by Alan Gibbons (Author)
It has always been this way. The Helati are slaves. Each month, at the full moon, they are expelled to face the demon host, the Lost Souls. But something has changed in the fabric of the times. The demons are controlled by a new master, the Darkwing. Now the danger is permanent, the horror incessant. In a southern port, however, a fourteen year old slave girl, oblivious of her destiny, holds the key to ending the nightmare of the Lost Souls. But will she ever understand the secret that is hidden deep in her memory, the secret of the Black Tower? Alan Gibbons' latest novel is an epic fantasy that takes you through a fabled land, reminiscent of a mythical ancient India. On a roller-coaster ride you will meet shape-shifters, demons, magic, tyrants, an evil lord who is the master of the living dead and countless fighters for evil...and for good.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 384
Edition: paperback / softback
Publisher: Orion Children's Books
Published: 06 Jul 2006
ISBN 10: 1842551787
ISBN 13: 9781842551783
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years
Book Overview: Winner of the Blue Peter 'Book I Couldn't Put Down' Award with SHADOW OF THE MINOTAUR. Twice shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal with SHADOW OF THE MINOTAUR and with THE EDGE. Shortlisted for the 2003 Booktrust Teenage Award with THE EDGE and CAUGHT IN THE CROSSFIRE and the 2004 Booktrust Teenage Award with THE DARK BENEATH. Hugely popular author with extensive fanbase. Widely and frequently reviewed by all major publications. 'Gibbons' attention to detail and ability to get to the core of teenage concerns is nothing short of brilliant.' Joanne Owen 'Touching, real and powerfully memorable...the effect is electric ' Lindsey Fraser on The Edge. Sold in 13 languages around the world. Extensive backlist remains in print with UK sales of over 541,000 copies. Bound proofs available.