Authors: Shannon Hale
Palace of Stone (30 page)
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“Shannon Hale writes deft, lyrical, wonderful fantasy.”
—Holly Black, author of The Spiderwick Chronicles and
Tithe
“There are many pleasures to this satisfying tale: a precise lyricism to the language … and a rhythm to the story that takes its tropes from many places, but its heart from ours.… An unalloyed joy.”
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Kirkus Reviews
, starred review
“This is not a fluffy, predictable fairy tale.… Instead, Hale weaves an intricate, multilayerd story about families, relationships, education, and the place we call home.” —SLJ, starred review
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The Books of Bayern
“A magical retelling of the Grimms’ fairy tale.… Hale’s retelling is a wonderfully rich one, full of eloquent description and lovely imagery.… Fans of high fantasy will be delighted with this novel.”
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SLJ
, starred review
“Enchanting.… A beautiful coming-of-age story.”
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The New York Times Book Review
“Powerful and romantic.”
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Kirkus Reviews
“This novel’s pulsing heart lies in rich writing and sharply drawn characters, elements that will be devoured by genre fans just like kindling beneath flames.”
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Booklist
“[A] stirring, stand-alone adventure. . . . Suspenseful, magical, and heartfelt, this is a story that will wholly envelop its readers.”
—Booklist,
starred review
“This novel will be a special treat for readers of Hale’s other two companion books, but it also stands on its own as a unique and tender coming-of-age story.”
—Publishers Weekly,
starred review
“Romantic and action-filled … a rich, satisfying read.”
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Booklist
“Hale has created a strong stand-alone companion. . . . Fans of the earlier titles as well as admirers of the genre will find Rin’s journey a compelling read.”
—SLJ
Look for Shannon Hale’s highly acclaimed novel
BOOK OF A THOUSAND DAYS
Inspired by a little-known fairy tale from the Brothers Grimm, Shannon Hale brings her fans a heartrending tale of mistaken identity and love gone awry.
“Hale delivers another winning fantasy. . . . Readers will be riveted as Dashti and Saren escape and flee to the Khan’s realm where, through a series of deceptions, contrivances, and a riotously triumphant climax, the tale spins out a thoroughly satisfying ending.”