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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, Margery Gill (Illustrator)
On holiday in Cornwall, the three Drew children discover an ancient map in the attic of the house that they are staying in. They know immediately that it is special. It is even more than that-- the key to finding a grail, a source of power to fight the forces of evil known as the Dark. And in searching for it themselves, the Drews put their very...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780590433204
ISBN-10: 0590433202
Publication Date: 1989
Pages: 244
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  • Currently 3.7/5 Stars.
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3.7 stars, based on 17 ratings
Publisher: Scholastic, Inc
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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vavoice avatar reviewed Over Sea, Under Stone (Dark is Rising, Bk 1) on + 158 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
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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