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Thirteen Orphans

by Jane Lindskold

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ISBN13: 9780765317001
ISBN10: 0765317001
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As evocative and moving as Charles de Lints Newford books, with the youthful protagonists and exciting action of Mercedes Lackeys fantasies, Thirteen Orphans makes our world today as excitingly strange and unfamiliar as any fantasy realm . . .and grants readers a glimpse of a fantasy world founded by ancient Chinese lore and magic.

As far as college freshman Brenda Morris knows, there is only one Earth and magic exists only in fairy tales.

Brenda is wrong.

A father-daughter weekend turns into a nightmare when Brendas father is magically attacked before her eyes. Brenda soon learns that her ancestors once lived in world of smoke and shadows, of magic and secrets.

When that worlds Emperor was overthrown, the Thirteen Orphans fled to our earth and hid their magic system in the game of mah-jong. Each Orphan represents an animal from the Chinese Zodiac. Brendas father is the Rat. And her polished, former child-star aunt, Pearl—that eminent lady is the Tiger.

Only a handful of Orphans remain to stand against their enemies. The Tiger, the Rooster, the Dog, the Rabbit . . . and Brenda Morris. Not quite the Rat, but not quite human either.

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"Lindskold (Through Wolf's Eyes) delivers an enjoyable but unremarkable series launch. Brenda Morris, an innocent quarter-Chinese college student, is abruptly thrust into the hidden world of the Thirteen Orphans, descendants of magicians who take the forms of Chinese zodiac animals and draw magic from the game of mah-jongg. Brenda fights valiantly against otherworld elements who seek to steal the Orphans' power, but indulges in a painfully juvenile crush on a killer who attacks her father. From a fascinating premise, the narrative stalls repeatedly under the weight of awkward exposition, explanation of magic and mah-jongg and analysis of offscreen events. Stiff, unrealistic dialogue interrupts crisp, clean narrative prose. The only sparkle comes from mysterious assassins Flying Claw and Righteous Drum. After this serviceable setup, readers will mostly hope for the interesting sequel promised by the abrupt conclusion." Publishers Weekly (Copyright Reed Business Information, Inc.)

Synopsis:

As evocative as Charles de Lint's Newford books, and featuring youthful protagonists similar to those found in Mercedes Lackey's fantasies, "Thirteen Orphans" makes the world today as excitingly strange and unfamiliar as any fantasy realm--and grants readers a glimpse of a world founded by ancient Chinese lore and magic.

Synopsis:

The bestselling author of the Wolf series begins a new contemporary fantasy series in this first installment that makes the world today as excitingly strange and unfamiliar as any fantasy realm--and grants readers a glimpse of a world founded by ancient Chinese lore and magic.
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About the Author

Jane Lindskold is the bestselling author of the Wolf series, which began with Through Wolfs Eyes and concluded with Wolfs Blood, as well as many other fantasy novels. She lives in Albuquerque, New Mexico. 

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ajenno, November 20, 2008 (view all comments by ajenno)
I did very much enjoy this book, the main character Brenda needs some fleshing out, but overall the mix of ancient oriental mysteries/magic and modern attitudes is intriguing and enjoyable. I did find myself frustrated at the end of the story because just as it started to get really interesting, it finished. I am very much hoping Ms. Lindskold has some very near plans for a sequel and does not leave us hanging very long!
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780765317001
Author:
Lindskold, Jane
Publisher:
Tor Books
Subject:
Fantasy - Contemporary
Subject:
Fathers and daughters
Subject:
Folklore
Subject:
Fantasy fiction
Subject:
Science Fiction and Fantasy-Fantasy-Contemporary
Copyright:
2008
Edition Description:
Trade Cloth
Publication Date:
20081131
Binding:
HARDCOVER
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Pages:
368
Dimensions:
9.48x6.36x1.25 in. 1.32 lbs.
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Product details 368 pages Tor Books - English 9780765317001 Reviews:
"Publishers Weekly Review" by , "Lindskold (Through Wolf's Eyes) delivers an enjoyable but unremarkable series launch. Brenda Morris, an innocent quarter-Chinese college student, is abruptly thrust into the hidden world of the Thirteen Orphans, descendants of magicians who take the forms of Chinese zodiac animals and draw magic from the game of mah-jongg. Brenda fights valiantly against otherworld elements who seek to steal the Orphans' power, but indulges in a painfully juvenile crush on a killer who attacks her father. From a fascinating premise, the narrative stalls repeatedly under the weight of awkward exposition, explanation of magic and mah-jongg and analysis of offscreen events. Stiff, unrealistic dialogue interrupts crisp, clean narrative prose. The only sparkle comes from mysterious assassins Flying Claw and Righteous Drum. After this serviceable setup, readers will mostly hope for the interesting sequel promised by the abrupt conclusion." Publishers Weekly (Copyright Reed Business Information, Inc.)
"Synopsis" by , As evocative as Charles de Lint's Newford books, and featuring youthful protagonists similar to those found in Mercedes Lackey's fantasies, "Thirteen Orphans" makes the world today as excitingly strange and unfamiliar as any fantasy realm--and grants readers a glimpse of a world founded by ancient Chinese lore and magic.
"Synopsis" by , The bestselling author of the Wolf series begins a new contemporary fantasy series in this first installment that makes the world today as excitingly strange and unfamiliar as any fantasy realm--and grants readers a glimpse of a world founded by ancient Chinese lore and magic.
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