Red Moon and Black Mountain [Mass Market Paperback]

Joy Chant (Author)

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback
• Publisher: Bantam Books (June 1983)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0553233114
• ISBN-13: 978-0553233117
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.2 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,188,721 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book was the beginning to my love for sci. fiction., June 22, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Red Moon and Black Mountain (Mass Market Paperback)

I first read this book when I was in about the 7th grade. While not an experienced science fiction reader at that point, I knew then that this was an excellent book. I have read many since (Tolkein jumps to mind) and have always remembered this book. It is one of only a few that I have read more than once.

Chant writes a story of three unlikely heros who are adolescents on the verge of growing up. These three are swept into another world where they meet all sorts of races, beings (magical and just plain interesting), and forces. All of these things are instrumental in shaping these children's characters as the children become instrumental in saving or dooming this world and possibly ours.

The vivid portrayal of the three heros (or victims as the case may be) is a spellbinding and action-packed journey for each one of them. Not only does Chant keep you wondering what's going to happen next, but also she weaves lessons into the story with which helps the children mature into adults that we all wish we could be. This book is by far a must read for adventurers, romancers, and any fiction reader. It is an excellent book to introduce to a young person!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Underrated classic fantasy, February 14, 2000

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Mark S. Waldman - See all my reviews

This review is from: Red Moon and Black Mountain (Mass Market Paperback)

I have been reading science fiction for many years. Most of the time, I do not enjoy pure "fantasy" novels, Tolkien being a major exception. This novel is the other major exception. While not as "deep" in some ways as Tolkien's work, the mythic and archetypal qualities of the characters are just as moving. The writing is superb, as well. This is more than a book for children! Even if you don't usually like fantasy novels, try this one!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best, September 6, 2008

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P. Hollings "playfulparent" (Medford, MA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Red Moon and Black Mountain (Mass Market Paperback)

This is a fabulous book. I first read it when I was 15 and picked it up and read it again 30 years later and it was just as magical as the first time. The characters are well developed and their growth believable. The ending is particularly poignant and has stayed with me for years. This book is a must for any fantasy lover, but is also recommended for those who just love a good story.