A masterful tale of corrupt politics, profound evil and finding the courage to do what’s right.
Quentin, a rabbit, has never been one to question the government’s authority, but when a military guard beats him and his friend, Zack, for missing curfew, his faith in Stonehaven’s rulers begins to falter. His doubts multiply when he discovers that his childhood tormentor, Wally, is a guard in the Stonehaven military. Usually timid Quentin is forced to act on these doubts when he comes to believe that the government is responsible for the disappearance of his friend Frank’s wife and children.
Meanwhile, across the forest in Foxboro, Harry (a fox) receives an unpleasant visit from his younger brother Isaac, a cruel man who has bought his way into the ruling class. Isaac offers to pay Harry handsomely to travel to a stone fortress (Stonehaven) where wild rumors abound about rabbits who can talk and think just like foxes. Harry hates to appease his brother, but the money is too good. He starts off into the forest on a journey that will lead him, and the other creatures involved, to uncover dark revelations about animalkind and the lines some creatures will cross for gold.
Gruesome action highlights this Orwell-esque tale. The narrative deftly shifts from Quentin to Harry, and sometimes to other characters, heightening the suspense. Readers will identify with Harry and Quentin’s struggle to overcome the bullies in their lives, as well as their larger struggle against evil. A stunning first novel, in the same league as Animal Farm.
DweebMeter: 5/5
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Sep 25, 2008 at 1:23 am
The best book I have ever read.
Apr 16, 2009 at 11:18 pm
This book isnt that great