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To Hold the Bridge

A tale of the Old Kingdom and other stories
By Garth Nix
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To Hold the Bridge by Garth Nix is a compelling collection of short stories that spans various genres, all crafted with the author's renowned creativity. The book includes tales of fantastical adventures, intriguing futures, and a story set in the Old Kingdom universe. Each narrative showcases unique characters and worlds, offering a thrilling mix of sci-fi, fantasy, and a touch of realism designed to captivate young adult readers.
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You might enjoy this book if you love imaginative storytelling that blends fantasy and adventure with elements of mystery. It offers a collection of unique tales from a well-loved author, featuring different worlds and rich characters, perfect for readers who appreciate exploring new and diverse narratives in the Young Adult genre.

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To Hold the Bridge

A collection of Garth Nix's best short stories, featuring a diverse cast of characters - protectors, travellers, warriors - ranging across vividly evoked worlds and times.

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Far to the north of the magical Old Kingdom, the Greenwash Bridge Company has been building a bridge for almost a hundred years. It is not an easy task, for many dangers threaten the bridge builders, from nomad raiders to Free Magic sorcerers.

Despite the danger, Morghan wants nothing more than to join the Bridge Company as a cadet. But the company takes only the best, the most gifted Charter mages, and trains them hard. For the night might come when even an untried young cadet must hold the bridge alone against the most devastating of foes...

Also included in this remarkable collection are eighteen short stories that showcase Nix's versatility as he adds a fantastical twist on an array of genres including science fiction, paranormal, realistic fiction, mystery, and adventure.

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To Hold the Bridge by Garth Nix has garnered attention for its imaginative settings and diverse tales, offering a collection of short stories that span various genres. Readers appreciate Nix's skillful storytelling which blends fantasy with elements of science fiction and horror. The book is noted for its engaging narratives and the capacity to immerse readers in unique and well-crafted worlds, appealing to a wide range of young adult readers.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781743316559

Publisher: A&U Children's

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 May 2015

Country: Australia

Imprint: A&U Children

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 426g

Pages: 496

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Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Garth Nix Young Adult

About the Author

Garth Nix has been a full-time writer since 2001, but has also worked as a literary agent, marketing consultant, book editor, book publicist, book sales representative, bookseller, and as a part-time soldier in the Australian Army Reserve.

Garth's books include: the YA fantasy Old Kingdom series, including Sabriel, Lirael, Abhorsen, Clariel and Goldenhand; SF novels Shade's Children and A Confusion of Princes; and a Regency romance with magic, Newt's Emerald. His fantasy novels for children include The Ragwitch, the six books of The Seventh Tower sequence, The Keys to the Kingdom series and others. He has co-written several books with Sean Williams, including the Troubletwisters series and the forthcoming Have Sword, Will Travel.

More than five million copies of his books have been sold around the world, they have appeared on the bestseller lists of The New York Times, Publishers Weekly and USA Today and his work has been translated into 42 languages. His most recent book, Frogkisser!, is now being developed as a film by Twentieth Century Fox/Blue Sky Animation.

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