- Paperback: 160 pages
- Publisher: Orca Book Publishers Ltd. (Jun 1 2001)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1551431114
- ISBN-13: 978-1551431116
- Product Dimensions: 17.3 x 12.4 x 1 cm
- Shipping Weight: 113 g
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #769,400 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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From School Library Journal
Grade 5-8-All of the elements of a good horror story are here: cliff-hanger chapter endings, a brave but flawed hero, a feisty female companion, dire warnings, suspicious characters, and red herrings. As the novel begins, 15-year-old Michael and his father are being ferried to an island off the coast of British Columbia. As they near their destination, the ferryman, an odd and gloomy man, tells them that only one of them will return with him, alluding to an ancient Norse myth to explain the impending troubles. That night, Michael meets Fiona, a girl his own age, who has come to the island alone. The next day, the two begin exploring the area. In the course of their adventures, they come upon ghosts, spirits, sea serpents, and other mystical creatures, and find themselves in a fight for their lives. When the narrative focuses on the plot, it's engaging. Occasionally, however, the story becomes bogged down in references to and recountings of Norse tales. Many of the characters are one-dimensional, meant only to advance the plot. Personal issues are hinted at but rarely explored. On balance, the protagonists are appealing, the writing is skilled, and the mythology is intriguing enough to encourage readers to explore the original tales. The scare's the thing here, and this book doesn't disappoint.
Linda Greengrass, Bank Street College Library, New York City
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Linda Greengrass, Bank Street College Library, New York City
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From Booklist
Gr. 5^-7. An undead sorcerer summons creatures from Icelandic mythology to an island off the coast of modern British Columbia, in this hair-raising sequel to Draugr (1998). Fourteen-year-old Michael travels from Missouri to B.C. with his father, who is finishing a book. The action begins before they reach inhospitable Drang Island--in the midst of a sudden wild storm, their eerie ferryman announces that he'll be carrying only one of them back to the mainland--and it picks up rapidly thereafter. A climactic struggle with the partially decomposed Bolverk, last remnant of an ancient band of Icelandic exiles, ends with the timely arrival of a sea monster identified as the Icelandic world-snake, Jormungand. While uncovering the island's grim history, Michael and Fiona, an acid-tongued new acquaintance, find cryptic messages written in blood on their tents; fend off wolves, snakes, and malicious sprites; and save each other's lives before seeing Bolverk carried off by the monster. The eldritch cast, relentless pace, and occasional gruesome touch create a familiar recipe for Fear Street fans, with a generous dollop of Icelandic lore for flavor. John Peters
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Amazing book great series.,
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This review is from: The haunting of Drang Island (Paperback)
There are three books in the Northern Frights series by Arthur Slade. They are some of his earliest published works and each is a story based on Norse mythology. They were published under the name Arthur G. Slade by Orca Book Publishers. Even though they are currently out of print, they are really worth tracking down.
Michael Asmudson and his father arrive on Drang Island to spend a few weeks camping together, while his dad does research on the myths and legends that surround the island. Michael's first night on the island he meets a strange, strong-willed determined girl named Fiona Gavin. And also that first night, both their tents are vandalized with animal blood written as a warning. Soon it appears that the legends, myths and tales of spirits, strange sacrifices and sea serpents that surround the island might not be that far from the truth. Soon Michael, his father and Fiona find themselves in mortal danger. Michael must make hard decisions, make sacrifices and take risks to do what is right. This book was an amazing read. As a teenager I too was fascinated by Norse and Celtic legends and myths. To see them come back to life in a modern day Canadian setting was amazing. Every time I had to put the book down, I regretted it and wished I could just pick it up and keep reading. The story is very well written, the characters believable and the plot full of twists and turns that will keep you guessing right until the end.
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Amazing book great series.,
By Steven R. McEvoy "MCWPP" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The haunting of Drang Island (Paperback)
There are three books in the Northern Frights series by Arthur Slade. They are some of his earliest published works and each is a story based on Norse mythology. They were published under the name Arthur G. Slade by Orca Book Publishers. Even though they are currently out of print, they are really worth tracking down.
Michael Asmudson and his father arrive on Drang Island to spend a few weeks camping together, while his dad does research on the myths and legends that surround the island. Michael's first night on the island he meets a strange, strong-willed determined girl named Fiona Gavin. And also that first night, both their tents are vandalized with animal blood written as a warning. Soon it appears that the legends, myths and tales of spirits, strange sacrifices and sea serpents that surround the island might not be that far from the truth. Soon Michael, his father and Fiona find themselves in mortal danger. Michael must make hard decisions, make sacrifices and take risks to do what is right. This book was an amazing read. As a teenager I too was fascinated by Norse and Celtic legends and myths. To see them come back to life in a modern day Canadian setting was amazing. Every time I had to put the book down, I regretted it and wished I could just pick it up and keep reading. The story is very well written, the characters believable and the plot full of twists and turns that will keep you guessing right until the end. |
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