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Inscríbete en LibraryThing para averiguar si este libro te gustará. Actualmente no hay Conversaciones sobre este libro. I loved the way this book built up, giving different events affecting various people and adding to the mystery. The atmosphere was terrific, and the characters drew me into the plot, too - each was interesting in different ways, and one of them I was truly sorry to see go! The suspense was nicely judged: the only reason I've given it a 4 instead of a 5 was that I was left wanting more! ( ) Not sure whether this should be called a series of interconnected short stories or a novella, but in any case, Bird uses it to promote an environmental message. Actually, I found the story, concerning the mysterious disappearance on the Scottish coast of dogs, children, and adults to be more compelling than the ultimate message. Bird has a knack for creating out-of-kilter characters who are fun to watch, and the Scottish setting is very well done--at least it adds an element of exotica for this American reader! There is a nice bit of John Wyndham type science fiction here as well. sin reseñas | añadir una reseña
When Sam hears that the storms along Scotland's east coast, there's only one thing he wants to do - catch the surf. Missing out is not an option. Taking his board out to sea is full of risk. The storms are even heavier than Sam expects and he doesn't escape unscathed. Nor do the local towns and beaches which are left battered, damaged and covered in the detritus of the sea, including some rather strange looking rocks the likes of which nobody has ever seen before. In the storm's aftermath, however, there are a series of unusual events. First of all, there are the missing dogs, followed closely by the disappearence of some young children who were last seen playing on the sand. Not to mention the unusual noises that have been keeping people awake at night. Talk on the streets of Dunbar is that it's Black Agnes returned to take revenge. Others fear environmental catastrophe. Still more cite ancient visions of the end of the world. The Rocks Below is a tale suitable for adults, young adults and older children. It contains a subtle yet powerful message relating to environmental issues. Fusing elements of crime fiction, science fiction and adventure stories, this is a book that entertains and stimulates thought in one exciting read. No se han encontrado descripciones de biblioteca. |
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