Very few people [who know me at all:] are unaware that The Dark Is Rising is possibly my favourite series of books in the history of ever. In the scene I described, a pastor talks about what occurred in Christian terms, and the reader is told explicitly that Christianity is basically like a folk tale for simpletons. When I first read and raved about this series (or as much of it as I could find when I was in middle school--I think I never got hold of Vol 5), it would have been a solid five--or perhaps 7! With New Prefaces by the Author. Again, I couldn't believe that he would do that, although I can see it helped to build the tension into the plot. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Then they are off on their adventure, following the clues. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. . I read it for the first time at the age of 80, and liked it. Over Sea, Under Stone is a fast-paced adventure story, full of exciting incident and perilous situations. One of the most celebrated fantasy sequences of all time, The Dark Is Rising is a searing, epic rendering of the eternal conflict between good and evil. If you are a fan of the Book of Three, you'll like this series. It has some great clue hunting scenes and run-ins with 'darkness' that keeps the suspense going throughout the entire novel. Simon,Jane,and Barney go to the island and find a loose stone.They think this is where the holy grail is. Yes Harry Potter is amazing, The Chronicles of Prydain is exceptional, Redwall is pretty fantastic. Unexpectedly, it featured a few dated, discomfitingly racist tropes, and its pace sputtered a bit more than I would have wanted. Even as young adult this still manages to scare me and is an excellent tale of good vs evil with an innocent yet realistic feel. It is even more than that -- the key to finding a grail, a source of power to fight the forces of evil known as the Dark. My kids boopks have been compared (in reviews on GoodReads, to both this and (to my chagrin) the Famous Five. And while it is good, I can’t wait to get the next one in the series. It would make a lot of sense, given the fact that the series is called "DARKNESS is Rising," and it's about the epic battle between Darkness and Light that has been raging forever, and these are the basic tenets of Manichaeism. I started reading this series because my fiance had purchased the movie "The Seeker" from a discount bin. I'm a suckler for anything with monoliths and megaliths in and this was is full to the brim. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. But it was the coomparish to this one that got me to read it. The Dark is Rising is actually the second book in the series, and much like another famous English fantasy series **coughNarniacough**, the second book is the better one; though in that case you get in to written chronology versus story chronology, and the conversation becomes complicated. Over Sea, Under Stone. At one point the children are hoping to go out at night to pursue one of the clues which involves moonlight. is available now and can be read on any device with the free Kindle app. On holiday in Cornwall, the three Drew children discover an ancient map in the attic of … . But Over Sea, Under Stone is not a mere fantasy; it is a fantasy detective thriller and quest pressed into one. I am a Christian, and I was under the impression that this series was similar to the Chronicles of Narnia. I wish I could give this series a good review. Over Sea, Under Stone By Susan Cooper Grades 6-8; Genre – Fantasy; GRL X; AR pts: 12.0 Barney, Simon and Jane find themselves beset by deadly dangers as they embark on a great quest. There was enough mystery and danger to keep me wanting to listen. Eventually. It’s sweetly written, with likable, resourceful children doing their best to solve puzzles and evade bad guys. Ultimately this is another one of those, "I'm now probably too old and will never experience the nostalgia that other people experience while re-reading this. There was a problem loading your book clubs. THE FOLIO DARK IS RISING SEQUENCE COMPLETE by COOPER Seller Island Books Published 2011-2012 Item Price $ It is even more than that–the key to finding a grail, a source of power to fight the forces of evil known as the Dark. Set out on an adventure that rivals any of Indiana Jones and Lara Croft! Over Sea Under Stone is a great book, just as vivid and imaginative as ever. but even so, I found that jarringly unbelievable. Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2014. Fast Download speed and ads Free! I didn't remember anything at all about it when I came across it again, so it was like an unknown book, except I remembered loving it. The forces of Dark want the map too for its unlimited power and with the help of Uncle Merry it is a mad race to see who can find it first. Perhaps a long car trip is in the offing? Just think of those waves in the Atlantic, and the mast swaying about, and nobody with an appetite for their breakfast except me. ariel is exactly this great: The first book of my all-time favorite children's fantasy series. Welcome back. This complete collection includes Over Sea, Under Stone; The Dark Is Rising; Greenwitch; The Grey King; and Silver on the Tree. It’s time for a The Dark is Rising sequence readathon again! Over Sea, Under Stone is a down to Earth, bare bones, old fashioned hard rock band. Good for you. Three siblings on summer holiday discover an ancient treasure map and race against the forces of the Dark in order to unlock its secrets. If you are unsure how best to edit this programme please take a moment to read it. I don't think so, particularly if you know your King Arthur. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Not a bad read. Please try again. Excellent story telling at its best, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 18, 2009. I read the shit out of this series when I was a kid. The children find a manuscript and a map but must battle the forces of evil to save the object of their quest. Over Sea, Under Stone Climax Barney,Simon, and Jane find the Grail 1. It gets a little right, about as much as any of the other "good" religions, but is by no means accurate. The action is believable because it is firmly rooted in the ordinary people, customs, and landscape of Trewissick, Cornwall. This book is the first of a series. I've been wanting to read this series for many years and the book is a perfect escape from stressful uni study! You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. By the way if you decide to read the books, don't watch the film - it's nothing like the books and you may well be disappointed. And in searching for it themselves, the Drews put their very lives in peril. Choose a side- the dark or the light. