Across the Wall
Ratings21
Average rating3.6
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Ratings21
Average rating3.6
Nicholas Sayre will do anything to get across the Wall, back to the Old Kingdom.Thoughts of Lirael and Sam haunt his dreams, and he has come to realize that his destiny lies there, along with all those he cares for. But here in Ancelstierre, far south of the Wall, the Charter is dormant, and among the obstacles Nick faces is one that is not entirely human, and which has a strange power that seems to come from Nicholas himself.With "Nicholas Sayre and the Creature in the Case," Garth Nix continues to explore the magical world of The Abhorsen Trilogy. In additional short stories that range from classic fantasy -- two widely different takes on the Merlin myth -- to a gritty urban version of Hansel and Gretel, to an unusual take on the role of nature in matters of love, and to a heartbreaking story of children and war, Garth Nix displays the range and versatility that have made him one of today's leading writers of fantasy for readers of all ages.
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I will admit that “Nicholas Sayre and the Creature in the Case” was my primary reason for picking up this book. I wanted more stories based in the Old Kingdom and/or Ancelstierre. My only real complaint is that the story isn't long enough; I would love to see another novel (or two or three!).
The other stories in the collection are also good. Some I enjoyed more than others, and several of them had me laughing out loud. Definitely a worthwhile read.
A quick read. It brought me back to one my favorite set of stories. It is too short, and I'd like to have seen more of the magic from”the old kingdom.”
Series
6 primary books8 released booksThe Old Kingdom is a 8-book series with 6 primary works first released in 1995 with contributions by Garth Nix.
Series
6 primary books9 released booksAbhorsen is a 10-book series with 6 primary works first released in 1995 with contributions by Garth Nix.
