The Hands of Lyr

Title attributed to Andre Norton

Bibliography ~

¯ (1994) * Published by AvoNova, HC, 0-688-13417-3, LCCN 93045829, $22.00, 388pg ~ cover by Gary Ruddell {Red Cloth Boards, # 6D6 on Rear of Dust Jacket}

¯ (1995) * Published by AvoNova, PB, 0-380-77097-0, LCCN 93-45829, $5.50, 388pg ~ cover by Gary Ruddell

Synopsis ~

Once the magnificent garden of the goddess Lyr, the land called the Ryrt lies blackened and desolate. Destroyed by an ancient and cunning depravity. It is here that the beautiful child Alnosha came to awaken, to learn and to hone her astonishing ability to divine by touch. Alnosha is taught by the wise woman Dreen. About the beneficent power of Lyr which once made the valley flourish. Meanwhile, the youth Kryn, witnessing the downfall of his father at the hands of a malevolent priest, barely escapes with his life. The priest's minions enter the Ryft, and Nosh flees with Dreen. The girl exhibits a newfound talent for reading the history of jewels, including the now-scattered crystal fingers of Lyr, which, if found, could destroy the real enemy, the wizard Razcan. Nosh and the skeptical Kryn meet and join forces, narrowly avoiding many dangers on their search that will provide salvation for many.

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