Abhorsen Classic Edition
Abhorsen Classic Edition by Garth Nix is a revised edition published by HarperCollins on August 3, 2021, featuring 384 pages in English. This book concludes the Old Kingdom Trilogy, which began with Sabriel 25 years ago. In this installment, Lirael, now the Abhorsen-in-Waiting, must confront the looming threat of the Destroyer, as both Sabriel and King Touchstone have gone missing. With only a vision from the Clayr to guide her and the support of her companions, Lirael embarks on a perilous journey to prevent the catastrophic unleashing of Orannis’s powers.
Readers will find a blend of action and adventure as Lirael navigates the realms of Life and Death in her quest to thwart evil. The narrative explores themes of coming of age and family, set against a backdrop of fantasy and horror. This edition also includes original art by Leo and Diane Dillon, enhancing the experience of this epic conclusion. As Lirael faces her challenges, the story promises a dramatic and engaging finale to the trilogy, appealing to fans of juvenile fiction and young adult fantasy alike.
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What began with Sabriel 25 years ago comes to an unforgettable conclusion to the Old Kingdom Trilogy in Abhosren by master of fantasy and globally bestselling Garth Nix, now available in a special anniversary edition with original art by Leo and Diane Dillon.
The last hope for the living.
The Abhorsen Sabriel and King Touchstone are missing, leaving only Lirael–newly come into her inheritance as the Abhorsen-in-Waiting–to stop the Destroyer. If Orannis’s unspeakable powers are unleashed, it will mean the end of all Life. With only a vision from the Clayr to guide her and the help of her companions–Sam, the Disreputable Dog, and Mogget–Lirael must search in both Life and Death for some means to defeat the evil destructor . . . before it is too late.
“Nix brings his trilogy to a literally earth-shattering conclusion. Action explodes from the very first pages. Breathtaking, bittersweet, and utterly unforgettable.” –Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
“This title has a cinematic sweep; the tense, climactic confrontation pulls from the very beginning into a tightly constructed, satisfying conclusion.” –BCCB
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