Shadows Cast by Stars
Shadows Cast by Stars by Catherine Knutsson is a reprint edition published by Simon and Schuster on June 4, 2013. This 464-page book presents a dystopian narrative set two hundred years in the future, where blood, particularly that of aboriginal peoples, has become a highly sought-after commodity due to its protective antibodies against a devastating Plague. The story follows sixteen-year-old Cassandra Mercredi, who, despite her immunity, faces danger as government forces hunt her and her family for their heritage.
Readers will find a richly woven tale that intertwines elements of Indigenous culture with themes of family and survival. As Cassandra navigates her new life on the Island, a sanctuary guarded by guerilla warriors and an energy barrier, she becomes a bridge between the spirit world and her community. The narrative incorporates traditions of the First Peoples alongside familiar mythological stories, creating a unique exploration of identity and resilience in the face of modern challenges.
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Old ways are pitted against new horrors in this compellingly crafted, “atmospherically beautiful” (Kirkus Reviews) dystopian tale about a girl who is both healer and seer.
Two hundred years from now, blood has become the most valuable commodity on the planet—especially the blood of aboriginal peoples, for it contains antibodies that protect them from the Plague ravaging the rest of the world.
Sixteen-year-old Cassandra Mercredi might be immune to the Plague, but that doesn’t mean she’s safe—government forces are searching for those of aboriginal heritage to harvest their blood. When a search threatens Cassandra and her family, they flee to the Island: a mysterious and idyllic territory protected by the Band, a group of guerilla warriors—and by an enigmatic energy barrier that keeps outsiders out and the spirit world in. And though the village healer has taken her under her wing, and the tribal leader’s son into his heart, the creatures of the spirit world are angry, and they have chosen Cassandra to be their voice and instrument…
Incorporating the traditions of the First Peoples as well as the more familiar stories of Greek mythology and Arthurian legend, Shadows Cast by Stars is a haunting, beautifully written story that breathes new life into ancient customs.
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