In this companion novel of the World Fantasy Award finalist Water, two master fantasy authors set the world of story ablaze! "This collection of beautifully crafted tales will find a warm welcome from fans of either author, as well as from fantasy readers in general."--School Library Journal "These are stories of creatures that live and die by fire, tales of hope and acceptance that span the ages, from the present to the distant past."--VOYAAfter Water comes Fire--five stories from Robin McKinley and Peter Dickinson about the necessary yet dangerous element. In these tales, a boy and his dog are unexpected guests on a dragonrider's first flight. A slave saves his village with a fiery magic spell. A girl's new friend, the guardian of a mystical bird, is much older than he appears. A young man walks the spirit world to defeat a fireworm. A mysterious dog is a key player in an eerie graveyard showdown. These five short stories are full of magic, mystery, and wonder.
| ISBN | 9780441019199 |
| Autor(a) | Mckinley, Robin |
| Editora | Ace Books |
| Ano de edição | 2010 |
| Páginas | 304 |
| Acabamento | Brochura |
| Dimensões | 20,70 X 14,00 |