Goldenhand

The Old Kingdom/Abhorsen Series - Book 5

Goldenhand

By Garth Nix
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“Never lacking in action, the story is equally concerned with showcasing Lirael’s evolution….Devotees will find her growth immensely satisfying…Nix’s signature talent is in full effect, creating strong female characters, lucid descriptions, and an absorbing plot…A masterfully spun tale well worth the years long wait.”

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The long-awaited fifth installment in Garth Nix's New York Times bestselling Old Kingdom series, for listeners who enjoy series by Rae Carson, Kristin Cashore, Scott Westerfeld, and Cassandra Clare

Goldenhand takes place six months after the events of Abhorsen and follows the novella Nicholas Sayre and the Creature in the Case, which is featured in Across the Wall.

Lirael lost one of her hands in the binding of Orannis, but now she has a new hand, one of gilded steel and Charter Magic. On a dangerous journey, Lirael returns to her childhood home, the Clayr's Glacier, where she was once a Second Assistant Librarian. There, a young woman from the distant North brings her a message from her long-dead mother, Arielle. It is a warning about the Witch with No Face. But who is the Witch, and what is she planning? Lirael must use her new powers to save the Old Kingdom from this great danger—and it must be forestalled not only in the living world but also in the cold, remorseless river of Death.

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  1. Ana
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    Fantastic escape

    Garth Nix has pulled it off again, and Heather Wilds does a fabulous job, especially with certain characters. This story is just a wonderful escape with a touch of romance that edges into young adult territory. Adults will love it though, because it is so well written and the adventure carries you through from beginning to end. Despite the dark content, it's actually a pretty lighthearted story — it goes quickly and just leaves you feeling good. I was so happy that Nix decided to return to this world, and he certainly didn't disappoint. Everything is just tied up neatly with both main characters, Lirael and Sameth. A new character is introduced also, a very lovable, wild nomad girl. I would certainly love to read another story with her in it and I suspect that one could be forthcoming. Wilds delivers her feistiness with humor and spunk. There were times when I felt she was reading rather slow, but I suppose for a young adult book that might be advisable. It did not diminish the pleasure much at all.

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