine Thureson, Foreword Clarion Reviews

Product details

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00GV3L42I
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Kindle Direction Publishing; 2nd edition (November 23, 2013)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 23, 2013
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 2896 KB
Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 350 pages
Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 149426949X

Best Sellers Rank: #588,440 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #2,009 in Teen & Young Adult Coming of Age Fantasy eBooks
- #3,085 in Coming of Age Fantasy eBooks
- #5,166 in Coming of Age Fantasy (Books)

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As far back as he can remember, Bill Hiatt had a love for reading so intense that he eventually ended up owning over eight thousand books--not counting e-books! He has also loved to write for almost that long. As an English teacher, he had little time to write, though he always felt there were stories within him that longed to get out, and he did manage to publish a few books near the end of his teaching career. Now that he is retired from teaching, the stories are even more anxious to get out into the world, and they will not be denied.

Want to know more? You can send Bill an email at billhiatt@billhiatt.com; he'd love to hear from you. You can also visit his website at https://www.billhiatt.com, his Facebook author page at https://www.facebook.com/writerbillhiatt/, and his Twitter profile at https://twitter.com/BillHiatt2.

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Sheila Deeth

Magical, mysterious, and modern

Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2014

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What would happen if King Arthur’s bard, Taliesin, and King David, of Jewish fame, were both reborn (or reincarnated) in modern day California? When they’re living in the same small coastal town, and they’ve both just battled evil together in Bill Hiatt’s previous book, Living With Your Past Selves, a natural question might be, who else is going to turn up. And if that piques your interest, you’re going to love this book, Divided Against Yourselves.

There are hints and mysteries galore in these middle-grade/young adult novels. The blend of well-researched history, literature, and mythology, with a thoroughly convincing depiction of modern high school life, grabs readers from the first words and doesn’t let go. Dialog between teens is just as convincing as the oath-taking of magical beings; mystical powers are as real as a football match; and the trials of a lonely boy are as authentically told as those of a lovesick teen in recovery.

A novel filled with great characters, scary situations, and real emotion and mystery, Divided Against Yourselves is a wonderful addition to the series, and I’m just hoping for more. The first novel is nicely recapped in the back of the book for new readers, and lightly alluded to in the text, so anyone can start the series here if they want. But why miss book one—it’s great too. And the author has expertly mastered the art of bringing each book in a series to a satisfying conclusion while leaving readers eager for more.

Disclosure: After reading the prequel and the first book, well, I had to read the sequel and I’m thoroughly hooked.

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skillful and gripping

Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2022

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A little too much strategy discussion but given the context it’s hard to avoid. I myself was not up to speed with high school turmoil but am given the chance here to get a clue, if only in hindsight.

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Robin Perron

Just as good as the first Spell Weaver book.

Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2013

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Bill Hiatt’s second Spell Weaver book Divided against Yourselves picks up right where we left off at the end of Living with Your Past Selves. After defeating one evil Tal thinks that he can take a breather, boy was he wrong. Between Carla’s coma, Stan’s awakening, and Morgan’s reentry into our world, Tal and his team have the work cut out for them.

Having recently reviewed Living with Your Past Selves, I was thrilled to find that Bill Hiatt had written a sequel. Getting to reenter the world of a cast of characters I have come to care for has been a great joy. The best part about this Young Adult Science Fiction novel is that it grabs the reader and pulls them in. I became so engrossed in the story that, before I knew it, I had finished and wished there was more.

If you enjoy battles and magic and you’ve read Living with Your Past Selves you should pick up this story. You won’t regret it.

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Very entertaining read

Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2021

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I enjoyed reading this book very much and would recommend it highly to anyone that like magic and lots of action

Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2014

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The second in author Bill Hiatt's Spellweaver series, 'Divided Against Yourselves' picks up where 'Living With Your Past Selves' left off, following the adventures of Taliesin Weaver, as he learns to deal with his mysterious past lives, unexplained supernatural powers, and the intrigue that surrounds him. This is YA literature at its thrilling best, with themes of challenge, trust, and growing up built into a rousing fantasy setting. Fans of Mr. Hiatt will welcome this latest installment, and fantasy enthusiasts will love the spells, magic, and mystery.

Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2014

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I didn't realize this was the second book in a series until after I purchased it so I started the book worried that I would be lost. However, the author does an amazing job of filling you in and even includes a prologue that pulls you up to speed. I was hooked on this story within minutes. The story of Tal and his friends is wonderfully imaginative and laced with historical figures. I really enjoyed the uniqueness of having to integrate all your past lives into one self without losing who you THINK you are in the process. When the story begins Tal's girlfriend Carla is lying in a coma at the local hospital. As he leaves one night Morgan le Fay confronts him, seemingly, searching for her lost sister. The chain of events that unfolds takes Tal on a dark journey that can only end with the help of the most magnificent wizard of all time. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good fantasy novel

Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2014

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Dragons, fighting and magic all come included in this novel. I was enchanted from the first page. While Tal is only sixteen, he is fighting till the death to save the people he loves. The adventures continue with his team and thankfully, the help of the most powerful wizard.
Carla, Tal’s girlfriend, is still in a coma and no one can tell when she will wake up. Just when Tal thinks no one else can be hurt and he can relax, Morgan Le Fay is still lurking around. Tal can’t figure out why, he just patiently waits for another attack.
I stumbled upon this book not knowing it was a series and this is the second book at that. I started to read it anyways, and I could see Hiatt’s talent immediately. Even though this is the second book the prologue was so detailed I easily caught up with the story. I love fantasy and magic, I can’t wait for the series to continue!

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Terry

Good book for a quick simple read.

Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2016

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I enjoyed this book quite well.

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