- Hardcover: 303 pages
- Publisher: Amazon Children's Publishing (October 2007)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0761453776
- ISBN-13: 978-0761453772
- Product Dimensions: 20.8 x 13.4 x 3.3 cm
- Shipping Weight: 340 g
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,187,619 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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`[Of Book 1, Secret of the Sirens]: 'I rated this book 5/5 because the story is so brilliant you simply have to read it. I would strongly advise this book so just buy it and read it!!!!!!!!' Jenii, age 10
`This book is the most excellent book I have ever read.' Amazon review
`If you are looking for a book for a child of junior age or above (or their Mum or Dad!) who enjoys fantasy fiction, then this would definitely be a great choice.' Amazon review
`This has all the ingredients of a must-read series.' Publishing News
`I really like it - it reminded me of Susan Cooper's Over Sea Under Stone.' Amanda Craig
`Crackles with tension' TES
`[Of Book 1, Secret of the Sirens]: 'I rated this book 5/5 because the story is so brilliant you simply have to read it. I would strongly advise this book so just buy it and read it!!!!!!!!' Jenii, age 10 --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
`This book is the most excellent book I have ever read.' Amazon review
`If you are looking for a book for a child of junior age or above (or their Mum or Dad!) who enjoys fantasy fiction, then this would definitely be a great choice.' Amazon review
`This has all the ingredients of a must-read series.' Publishing News
`I really like it - it reminded me of Susan Cooper's Over Sea Under Stone.' Amanda Craig
`Crackles with tension' TES
`[Of Book 1, Secret of the Sirens]: 'I rated this book 5/5 because the story is so brilliant you simply have to read it. I would strongly advise this book so just buy it and read it!!!!!!!!' Jenii, age 10 --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
Book Description
"The most important thing that you must know when setting out on your voyage of discovery is that universals are weak. Without our companion creatures, we are nothing. We can defend ourselves, but nothing more. Even the humble snail with its shell can claim as much. Think upon this when the privilege and power of your status makes you boastful. . . ."
Connie Lionheart's great-aunt and uncle try to take her away from the tantalizing reach of the Society for the Protection of Mythical Creatures. What they don't realize is that Connie is the Society's most important member-she is the only universal companion able to bond with all mythical creatures. Connie's great gift also puts her in great danger, as the evil shape-shifter Kullervo needs her power to destroy the Society, once and for all. But how can Connie help anyone, even herself, when she hasn't learned how to use her powers? In this second book of The Companions Quartet, Connie and her friends team together again to protect the fragile bonds between humans, creatures, and the world we must share.
--This text refers to the Paperback edition.
Connie Lionheart's great-aunt and uncle try to take her away from the tantalizing reach of the Society for the Protection of Mythical Creatures. What they don't realize is that Connie is the Society's most important member-she is the only universal companion able to bond with all mythical creatures. Connie's great gift also puts her in great danger, as the evil shape-shifter Kullervo needs her power to destroy the Society, once and for all. But how can Connie help anyone, even herself, when she hasn't learned how to use her powers? In this second book of The Companions Quartet, Connie and her friends team together again to protect the fragile bonds between humans, creatures, and the world we must share.
--This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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4.7 out of 5 stars (3 customer reviews)
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Wow - exciting book, Aug 6 2009
By B. Jacobs - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Gorgon's Gaze (Hardcover)
I am a parent, presumably reading this series to preview it for my kids. But I am enjoying it so much. I found this book to be even more exciting than the first. It is the continuation of Connie's life as she learns to deal with being a universal. She learns that along with special gifts comes great responsibility. I love the action in this book as well as the messages. It has a wonderful environmental message, without coming off as too preachy. The book delivers messages about taking care of your friends, taking responsibility for your own actions, environmental awareness, and accepting people for who they are. Although it is a kids book, I enjoyed it enough to run out and grab the next one.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Superb sequel!, May 16 2010
By Spears - Published on Amazon.com
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This review is from: The Gorgon's Gaze (Hardcover)
The second book in the Companion series is great! This book reads so much faster than the first because the story is already set in book one. We are introduced to more mythological characters that are quite familiar. There seems to be more action in this story, which I prefer. I'm very eager to read the third book. I have 4 boys who also read and loved this book. They are big Percy Jackson fans and this series really helps them continue their love of mythology!
1 of 3 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great!, April 18 2007
By Mr. P. A. Kingdon "Firefly" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Gorgon's Gaze: The Companions Quartet: Book 2 (Paperback)
I thought this book was an exellent sequal. I was a little surprised when I found out that Connie was about 12. Otherwise, though, it was good. I really wanted to smack Connie's aunt, she was so MEAN! I can't believe she ruined the only photo of Scark. But near the end, Col's dad was sort of horrible towards Connie when.....I'll let you find out why....
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