The Blue Sword

This exciting sequel to The Hero and the Crown is capably rendered by Diane Warren's unvoiced reading, which draws the listener into the harsh landscape of the Damarian hills and desert. Warren's performance transforms young Harry Crewe from Homelander orphan girl into the Lady Hero of the people of Damar. She smoothly turns this illusionary place of magic and demons into a believable world. Young people (and adults) who delight in fantasy literature will thoroughly enjoy this wonderful adventure story which is tinged with just the right amount of romance. (Ages 12 and up.) S.G. (c)AudioFile, Portland, Maine