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Trials of Death
Series: The Saga of Darren Shan
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This is the fifth title in the compelling and chilling saga of Darren Shan, but the second part in a new trilogy, following Darren’s initiation into the vampire clan.
TRIALS OF DEATH -- the fifth title in the compelling and chilling saga of Darren Shan -- but the second part in a new TRILOGY, following Darren's initiation into the vampire clan. THE SAGA OF DARREN SHAN BOOK 5 Compelled by his loyalty to Mr Crepsley, Darren Shan, the vampire's assistant, agrees to prove his worthiness to the vampire clan by undertaking a series of trials. Each Trial is set by the Vampire Princes to test agility, cunning and intelligence. Failure means death. Whilst their attention is focused on Darren, the vampire clan fail to notice that the vampaneze have infiltrated their mountain stronghold. Who is the traitor helping the vampaneze, and will Darren survive the trials to oust the vampire's greatest foes? Another atmospheric and terrifying tale from the author of Cirque Du Freak. Key title / The worldwide bestselling series relaunched and ready to be loved by a whole new generation of Shansters! / Cirque Du Freak - the movie from Universal Pictures is due in cinemas in February 2009!! Directed by Paul Weitz (About a Boy, American Pie, In Good Company), starring Salma Heyek and John C Reilly - it's guaranteed to attract new readers to Darren's books / The Saga of Darren Shan 12 book series has sold over 1 million copies in the UK alone and is published all over the world / Supported by a large scale marketing & PR campaign to include bespoke Darren Shan dumpbin in all high street retailers and massive online PR/viral campaign to recruit new readers / Competition: Paul Stewart
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Trials of Death is the fifth title in the compelling and chilling saga of Darren Shan, marking the second part in a new trilogy following Darren's initiation into the vampire clan.
In Trials of Death, compelled by his loyalty to Mr Crepsley, Darren Shan, the vampire's assistant, agrees to prove his worthiness to the vampire clan by undertaking a series of trials. Each trial is set by the Vampire Princes to test agility, cunning, and intelligence. Failure means death.
Whilst their attention is focused on Darren, the vampire clan fails to notice that the vampaneze have infiltrated their mountain stronghold. Who is the traitor helping the vampaneze, and will Darren survive the trials to oust the vampire's greatest foes?
Another atmospheric and terrifying tale from the author of Cirque Du Freak.
Series: The Saga of Darren Shan
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Trials of Death
Trials of Death is the fifth title in the compelling and chilling saga of Darren Shan, marking the second part in a new trilogy following Darren's initiation into the vampire clan. In Trials of Death, compelled by his loyalty to Mr Crepsley, Darren Shan, the vampire's assistant, agrees to prove his worthiness to the vampire clan by undertaking a series...PaperbackSold Out
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Trials of Death by Darren Shan continues to captivate readers with its blend of fast-paced action and compelling narrative that leaves them eager for more. The book is praised for its brilliant and macabre storytelling that juggles humour and darkness effectively, creating an engaging young adult read.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780007114405
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 October 2001
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: HarperCollins
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 13.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 130g
Pages: 176
About the Author
Born in London in 1972, Darren O'Shaughnessy [ writing as Darren Shan] moved to Limerick with his parents and younger brother. Darren returned to London to study Sociology and English then worked for a TV cable company. His first adult novel Ayumarca has been published by Orion and his writing has been likened to Clive Barker and Iain Banks. He is now a full-time writer of TV scripts and novels. The Trials of Darren Shan is his fifth title for children.
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