Reviewed By: Harriet Klausner
Stardust
Amazon US HC Amazon Canada HC
Neil Gaiman
Class/Genre: Fantasy Magic
Avon, Jan 1999, $22.00, 256 pp.
There seems to be no English village place more secluded than the small town of Wall. The only entrance to and from the rest of the country is through an impenetrable wall that soldiers guard as well as Queen Victoria is protected. Tristan Thorn deeply loves local resident Victoria Forester, but she is as compassionate as a turtle. Tristan is prepared to do anything to win the heart of his beloved, but any passion she might have is buried inside the most frozen of feelings.
When the pair observes a falling star, Tristan sees an omen that his quest to obtain Victoria's love has just formed. He sets off to collect the star to give to Victoria as a token of his love. However, Tristan, who is unaware that part of his genetic make-up is Faerie, has competition from a witch and the Dark Lords, who know that the stars contain much power. Triston's chances of succeeding, let alone living, against his evil opponents seem so slight that even Lloyds would not accept a bet on him. Still, driven by love, who knows what dangers he might overcome.
Neil Gaiman is perhaps, the best comic book writer of the nineties . He has written a highly regarded novel, NEVERWHERE, that previously showcased his immense talent. His second book, STARDUST, demonstrates that Mr. Gaiman is clearly a top fantasy writer. The story line is a brilliant combination of a magical quest with a beautiful love story that has the Gaiman touch. The Sandman will have a difficult time trying to put readers to sleep while they peruse this exciting novel.
Harriet Klausner
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