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Over Sea, Under Stone (Dark is Rising, Bk 1)
Over Sea Under Stone - Dark is Rising, Bk 1
Author: Susan Cooper
"I DID NOT KNOW THAT YOU CHILDREN WOULD BE THE ONES TO FIND IT. OR WHAT DANGER YOU WOULD BE PUTTING YOURSELVES IN." — Throughout time, the forces of good and evil have battled continuously, maintaining the balance. Whenever evil forces grow too powerful, a champion of good is called to drive them back. Now, with evil's power ...  more »
ISBN-13: 9781416949640
ISBN-10: 141694964X
Publication Date: 5/8/2007
Pages: 224
Edition: Reprint
Reading Level: Young Adult
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  • Currently 3.7/5 Stars.
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3.7 stars, based on 32 ratings
Publisher: Simon Pulse
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
Members Wishing: 0
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vavoice avatar reviewed Over Sea, Under Stone (Dark is Rising, Bk 1) on + 158 more book reviews
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This is a great story! I read it several years ago, and it still gives me a shiver. Young readers will want to finish it in one sitting! Even though this is the first book in a series, it is a great stand-alone novel.
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reviewed Over Sea, Under Stone (Dark is Rising, Bk 1) on + 82 more book reviews
Slow and very dated in style and content. Can't believe it will hold the attention of YA audience for long. A lot of unfamiliar British-isms may also put the kids off this one.
reviewed Over Sea, Under Stone (Dark is Rising, Bk 1) on + 9 more book reviews
Classic children's adventure story set on the English Coast. The 3 Drew siblings are caught up in the midst of danger & intrigue on the search for a treasure that harkens back to the time of King Arthur.
reviewed Over Sea, Under Stone (Dark is Rising, Bk 1) on + 11 more book reviews
Exciting treaure search. I loved the mythology that was woven throughout.
halfcaff avatar reviewed Over Sea, Under Stone (Dark is Rising, Bk 1) on + 39 more book reviews
First book in Susan Cooper's wonderful "The Dark is Rising" series, dealing with the ancient magic of Britain. Beautifully written. Recommended!


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