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Authors: Shannon Hale

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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.”
”—
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

 

‘DISCOVER MORE ENCHANTING STORIES BY AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR SHANNON ‘HALE

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.”


SLJ
, starred review

“Enchanting.… A beautiful coming-of-age story.”


The New York Times Book Review

“Powerful and romantic.”


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.”


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.”


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.”

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