Book Description

“Shannon Hale’s books blow me away. When I read them I get lost in the magic—her stories are magic.” –Stephenie Meyer, author of Twilight

"Shannon Hale writes deft, lyrical, wonderful fantasy." ―Holly Black, author of Tithe and The Spiderwick Chronicles

★“Hale delivers another winning fantasy.” ―Publishers Weekly, starred review

★“Fans of Gail Carson Levin’s Fairest will embrace this similar mix of exotic, fully realized setting; thrilling, enchanted adventure; and heart-melting romance.” --Booklist, starred review

★“Hale has created a richly imagined, mythical land something like medieval Mongolia, replete with magical song and touch therapy for spiritual or corporeal ailments, intuitive animals, and a sort of Faustian werewolf. It’s a highly successful romance.” ―School Library Journal, starred review

“This is another unforgettable book from one of today’s most outstanding YA writers.” ―Teenreads.com

“Hale is a master at reinventing fairy tales as thrilling middle-grade novels, and she outdoes herself in this marvelous novel. …As she did in Princess Academy, Hale offers memorable characters; a richly detailed, exotic setting; thrilling adventure and a compelling romance.” --Buffalo News

“Disguise, despair, adventure and romance fill the pages.”—Columbus Dispatch

“Book of a Thousand Days is most likely going to be one of my favorite books of the year! It’s pure perfection. Only an author who's so good at weaving and spinning a tale rich in characters, adventure and love can pull it off. Hale continues to do so in every wonderful book she's ever written!” --Columbia Daily Tribune

“A rousing, even spellbinding tale.” --Kirkus Reviews

“Readers will be swept away into the brilliant world of this fast-paced fairy tale. Hale’s colorful language and descriptive storytelling bring the story of friendship, love, and discovery to life. As in many fairy tales, the ending and many events are predictable, bit it is an enjoyable read nonetheless. Fans of Ella Enchanted and Hale’s previous works will welcome this book with enthusiasm.” —Kristen Moreland, Teen Reviewer, VOYA

“With such a self-possessed and resourceful heroine and such a rousingly successful trickster caper at the climax, this newest tale takes proud place among Hale’s growing shelf-full of folk-fantasy adventures whose protagonists give “spunk” a good name.” --The Horn Book

“The great adventure, against-the-odds romance, drama, and suspense in Book of a Thousand Days combine to make it a very enjoyable read that is more than that; this is one that will stay with readers past the final page.” —curledup.com