Wind Singer: Book One in The Wind on Fire Trilogy.

NICHOLSON, William.

ISBN 10: 0786805692 / ISBN 13: 9780786805693

Published by Hyperion Books,, NY:, 2000

About this Item

First American printing. Small spot of abrasion on front board, else fine in a fine dust jacket.

Seller Inventory # 54266

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Wind Singer: Book One in The Wind on Fire Trilogy.
• Publisher: Hyperion Books,, NY:
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0786805692
• ISBN 13: 9780786805693
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Illustrated by Peter Sis
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Fine
• Seller catalogs:
  • Science Fiction and Fantasy
  • Children's Literature II

About this title

Synopsis

Kestrel Hath's schoolroom rebellion against the stifling caste system of Aramanth leads to explosive consequences for her and her family: they are relegated to the city's lowest caste and are ostracized. With nothing left to lose, Kestrel and her twin brother, Bowman, do the unthinkable: they leave the city walls. Their only hope of rescuing the rest of their family is to find the key to the wind singer. Armed with bravery, wits, and determination, Kestrel, Bowman, and a tagalong classmate set off to find the key. Along the way they meet allies and foes, but in order to succeed in their quest, they must face the most sinister force of all: the evil spirit-lord, the Morah.

Review

Reviews for the book:

“a gripping read...a beautifully narrated, warm thriller of a book, full of inventiveness, action and passion” The Guardian

“In terms of imagination and sheer scale, it’s as ambitious as books get...think Star Wars and then some” Daily Telegraph

“Positively surreal imagery, a fast-moving adventure and a cutting satire all in one. An original and striking read.” Melvin Burgess

“An accessible, rebellious and fast-paced adventure and, as you would expect from the author of Shadowlands, a heart-wringing celebration of love.” The Sunday Times