Shadowfell

Marillier, Juliet

ISBN 10: 0375969543 ISBN 13: 9780375969546

Casa editrice: Alfred a Knopf Inc, 2012

Riassunto

Sixteen-year-old Neryn is alone in the land of Alban, where the oppressive king has ordered anyone with magical strengths captured and brought before him. Eager to hide her own canny skill--a uniquely powerful ability to communicate with the fairy-like Good Folk--Neryn sets out for the legendary Shadowfell, a home and training ground for a secret rebel group determined to overthrow the evil King Keldec.

During her dangerous journey, she receives aid from the Good Folk, who tell her she must pass a series of tests in order to recognize her full potential. She also finds help from a handsome young man, Flint, who rescues her from certain death--but whose motives in doing so remain unclear. Neryn struggles to trust her only allies. They both hint that she alone may be the key to Alban's release from Keldec's rule. Homeless, unsure of who to trust, and trapped in an empire determined to crush her, Neryn must make it to Shadowfell not only to save herself, but to save Alban.

Su questo libro

Recensione:

Kirkus Reviews Best of Teen's Books 2012

Starred Review, Publishers Weekly, August 6, 2012:
“For those that wish that Tolkien had explored the character of Aragorn more deeply, Marillier provides the next best thing.”
From the Hardcover edition.

L'autore:

JULIET MARILLIER is the author of several highly popular fantasy novels for adults, including the Sevenwaters Trilogy and the Bridei Chronicles. She is also the author of the teen novelsWildwood Dancing and Cybele's Secret.

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Alfred a Knopf Inc
• Data di pubblicazione: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0375969543
• ISBN 13: 9780375969546
• Rilegatura: Rilegatura all'americana
• Numero di pagine: 410