--- product_id: 15158534 title: "The Lost Years: Book 1 (Merlin Saga)" price: "€ 19.60" currency: EUR in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.it/products/15158534-the-lost-years-book-1-merlin-saga store_origin: IT region: Italy --- # The Lost Years: Book 1 (Merlin Saga) **Price:** € 19.60 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Lost Years: Book 1 (Merlin Saga) - **How much does it cost?** € 19.60 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.it](https://www.desertcart.it/products/15158534-the-lost-years-book-1-merlin-saga) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description desertcart.com: The Lost Years: Book 1 (Merlin Saga): 9780142418895: Barron, T. A.: Books Review: Every Great Character was Once a Child - Merlin is, and pretty much always has been one of my favorite (male) characters in literature. I agree with the author, it is fun to see him as a child and not just as an adult. A friend recommended this series after I binge-watched the BBC show Merlin and while I am only on the third book of this series I can say that it would be one I'd use for my late elementary school students because it is fun and offers an interesting idea to the man who helped King Arthur before the fact. The constant fighting he does with himself, not wanting to use magic but at the same time wanting very much to learn what he knows he's capable of brings out a piece of his personality that anyone could easily relate to. Recommended for anyone who likes the idea of Merlin and learning about his childhood. Those 'lost' years, his childhood are just as important to his person as what he did as an adult. Review: Just Incredible - Wow, as a young teenager reading this series instilled in me a sense of real beauty in the world, a fullness of life that I can only describe as magical. I am revisiting the series as an adult, something I am sometimes hesitant to do because things I enjoyed don't always live up to the nostalgia! Needless to say, the first book feels as if the magic has been renewed. Some of the most charming characters paired with vibrant, masterful storytelling make The Lost Years of Merlin an outrageously beautiful tale. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #179,038 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #6 in Teen & Young Adult Arthurian Myths & Legends #334 in Teen & Young Adult Wizards & Witches Fantasy #5,538 in Epic Fantasy (Books) | | Book 1 of 12 | Merlin | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (950) | | Dimensions | 0.96 x 7.58 x 5.08 inches | | Edition | Reprint | | Grade level | 5 - 9 | | ISBN-10 | 0142418897 | | ISBN-13 | 978-0142418895 | | Item Weight | 9.6 ounces | | Language | English | | Print length | 352 pages | | Publication date | May 12, 2011 | | Publisher | Puffin Books | | Reading age | 10 - 13 years | ## Images ![The Lost Years: Book 1 (Merlin Saga) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81mxcl3-loL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Every Great Character was Once a Child *by A***R on October 15, 2017* Merlin is, and pretty much always has been one of my favorite (male) characters in literature. I agree with the author, it is fun to see him as a child and not just as an adult. A friend recommended this series after I binge-watched the BBC show Merlin and while I am only on the third book of this series I can say that it would be one I'd use for my late elementary school students because it is fun and offers an interesting idea to the man who helped King Arthur before the fact. The constant fighting he does with himself, not wanting to use magic but at the same time wanting very much to learn what he knows he's capable of brings out a piece of his personality that anyone could easily relate to. Recommended for anyone who likes the idea of Merlin and learning about his childhood. Those 'lost' years, his childhood are just as important to his person as what he did as an adult. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just Incredible *by A***R on July 26, 2025* Wow, as a young teenager reading this series instilled in me a sense of real beauty in the world, a fullness of life that I can only describe as magical. I am revisiting the series as an adult, something I am sometimes hesitant to do because things I enjoyed don't always live up to the nostalgia! Needless to say, the first book feels as if the magic has been renewed. Some of the most charming characters paired with vibrant, masterful storytelling make The Lost Years of Merlin an outrageously beautiful tale. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you or your kids like "quest" books or books about kids with powers, you'll like this book. *by A***R on November 24, 2018* You know when you're looking for a book to capture your kids' imagination, or find one that'll make them realize that they actually like to read? Maybe you make your kids keep their brain's active during the summer, like me, or you have a child that's a voracious reader and are struggling to keep up with their demand for books. Or maybe you're an adult looking for a fanciful read yourself. For all of you, I recommend Merlin: The Lost Years, Book 1 by T.A. Barron. It's one of those books that is just fanciful enough to enchant even the most recalcitrant reader, but plenty fanciful for those who like a good escape. I read it for the first time as an adult a few years ago, and enjoyed it alot. Merlin: The Lost Years, Book 1 is a great book. What Is Merlin, The Lost Years About? From Goodreads: A raging sea tosses a boy upon the shores of ancient Wales. Left for dead, he has no memory, no name, and no home. But it is his determination to find out who he is - to learn the truth about his mysterious powers - that leads him to a strange and enchanted land. And it is there he discovers that the fate of this land and his personal quest are strangely entwined. He is destined to become the greatest wizard of all time--known to all as Merlin. Who Would Like The Lost Years And Why? The Lost Years reminds me slightly me Penric's Demon by Louis McMaster Bujold, as well as The Lie Tree by Frances Hardinge. They're mysterious, rural, a little bit moody, with young protagonists. It also shares a lot of elements with The Dark Is Rising series by Susan Cooper, which I also highly recommend; it's about kids on a quest that brings them in touch with ancient powers. If you or your kids like "quest" books (think 39 Clues), books about kids with powers, or books set in wild, old England, you'll like this book. There are seven books in the series, mind you, so if you get started with one, you'll probably have to read the rest. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Lost Years: Book 1 (Merlin Saga) - The Seven Songs: Book 2 (Merlin Saga) - The Raging Fires: Book 3 (Merlin Saga) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.it/products/15158534-the-lost-years-book-1-merlin-saga](https://www.desertcart.it/products/15158534-the-lost-years-book-1-merlin-saga) --- *Product available on Desertcart Italy* *Store origin: IT* *Last updated: 2026-05-11*