| Format: | Paperback, 272 pages |
| Published In: | United Kingdom, 03 May 2007 |
| Quantity Available: | 18 |
Dante is a kitchen boy at a sinister institution on the island of Tarnagar. The teachings of Dr Sigmundus hold sway, and everyone has to take ichor when they come of age. No one has dreams after taking ichor. Bea is the privileged daughter of doctors who dreams of a ruined city. When a dangerous new inmate arrives, he stops time and opens up a new world for Dante and Bea. Reviews "This is a remarkable piece of writing, broodingly atmospheric and sympathetic towards its troubled teenaged protagonists." -- The Times 20060923 "This gripping thriller has the freshness and philosophical drive of Philip Pullman's 'His Dark Materials' with a substitution of spirituality and belief for that of inspiration and creativity. A must-read for all creative, free thinkers." -- Books for Keeps 20061101 This is an absorbing, page-turning adventure, with echoes of Orwell and Huxley, tackling powerful themes of authority, oppression and autonomy. -- The Bookseller 20060401 About the Author Brian Keaney is a former teacher who now writes full time. He is also currently writer-in-residence at a London college. His other books include Family Secrets, The Private Life of Georgia Brown and Balloon House. Bitter Fruit and Jacob's Ladder were shortlisted for the South Lanarkshire Children's Book Award. |
| Publisher: | Orchard Books |
| ISBN: | 1846162254 |
| EAN: | 9781846162251 |
| Dimensions: | 19.0 x 128.0 x 2.0 centimeters |
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