The Choice Of Magic by Michael G. Manning

A humble farm boy with a rare gift is drawn into the perilous world of magic when a reclusive mentor offers to teach him, thrusting him into a struggle between rival traditions—rigid, sanctioned wizardry and a forgotten, more personal art. As he navigates noble intrigue, jealous rivals, and deadly trials, he must decide what kind of power to wield and what price he is willing to pay to protect his friends and stay true to himself.

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