Superior Saturday

Allan Corduner's voice is crisp and precise as he narrates the sixth of Arthur Penhaligon's adventures. Corduner's exactitude is crucial, for the complex and fast-moving plot could easily lead to confusion as Arthur tangles with a group of sorcerers from whom he seeks to acquire a series of keys. In making characters distinct, Corduner particularly excels with the sure and controlling tones of Superior Saturday, Arthur's powerful adversary. Listeners will feel the power and threat of this old Denizen who controls thousands of sorcerers. Corduner also keeps listeners in tune with the hero's excitement as Arthur, once asthmatic, becomes strong with magic. Arthur thrills at his strength, but fears that he, too, will become a Denizen. S.W. (c) AudioFile 2008, Portland, Maine