The Wee Free Men
By Terry Pratchett
(HarperCollins, Mass Market Paperback, 9780060012380, 400pp.)
Publication Date: June 2004
Other Editions of This Title: Google eBook, Hardcover, Audio Cassette, Hardcover, Compact Disc, Prebound, Prebound
Categories: Action & Adventure - General, Humorous Stories, Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic
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A nightmarish danger threatens from the other side of reality . . .
Armed with only a frying pan and her common sense, young witch-to-be Tiffany Aching must defend her home against the monsters of Fairyland. Luckily she has some very unusual help: the local Nac Mac Feegle—aka the Wee Free Men—a clan of fierce, sheep-stealing, sword-wielding, six-inch-high blue men.
Together they must face headless horsemen, ferocious grimhounds, terrifying dreams come true, and ultimately the sinister Queen of the Elves herself. . . .
A Story of Discworld
Terry Pratchett is one of the world’s most popular authors. His acclaimed novels have sold more than 75 million copies worldwide. In January 2009, Queen Elizabeth II appointed Pratchett a Knight Bachelor in recognition of his “services to literature.” Sir Terry lives in England.
“The humor and the danger will appeal to Discworld fans and also readers who relish J. K. Rowling’s Harry.”
-ALA Booklist
“A glorious read.”
-School Library Journal (starred review)
“An enthralling and rewarding read.”
-Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“Perfect for anyone who enjoys The Princess Bride and the works of Douglas Adams.” (starred review)
-KLIATT
“Wonderful language, genuinely scary explorations, and a young girl whose growing up is believable and exciting.”
-The Chicago Tribune
“Like Celtic mythology fused with ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer.’”
-New York Times Book Review
“The Carnegie Medal winner’s fans will not be disappointed.”
-Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
“A lovely romp for Pratchett fans of all ages.”
-Locus
“Just the package to appeal to those who admire not just a brave heart but a quick comeback as well.”
-The Horn Book (starred review)
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