Shrine - Hardcover

Herbert, James

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0450048942 ISBN 13: 9780450048944

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton General Division, 1986

Synopsis

A hardback edition of a novel published simultaneously in paperback, in which a deaf-mute girl, transformed by a visitation, is suddenly able to perform miracles, but then becomes the agent of a corrupt, evil force that is centuries old.

About this title

About the Author:

James Herbert is an author of chilling fiction; his works include Fluke, Nobody True, Once, Others, Portent, and The Rats. His more than 20 novels have sold more than 48 million copies worldwide, and are available in 33 languages. In 2010 he was awarded The World Horror Convention Grand Master Award.

From AudioFile:

English journalist Fen falls into an amazing story when he rescues a sleepwalking deaf-mute girl named Alice. After Alice is visited by an apparition, she is suddenly cured and works her own miracles. Narrator Sean Barrett splendidly presents the best and worst in people who are influenced by the "miracle." Each transition between characters and situations is perfectly translated by Barrett's controlled delivery. Particularly moving is the death of a beloved priest. Also, the weather and atmosphere become important characters as the story unfolds, and innocence and evil become one. Barrett's performance could hardly be more compelling. This is a must for those who like scary suspense. S.G.B. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2006, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine

About this edition

• Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton General Division
• Publication date: 1986
• ISBN 10: 0450048942
• ISBN 13: 9780450048944
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1