The first two volumes in Dean's classic fantasy trilogy--featuring five cousins whose imaginary world they call "The Secret Country" becomes real--are available once again in these mass market-sized paperbacks.
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The first two volumes in Dean's classic fantasy trilogy--featuring five cousins whose imaginary world they call "The Secret Country" becomes real--are available once again in these mass market-sized paperbacks.
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Add this copy of The Secret Country to cart. $1.34, good condition, Sold by Jenson Books Inc rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Logan, UT, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Firebird.
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This item shows signs of wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact, but may have aesthetic issues such as small tears, bends, scratches, and scuffs. Spine may also show signs of wear. Pages may include some notes and highlighting. May include "From the library of" labels. Satisfaction Guaranteed.
Add this copy of The Secret Country to cart. $1.39, good condition, Sold by Poquette's Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dewitt, MI, UNITED STATES, published 1985 by Ace.
Add this copy of The Secret Country to cart. $1.50, fair condition, Sold by Orion Tech rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Arlington, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Firebird.
Add this copy of The Secret Country to cart. $2.59, good condition, Sold by HPB-Movies rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Firebird.
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Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of The Secret Country to cart. $2.59, very good condition, Sold by HPB-Emerald rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Firebird.
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of The Secret Country to cart. $2.59, very good condition, Sold by HPB-Diamond rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Firebird.
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of The Secret Country to cart. $2.59, very good condition, Sold by HPB Inc. rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Firebird.
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of The Secret Country to cart. $2.59, good condition, Sold by HPB-Diamond rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Firebird.
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Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of The Secret Country to cart. $2.59, good condition, Sold by Half Price Books Inc rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Firebird.
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Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of The Secret Country to cart. $2.70, good condition, Sold by EstateBooks rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Leander, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Firebird.
The Secret Country and The Hidden Land, the first two books in this trilogy, were originally written as one installment (as the author's note explains). I'm not sure who separated them, but they ought to be tightened up and put back together again. Dean's writing is deep and rich, but oddly elliptical. She includes numerous literary and historical asides and quotes (the children devour Shakespeare, which influences their language and play-acting). However intriguing the plot and alive the characters become, though, there seems to be a lack of real plot advancement or explanation throughout the first book. There are too many unenlightening references and symbols that aren't properly explained until the second book; the reader understands less than the characters at times, and the story revolves around the kids' confusion of what is real and what is fantasy. Despite that, this story is fun and engrossing, and if you have enough imagination / curiosity, you're pulled on to the next book -- if only to better understand what the heck is happening.
