MICHAEL SCOTT is an authority on mythology and folklore, and the author of the "New York Times "bestselling series The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel. He lives in Dublin, Ireland.COLETTE FREEDMAN is an award-winning, internationally produced playwright.
In Scott and Freedman's fantastical thriller, when Londoner Sarah Miller helps a mugging victim, she finds herself face to face with one of the Keepers-guardians of powerful and deadly artifacts know as the 13 Hallows. The Keeper gives her Hallow (a broken sword) to Miller and persuades her to deliver it to the Keeper's American nephew, Owen. But when Miller is accused of murder, she and Owen embark on a quest to find the other surviving Keepers, prevent the Hallows from falling into the wrong hands, and avoid the mysterious and malevolent Dark Man. Kate Reading's narration of this audio edition is crisp, emphatic, and well paced. She creates distinctive voices and accents for the novel's characters and keeps listeners engaged throughout. But Reading shines brightest when rendering moments of tension, modulating her tone and pace perfectly and leaving listeners on the edge of their seats. A Tor hardcover. (Dec.) (c) Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved.
"Relentless pacing and a richly detailed story line replete with historical references and bombshell revelations give this fantasy tremendous mainstream crossover potential." --"Publishers Weekly""This tale is fast-paced... Filled with twists and a vile villain, readers will enjoy touring London with Sarah and Owen as their guides." --"Baryon Magazine"
Relentless pacing and a richly detailed story line replete with historical references and bombshell revelations give this fantasy tremendous mainstream crossover potential. "Publishers Weekly" This tale is fast-paced Filled with twists and a vile villain, readers will enjoy touring London with Sarah and Owen as their guides. "Baryon Magazine""
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