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. The only justification the parents might have is that the police had put the burglary down to teenagers just messing about, and the children hadn't told their parents about the treasure map at all. ", Three stars from the adult me. Cooper knew what she was doing. Jane, Simon, and Barney, go with their parents to Cornwall to visit their Uncle Merry. It is even more than that -- the key to finding a grail, a source of power to fight the forces of evil known as the Dark. I found the children very believable although the action of the parents... less so. The series is a timeless wonderful masterpiece. I hadn’t read this first one since my early teens. It's no wonder these books garnered a ton of awards because it really does stand out like a shimmering diamond in the c. The first book of my all-time favorite children's fantasy series. Over Sea, Under Stone (The Dark Is Rising Book 1) - Kindle edition by Cooper, Susan. I suspect the author is introducing readers to Manichaeism. I wanted to like this but couldn't sink my teeth into the plot or characters. Unable to add item to List. Taken alone, "Over Sea Under Stone" is a solid, even excellent fantasy story; as part of a series, a little out of sync with the other books. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. It never did. A positive resolution occurs, and the first part of the what's-really-going-on explanation is given for this "world." 2. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Enjoyed it so much I then bought the remaining books. I haven't re-read them in years but they still stand out as some of, perhaps THE, best series of "fantastic" novels for children. Still, I haven't done a series of proper reviews for them, which is a horrible shame, and I'm going to do that this time through. I know readers may compare it to Harry Potter and maybe be a little disappointed, but even today this series hold their own even after 30 plus years. a slight but winning intro into a phenomenal series. Over Sea, Under Stone The Dark Is Rising #1 [1st American ed.] Want to listen? The threesome are not sure who is good or bad and their innocent trust oftentimes. But I did want this to have a bit more heart-stirring magic in it than it does; it wound up being only mildly diverting. I can’t think why you weren’t ill in the train like you usually are. Good against bad. Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2016. Read this book using Google Play Books app on your PC, android, iOS devices. Over Sea, Under Stone, spokane. I first read this book many years ago, and the follow up books that make up the "Dark is Rising Sequence". It has a 'Goonies' type feel to it as these children move to this new house that all sorts of secrets hidden within its walls. I had read book 2 in this series and enjoyed it, so I thought I'd go back and start the series from the beginning. For another, it deals with classical stuff--King Arthur, quests, etc. It was one of my favorites as a child, so I just recently bought the boxed set to work my way through it again. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read Over Sea, Under Stone. And while they may have been written for children, their appeal is universal. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published Both are linked to the Arthurian legends, both involve children on holiday trying to solve a mystery, both involve shady clergy and absent adults and robberies. I also noticed many simil. Over Sea, Under Stone Study Guide. This conveniently leaves the children free to explore the cliff at will. The story of three siblings (and a dog) who search for the Holy Grail in Cornwall, dodging bad guys as they go, was just my drop in those days. Illustrated by Laura Carlin. Please try again. And underneath all the bits that people have added the magic swords and lamps they're all about one thing - the good hero fighting the giant or the witch or the wicked uncle. It is the first of five books in Cooper's The Dark is Rising series. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 1, 2020. They know immediately that it is special. Synopsis. First in the "Dark is Rising " sequence, this book introduces readers to the ages old battle between the Light and the Dark. On holiday in Cornwall, the three children discover an ancient map in the attic of the house that hey are staying in. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. It'll surprise no one who knows me that I'm rereading this set of books at this time of year: Over Sea, Under Stone is more of a summer book, I suppose, but the one most rooted in a particular time of year is The Dark is Rising, the second book, in winter. A well written, original fantasy story. It was good in its own right though. I know readers may compare it to Harry Potter and maybe be a little disappointed, but even today this series hold their own even after 30 plus years. The author uses proper grammar. It tells the story of the three Drew children who while on holiday discover secrets related to the legend of King Arthur. (The runner-up would be The Grey King, set in the autumn around Samhain.) Visit www.reverbnation.com/overseaunderstone for demo tracks. Am now on last book Silver on the Tree and will be sorry my journey with the forces of the Dark and the Light has come to an end. I am looking forward to the next book in the series to see what is next in store for the Drew children and their Great Uncle Merry. I bought the book based on positive reviews from people whose opinion I respect very much. A Nancy Drew-esque adventure in which some kids with the last name Drew attempt to find the Holy Grail. This is the first volume of Susan Cooper's brilliant and absorbing fantasy sequence known as The Dark Is Rising. In fact we find out that most of the people they meet turn out to be the bad guys! They know immediately that it is special. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. To create our... On holiday in Cornwall, the three Drew children discover an ancient map in the attic of the house that they are staying in. Title: Over Sea, Under Stone By: Susan Cooper Format: Hardcover Number of Pages: 288 Vendor: Margaret K. McElderry Publication Date: 2013 Dimensions: 8.25 X 5.50 (inches) Weight: 2 pounds ISBN: 1442495928 ISBN-13: 9781442495920 Ages: 9-14 Series: Dark Is Rising Sequence Stock No: WW495921 I think these books are perhaps the best series I ever read. The author uses proper grammar because she was born in 1935, and because up until the last 10 years or so, in order to be considered for publication (back in the days when "book" meant "paper and a hard cover") you had to be able to write grammatically correct English. What can I say. However it sets excellent groundwork, has an intriguing storyline and a good mix of folklore and Arthuriana, and offers us one of the most mysterious and likable "magic mentors," Merriman Lyon. For another, it deals with classical stuff--King Arthur, quests, etc. [ the cave exposed by the tide was quite claustrophobic, especially once the tide turns and starts to come back in. Three stars from the adult me. The book seems to start off somewhat slowly but builds up to a very tense climax near the end, as Simon, Jane and Barnabas Drew grapple with the powers of evil aided by Great-Uncle Merry and a lovable dog named Rufus. Over Sea, Under Stone was performed on Jackanory in 1969, the 5th year of what would be a 30-year series on British television’s BBC 1. Unexpectedly, it featured a few dated, discomfitingly racist tropes, and its pace sputtered a bit more than I would have wanted. 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