Nina and her cousin Ash don't get along, but now have to share a room. Plagued by nightly dreams about becoming an animal, Nina fears that Ash, who dabbles in the occult, is responsible. More terrifying still, the nightmares start to invade Nina's waking hours. But an ancient evil has marked one of them, and if either is going to survive they'll have to stand united against the greater threat.One of the most original fantasy writers currently working.—BooklistThis is a wonderful story, and highly recommended for young adults as well as adults.—Australian SF OnlineCharles de Lint has crafted a complex and engaging novel. De Lint, recognized as a poet as well as a novelist, almost always limns images rich in sensory detail. It is indeed remarkable how much relevant and fascinating detail de Lint has packed into a mere 138 pages... The writing is balanced and beautiful; the story is intricate and satisfying.—SFRA Newsletter, October 1991:This is another excellent urban fantasy from...
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Nina and her cousin Ash don't get along, but now have to share a room. Plagued by nightly dreams about becoming an animal, Nina fears that Ash, who dabbles in the occult, is responsible. More terrifying still, the nightmares start to invade Nina's waking hours. But an ancient evil has marked one of them, and if either is going to survive they'll have to stand united against the greater threat.One of the most original fantasy writers currently working.—BooklistThis is a wonderful story, and highly recommended for young adults as well as adults.—Australian SF OnlineCharles de Lint has crafted a complex and engaging novel. De Lint, recognized as a poet as well as a novelist, almost always limns images rich in sensory detail. It is indeed remarkable how much relevant and fascinating detail de Lint has packed into a mere 138 pages... The writing is balanced and beautiful; the story is intricate and satisfying.—SFRA Newsletter, October 1991:This is another excellent urban fantasy from...