Cybele's Secret (Wildwood Dancing) - Softcover

Marillier, Juliet

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0553494864 ISBN 13: 9780553494860

Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers, 2011

Synopsis

FOR PAULA, ACCOMPANYING her merchant father on a trading voyage to Istanbul is a dream come true. They have come to this city of trade on a special mission to purchase a most rare artifact--a gift from the ancient goddess, Cybele, to her followers. It's the only remnant of a lost, pagan cult.

But no sooner have they arrived when it becomes clear they may be playing at a dangerous game. A colleague and friend of Paula's father is found murdered. There are rumors of Cybele's cult reviving within the very walls of Istanbul. And most telling of all, signs have begun to appear to Paula, urging her to unlock Cybele's secret.

Meanwhile, Paula doesn't know who she can trust in Istanbul, and finds herself drawn to two very different men. As time begins to run out, Paula realizes they may all be tied up in the destiny of Cybele's Gift, and she must solve the puzzle before unknown but deadly enemies catch up to her. . . .

Full of romance, danger, magic, and suspense, this is a story to excite the most adventurous spirit.

About this title

Product Description:

Cybele's Secret Paula accompanies her merchant father on a trading voyage to Istanbul. They are on a special mission to purchase a most rare artifact--a gift from the ancient goddess Cybele to her pagan cult. But it soon becomes clear they may be playing a dangerous game. Full description

Review:

Starred Review, Booklist, July 1, 2008:
"Teens who didn't know Marillier when they started this sandalwood-scented adventure will rapidly place her alongside the likes of romantic-fantasy idols Shannon Hale and Sharon Shinn."

About this edition

• Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 0553494864
• ISBN 13: 9780553494860
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 448