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An un-traditional coming-of-age story, the Edge Chronicles begins with Beyond the Deepwoods, in which our put-upon protagonist, Twig (a misplaced human boy who's being raised by woodtrolls) gets a hint of his true heritage, sheds his Deepwoods upbringing, and does the unthinkable: He strays from the path. Alone for the first time and surviving by his wits, Twig must surmount all manner of perils to pursue a destiny that is whisperingly, mysteriously promised to him "beyond the Deepwoods." From one frying pan to the next (but never quite into the fire) Twig either bests or befriends a ferocious, Carroll-esque menagerie of Deepwoods denizens--from foul-mouthed halitoads and red-faced slaughterers to galumphing banderbears and piranha-Tribble wig-wigs.
Paul Stewart lays the foundation for some pretty terrific storytelling in this first book--only hinting at what lies ahead in this world where rocks float and sky pirates ride the sky above--but the contribution of illustrator Chris Riddell can't be overstated. Whether in the jowly cheeks of the gyle goblins' Grossmother or the menacing gaze of the supra-evil Gloazgomer, Riddell (an accomplished political cartoonist) manages to match Stewart's descriptions blow-for-blow in evocative pen-and-ink. Grownups and kids alike will rush to the store to pick up the second adventure, the tantalizingly titled Stormchaser. (Ages 9 to 12) --Paul Hughes
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Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Riddell, Chris (illustrator). Paperback. The first book of the Twig trilogy, part of the bestselling Edge ChroniclesAbandoned at birth in the perilous Deepwoods, Twig Verginix is brought up by a family of woodtrolls. One cold night, Twig does what no woodtroll has ever done before - he strays from the path.So begins a heart-stopping adventure that will take Twig through a nightmare world of fearsome goblins, bloodthirsty beasts and flesh-eating trees. Can he discover the truth about his past?Beyond the Deepwoods is the first book of the Twig Saga - second trilogy in The Edge Chronicles, the internationally best-selling fantasy series, which has featured on the UK and the New York Times best-seller lists and sold more than 3 million copies. There are now 13 titles and four trilogies in the series, but each book is a stand-alone adventure, so you can read The Edge Chronicles in any order you choose. Can he discover the truth about his past?Beyond the Deepwoods is the first book of the Twig Saga second trilogy in The Edge Chronicles, the internationally best-selling fantasy series, which has featured on the UK and the New York Times best-seller lists and sold more than 3 million copies. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780552569675
Book Description Soft Cover. Condition: new. Riddell, Chris (illustrator). Seller Inventory # 9780552569675
Book Description paperback. Condition: New. Riddell, Chris (illustrator). Language: ENG. Seller Inventory # 9780552569675
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Brand New. Riddell, Chris (illustrator). 288 pages. 7.80x5.08x0.71 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # __0552569674
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Book Description Paperback / softback. Condition: New. Riddell, Chris (illustrator). New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days. Abandoned at birth in the perilous Deepwoods, Twig Verginix is brought up by a family of woodtrolls. Seller Inventory # B9780552569675
Book Description Condition: New. Riddell, Chris (illustrator). Abandoned at birth in the perilous Deepwoods, Twig is brought up by a family of woodtrolls. One cold night, Twig does what no woodtroll has ever done before - he strays from the path. So begins a heart-stopping adventure that will take Twig through a nightmare world of fearsome goblins, bloodthirsty beasts and flesh-eating trees. Series: The Edge Chronicles. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 5AK; YFC; YFH. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 198 x 129 x 18. Weight in Grams: 206. . 2014. Paperback. . . . . Seller Inventory # V9780552569675
Book Description Condition: New. Riddell, Chris (illustrator). Abandoned at birth in the perilous Deepwoods, Twig is brought up by a family of woodtrolls. One cold night, Twig does what no woodtroll has ever done before - he strays from the path. So begins a heart-stopping adventure that will take Twig through a nightmare world of fearsome goblins, bloodthirsty beasts and flesh-eating trees. Series: The Edge Chronicles. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 5AK; YFC; YFH. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 198 x 129 x 18. Weight in Grams: 206. . 2014. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Seller Inventory # V9780552569675
Book Description Condition: New. Riddell, Chris (illustrator). Seller Inventory # 20222973-n
Book Description PAP. Condition: New. Riddell, Chris (illustrator). New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # GB-9780552569675