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The Talisman

A journey through parallel worlds and the fight for family.

Peter Straub author Stephen King author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Orion Publishing Co

Published:5th Jul '12

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A young boy embarks on a dangerous quest to find a powerful object that could save his mother's life in The Talisman.

In The Talisman, twelve-year-old Jack finds himself in a deserted coastal town, grappling with the absence of his father and the impending loss of his mother. As he navigates his lonely existence, a chance encounter with a mysterious stranger sets him on a perilous path. Jack's quest becomes urgent when he learns about the Talisman, a powerful object that holds the key to saving his dying mother.

Jack's journey takes him into the dark and treacherous Territories, a parallel universe filled with danger and uncertainty. Here, he confronts not only the physical threats of this new world but also the profound struggle between good and evil that permeates the landscape. Each step he takes is fraught with challenges that test his courage and resolve, pushing him to uncover the true nature of bravery and sacrifice.

As he delves deeper into this mythic realm, Jack discovers allies and adversaries alike, each playing a vital role in his quest. The narrative weaves a rich tapestry of suspense, emotion, and the timeless battle against malevolent forces. The Talisman is not just a story of survival; it is an exploration of the bonds of family and the lengths one will go to protect those they love.

One of the most brilliant and chilling thrillers of modern times ... a thrill-a-minute ghost train ride of a novel, filled with astonishingly vivid characters. Reading it is like holding on to a live electric wire. You may want to put it down, but you find that you can't * DAILY MAIL *
Fabulous ... the ultimate in storytelling by two masters of the craft * INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY *
Chilling horror story or fantastic journey through a strange world ... the book works like ... well, like magic * DAILY MIRROR *

  • Short-listed for World Fantasy Award 1985 (UK)

ISBN: 9781409103868

Dimensions: 198mm x 130mm x 52mm

Weight: 668g

992 pages