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A thrilling fantasy novel about the four children of night - fire, earth, air, and sea. They are being summoned together by an unknown voice which calls to them - but if they all meet it will mean the destruction of the world. Peter is asked for his help - he must find out who or what is summoning them and why. This is Weem Whitaker's third novel for Oxford University Press. He lives in North Yorkshire.
The convergence of four elemental entities threatens the stability of the world, forcing a protagonist to intervene before their union triggers total destruction. Peter is tasked with identifying the source of a mysterious summons that draws the children of fire, earth, air, and sea toward a singular point. He must navigate the logical constraints of this elemental magic while uncovering the motives of the entity behind the call. The narrative follows Peter's investigation as he attempts to prevent a cataclysmic event that hinges on the meeting of these four powerful figures.
Readers often focus on the elemental mechanics that define the four central characters and how their individual natures influence the plot. Discussion frequently centers on the tension between the protagonist's limited human perspective and the vast, destructive power of the entities he tracks. Critics highlight the author's ability to maintain a consistent sense of urgency as the characters move toward their inevitable meeting point. The world-building is noted for its clear, straightforward approach to magical consequences, which keeps the focus firmly on the central conflict. Readers appreciate the balance between the mystery of the summons and the physical stakes of the impending disaster.
Page Count:
128
Publication Date:
2000-12-07
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0192718460
ISBN-13:
9780192718464
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