The Library at Mount Char: A Novel by Scott Hawkins (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Library at Mount Char by Scott Hawkins "Originally published in hardcover in the United States by Crown Publishers, an imprint of the Crown Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House LLC, New York, in 2015"--Colophon. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Carolyns not so different from the other people around her. She likes guacamole and cigarettes and steak. She knows how to use a phone. Clothes are a bit tricky, but everyone says nice things about her outfit with the Christmas sweater over the gold bicycle shorts.After all, she was a normal American herself once.That was a long time ago, of course. Before her parents died. Before she and the others were taken in by the man they called Father.In the years since then, Carolyn hasnt had a chance to get out much. Instead, she and her adopted siblings have been raised according to Fathers ancient customs. Theyve studied the books in his Library and learned some of the secrets of his power. And sometimes, theyve wondered if their cruel tutor might secretly be God.Now, Father is missing-perhaps even dead-and the Library that holds his secrets stands unguarded. And with it, control over all of creation.As Carolyn gathers the tools she needs for the battle to come, fierce competitors for this prize align against her, all of them with powers that far exceed her own.But Carolyn has accounted for this.And Carolyn has a plan.The only trouble is that in the war to make a new God, shes forgotten to protect the things that make her human. Author Biography SCOTT HAWKINS works as a software engineer. He and his wife live in Atlanta, where they spend much of their time playing Olympic-caliber fetch with their large pack of foster dogs. The Library at Mount Char is his first novel. Review "A spellbinding story of world-altering power and revenge . . . Hawkins has created a fascinating, unusual world in which ordinary people can learn to wield breathtaking power--and hes also written a compelling story about love and revenge that never loses sight of the human emotions at its heart. A wholly original, engrossing, disturbing, and beautiful book."--Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"An extravagant, beautifully imagined fantasy about a universe that is both familiar and unfamiliar. . . . Hawkins makes nary a misstep in this award-worthy effort of imagination. You wont be able to put it down."--Booklist (starred review)"A bizarre yet utterly compelling debut . . . might remind readers of Robert Jackson Bennetts or Neil Gaimans horror/fantasies."--Library Journal (starred review) "A terrific book, full of dark mystery and genuine beauty."--Richard Kadrey, New York Times bestselling author of Sandman Slim "A first-rate novel... a sprawling, epic contemporary fantasy about cruelty and the end of the world, compulsively readable, with the deep, resonant magic of a world where reality is up for grabs. Unputdownable."--Cory Doctorow, New York Times bestselling author of Little Brother and Makers "Funny, horrifying and original...the kind of story that keeps yanking you off in ridiculous new directions every time you think you know whats coming next."--David Wong, New York Times bestselling author of John Dies at the End "The most genuinely original fantasy Ive ever read. Hawkins plays with really, really big ideas and does it with superb invention, deeply affecting characters, and a smashing climax I did not see coming."--Nancy Kress, Hugo and Nebula Award-winning author of Beggars in Spain "This book is batshit crazy. From the very first pages, the story grabs you by the guts and doesnt let go. It mashes together fantasy and thriller, love stories and dark comedy, into a wild trip at once unpredictable and unforgettable. Youll never look at a librarian in quite the same way."--Keith Donohue, New York Times bestselling author of The Stolen Child "A pyrotechnic debut...The most terrifyingly psychopathic depiction of a family of gods and their abusive fathersince Genesis."--Charles Stross, Hugo and Locus Award-winning author of Accelerando and The Apocalypse Codex "Dont pick up this book unless you want to read something youve absolutely never read before. The Library at Mount Char is funny, bizarre, moving, frightening, and surreal. The most original work Ive read in ages."--Walter Jon Williams, New York Times bestselling author of Destinys Way and This is Not a Game Review Quote "Wholly original...the work of the newest major talent in fantasy." -- Wall Street Journal "Freakishly compelling...through heart-thumping acts of violence and laugh-out-loud moments, this book practically dares you to keep reading." --Atlanta Magazine An engrossing fantasy world full of supernatural beings and gruesome consequences." --Boston Globe "Vivid...the dialogue sings...youll spend equal time shuddering and chortling." --Dallas Morning News" "A spellbinding story of world-altering power and revenge...Hawkins has created a fascinating, unusual world in which ordinary people can learn to wield breathtaking power--and hes also written a compelling story about love and revenge that never loses sight of the human emotions at its heart. A wholly original, engrossing, disturbing, and beautiful book." -- Kirkus (starred) Promotional "Headline" Neil Gaiman meets Joe Hill in this astonishingly original, terrifying, and darkly funny contemporary fantasy. Details ISBN0553418629 Author Scott Hawkins Short Title LIB AT MOUNT CHAR Pages 400 Publisher Broadway Books Language English ISBN-10 0553418629 ISBN-13 9780553418620 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY FIC Year 2016 Publication Date 2016-03-15 Imprint Crown Publishing Group, Division of Random House Inc Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Audience General/Trade Subtitle A Novel UK Release Date 2016-03-15 AU Release Date 2016-03-15 NZ Release Date 2016-03-15 US Release Date 2016-03-15 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:97494333;

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