The Library at Mount Char by Scott Hawkins Paperback Book

Description: The Library at Mount Char by Scott Hawkins A mysterious library contains the secrets to the universe in a visionary fantasy with elements of dark academia. Perfect for fans of Neil Gaiman. FORMAT Paperback 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.A bizarre yet utterly compelling debut...might remind readers of Robert Jackson Bennetts or Neil Gaimans horror/fantasies. - Library Journal (starred 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 and hes also written a compelling story about love and revenge that never loses sight of the breathtaking power- human emotions at its heart. A wholly original, engrossing, disturbing, and beautiful book. - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Author Biography Scott Hawkins lives in Atlanta with his wife and a large pack of foster dogs. When not writing he enjoys woodwork, cooking long and impractical recipes, and playing fetch with his dogs. He works as a computer programmer. The Library at Mount Char is his first novel. Long 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. A bizarre yet utterly compelling debut...might remind readers of Robert Jackson Bennetts or Neil Gaimans horror/fantasies. -- Library Journal (starred 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 and hes also written a compelling story about love and revenge that never loses sight of the breathtaking power-- human emotions at its heart. A wholly original, engrossing, disturbing, and beautiful book. -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Details ISBN1789099862 Author Scott Hawkins Publisher Titan Books Ltd Year 2022 ISBN-10 1789099862 ISBN-13 9781789099867 Publication Date 2022-04-05 UK Release Date 2022-04-05 Format Paperback Imprint Titan Books Ltd Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom NZ Release Date 2022-04-05 Pages 496 DEWEY 813.6 Audience General AU Release Date 2022-04-04 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:135013745;

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