' Book two of the series in the continuing saga with Skulduggery and Valkyrie fighting crime within the magical community. Dialogue's still snappy and pace was good. ' Thought it was better than the first book. laughed and was shocked often ' - Inusgrrl, Usually I'm not a fantasy fan nor a mystery fan but I do so love the Skulduggery Pleasant books.

' Skulduggery Pleasant Book 2 continues with the fun, fantasy and mystery. ' The violence in this sequel struck me as more extreme than the first book. I love every chapter every character every word !!!! ' - Jess, ' Again Amazing another master piece LURVE it. Clever characters and written to entertain its demographics. Overall Performance: Narration Rating: Story Rating:.“Landy gives the term ‘deadpan humor’ a whole new meaning readers who prefer their heroes laconic and their action nonstop are in for a wild ride.” “Readers looking for a mix of magic and action will find it here.” Skullduggery’s subtle humorous asides lighten the mood, and magical details, such as Valkyrie’s ability to throw fireballs, add to the fun.” His style is cinematic, and the action nonstop.

“Landy, who has also written horror screenplays, is in his element here. He keeps up with chases, fights, rescues, and high-speed dialogue and without a pause gives credibility to the characters and their relationships.” Degas doesn’t flag in his narration of the nonstop action. Degas’ flippant, quick delivery of witty lines brings to life Skulduggery’s friendly, hip manner, which is counterpointed with a flatness that only barely covers his core of coldness and a hint of protective fondness for Valkyrie. “Rupert Degas uniquely characterizes each villain, creating chills with gravelly and whispery voices. OL19632041W Page_number_confidence 95.79 Pages 358 Partner Innodata Pdf_module_version 0.0.16 Ppi 360 Rcs_key 24143 Republisher_date 20211103091517 Republisher_operator Republisher_time 390 Scandate 20211030043952 Scanner Scanningcenter cebu Scribe3_search_catalog isbn Scribe3_search_id 9780007267156 Tts_version 4.“Author Landy writes a compelling fantasy/futuristic mystery that is certain to keep young readers’ attention and imagination.This is a great read.” Access-restricted-item true Addeddate 06:06:22 Boxid IA40278112 Camera USB PTP Class Camera Collection_set printdisabled External-identifier

Playing with Fire by Derek Landy