The humming of numbers / by Joni Sensel
2008, First Edition. New York : Henry Holt and Co. An exceptional copy; fine in an equally fine dw, now mylar-sleeved. Particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Literally as new.; 243 pages; Description: 243 p. ; 22 cm. A Junior Library Guild selection. Subjects: Monastic and religious life - Witches - Vikings - Ireland - History - To 1172 - Juvenile fiction. Summary: Aidan is poised to take his monastic vows-until a girl enters the abbey, one who hums of the number eleven. Aidan has the ability to hear the humming of numbers, a buzzing energy given off by living things. He is captivated and tormented by the mysterious girl, Lana, who has some unusual abilities of her own. How can he become a monk when his mind is filled with impure thoughts? Before he can begin to sort his feelings out, the Vikings raid. Only Aidan and Lana can save the village from certain, violent death-and only if they learn to trust in their mysterious talents. Joni Sensel's richly imagined new novel is a compelling blend of fantasy and adventure. Item #154705
ISBN: 0805083278
Price: €10.95