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Paperback edition of the standalone fantasy from the bestselling author of the "Demonata" series. In a harsh, unforgiving world of slavery and glorified executions, one boy's humiliation leads him to embark on a perilous quest. Ties in with the publication of the first in Shan's new "Mr Crepsley" series. Ages: 11+.
Synopsis
A brilliant and brand new story of swords, sand and sorcery from the endless imagination that brought you The Saga of Darren Shan and the Demonata. New characters -- same excitement, action and terror!