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The Dastard [Mass Market Paperback]

Piers Anthony (Author)

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Publication Date: Oct 14 2001 | Series: Xanth Novels (Book 24)

Many malevolent menaces have imperiled the magical land of Xanth in its long and storied history. But none has been as despicably dangerous as the Dastard-a craven miscreant who sold his soul to a detestable demon for the power to erase events. Now the entire future of Xanth is at the mercy of his every whim. Only a young dragon-girl named Becka has the power to stop his devious deeds!

Becka is a crossbreed-the daughter of Draco Dragon and a lovely human woman who met, by chance, at a Love Spring. Now fourteen, Becka is beginning to wonder where in Xanth she belongs-on the ground with her mother's people, or flying the skies with her father's kind. So she journeys to the Good Magician Humfrey to discover her True Purpose in life. Much to her astonishment and surprise, the Magician tells her that that a great Destiny awaits her-one that will affect the future of all of Xanth.

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Product Details

Mass Market Paperback: 384 pages
Publisher: Tor Fantasy (Oct 14 2001)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0812574737
ISBN-13: 978-0812574739
Product Dimensions: 17.5 x 10.8 x 2.7 cm
Shipping Weight: 181 g

Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)

Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #71,747 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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From the densely populated imagination of Anthony (Xone of Contention) comes yet another pun and reader-suggestions-laden tale of Xanth. Many familiar characters make their appearance in this slowly unwinding yarn about the eponymous boy, self-named for his dastardly deeds, who undoes history in order to ruin the happiness of everyone he meets, and about the triplet princessesDMelody, Harmony and RhythmDwho are in the conspiracy to stop him. Along for the ride is the dragon/girl, Becka, who refuses to show the Dastard her panties. A poor introduction to Anthony's brand of fantasy, this novel will leave readers feeling as though they've just slogged through one of those deadly comic strips in which the puns come fast and furious and drive everyone mad. Only the staunchest fansDbut there are many of theseDwill be moved to send in their suggestions for the next book. The assertion by minor characters in the book that "we hate Xanth... we detest puns... we're critics" may prove a self-fulfilling prophecy for all who shake their heads at a man reading a book who eats litter. He's "litter-ate." (Oct.)
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Frustrated farm boy Anomy gives up his soul in return for the ability to unhappen events. Since he uses this power mostly for ill, he adopts the sobriquet the Dastard and becomes a problem. The good guys send a half-dragon, half-human girl, a roc, and the princesses Melody, Harmony, and Rhythm on his trail. Complicating the action in this customarily busy Xanth yarn are the Sea Hag, an insatiably vengeful spirit who possesses the bodies of young women, wears them out, and throws them away; time travel; some intriguing limits to and complexities of magic; the usual word- and concept play; and some serious ethical thinking when the Dastard regains a soul (a borrowed one, not the original). Readers may become impatient with the Adult Conspiracy and the power of panties, devices used on all intergender encounters, at the cost of a good deal of their potential, at least for readers who are already conspiring adults. Roland Green
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book Sep 14 2002

By Brittany Cable

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Piers Anthony has done it again with another great book taking place in Xanth. Basically, a man traded his soul for a talent that lets him unhappen things. He calls himself the Dastard, and is now unhappening good things, making everyone miserable. Meanwhile, a dragongirl asks the Good Magician whether she belongs with her mother's people (humans) or with her father's kind (dragons). The Good Magacian tells her to wait for somebody to help, and that's how this girl and the Dastard meet. Not only is that a great plot, but the characters are nice too. The ending is great, too. As usual, expect good puns, exciting adventures, interesing talents, and, all in all, a great book!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Best Xanth book in a long time! April 18 2002

By Mike

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This is one of the best Xanth books that has ever been written. The plot and the talents seemed to be better and more thought out then some of the ones Piers gets from fans. If you like Xanth then you will enjoy it. If you don't, then this may not be the best choice for you. Now, I suggest that you stop reading this review and order this book.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Xanth is my favorite place to visit April 11 2002

By Vicki M. Taylor

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Piers Anthony's Xanth series fills that void we all get when we just want to read for the pure pleasure and not have to "think". You know, like wanting to watch a light hearted movie where you don't have to follow an intricate plot line or keep track of who did what to whom and why. The Xanth series pokes fun at the mundane world. Anyone who lives in Florida will appreciate the way Anthony describes local landmarks with a pun-ish twist.

The Dastard didn't let me down. Piers Anthony is back with a great plot as well as a bucketful puns. I know, people have been saying that the Xanth books were becoming just one big pun and there wasn't really a story. I'll have to agree, but it was only a few books and they were still a GREAT read. But, be forewarned. The Dastard has not one, not two, but more plots and subplots than you'd ever dream of in Xanth book. Savor it slowly so you don't miss any of the fun.

I adore this series and eagerly await the next release. I fiercly guard by collection and only let very special people borrow copies after leaving an adequate replacement such as their car or deed to their house as collateral.

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2.0 out of 5 stars Alright but not his best

This was another example of Anthony's devolving into what friends have termed sexiest lit... I can't say I was terribly impressed by this edition to the Xanth series; it seems like... Read more

Published on Jan 24 2002 by girl_onthego

5.0 out of 5 stars great book

"The dastard" had really well thought of plot. It was full of unexpected twists and turns. It ends up being really emotional and at that point I couldnt put it down!