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 Duncton Wood - William Horwood
Newest Review: ... nature was twisted by his fearful birth on the barren, icy slopes of Siabod and just a touch of pity is possible. However, ... more  ... Rune his closest and most trusted henchmole is pure dark and sadistic evil. His ability to hide his ambition and treacherous scheming, while seducing the other henchmoles who control with iron talons the system for Mandrake, is leading inexorably towards disaster for all. Rune's hatred, combined with desire for Rebecca, was only to fuel his fearful anger. Beneath this autocracy are led the lives of others whose stories weave throughout our tale. Beside them are the mysterious Pasture moles who are believed ...more |
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Duncton Wood - William Horwood: Duncton Wood (1526 words)
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The once proud soul of Duncton Wood was in decline. From the West Side to Marsh End and even within the comfortable living of Barrow Vale, the inhabitants lived out their lives bereft of spiritual direction. The ancient system lay far above them, its great tunnels and chambers empty, silent and forgotten. Even the Stone which crowned it no longer received the prayers of Midsummer Ritual - since to approach its mystery was forbidden on pain of instant and bloody death. For the malevolent tyrant Mandrake had taken control of the council aided by his evil henchman, the blackhearted Rune. Into these times is born Bracken, who learns as he grows towards ... Read the complete review
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