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by Clare B. Dunkle (Author) "It's so nice to see new faces at Hallow Hill, isn't it Prim? ..." (more)
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  • Hardcover: 240 pages
  • Publisher: Henry Holt & Company (Oct 2003)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0805073906
  • ISBN-13: 978-0805073904
  • Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 16.1 x 2.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,284,094 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Beauty and the.... goblin?, 28 Dec 2005
By E. A Solinas "ea_solinas" (MD USA) - See all my reviews
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Claire Dunkle makes a smashing debut with "The Hollow Kingdom," a look at those old legends about maidens being kidnapped by goblins. Dunkle has a wonderful flair for storytelling -- she gives you suspense, creeps, humor and romance, all entwined in a wonderfully surreal storyline.

Kate and Emily are recent orphans, sent to the estate of Hallow Hill to live with their sour-faced guardian Hugh. Soon after they arrive, the girls become lost in the woods -- and encounter goblins posing as gypsies. Kate finds that she is being singled out by the goblin king Marak to be his bride. The goblin kings always kidnap human girls to be their wives, and since Marak's mad wife has died, he wants a new queen to produce an heir for him.

At first, Kate resists Marak as he tries to kidnap her. But Hugh tricks Kate into walking down into Marak's realm and surrendering herself to be his wife, and Emily comes with her. At first Kate is miserable and homesick, since she is destined to remain underground for the rest of her life. But the goblins are falling prey to evil sorcery, which binds them in sleep, and threatens the whole hollow kingdom...

"Hollow Kingdom" is pretty much everything a fantasy should be -- fantastical, well-plotted, and with a well-created alternate world. Not to mention the goblins themselves. Dunkle has obviously thought out a lot of detailed history about elves, dwarves, and goblins, while carefully linking them with old legends. And she actually makes it halfway plausible.

Dunkle has a good writing style, polished, quick and full of details. Even long conversations about the history of goblins are kept interesting. Whether it's a goblin chase on a dark night or a sunrise seen through a lake, she makes it come alive. And despite the grimness of the storyline, Dunkle keeps plenty of humor in the dialogue. ("You're just like that other King!" "No. I'm not green.")

Kate is an excellent heroine, with plenty of spirit and determination. Even though she starts off fearing Marak, she gradually comes to appreciate and love him. And Marak is an interesting combination of truthfulness and charm, as interesting as Kate. Supporting characters like elf-cat Seylin and Kate's sister Emily are also well-drawn.

"Hollow Kingdom" is a truly excellent fantasy, casting a new light on things that go bump in the night. A chilling, entrancing debut, and one that bodes well for Claire Dunkle.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars The Hollow Kingdom, 16 Mar 2004
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This is more a historical fantasy than a thriller, with its goblin focus. It was recommended in a review I read. The author originally told the story in letters to her two daughters in boarding school. Two orphaned sisters must go to live in the country with older relatives. The eldest is pursued by the goblin king, who must take a human wife (usually by kidnapping). Betrayed by those who should be their staunch support, the sisters must make the best of the choices they've made, and the choices made for them. I don't want to give details of the plot, because it's delicious discovering them! Very Gothic and dark to start, but I was drawn in by the wonderful atmosphere and characterization, and the touches of humour. Highly recommended!
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Unusual, Gripping, and Magical., 6 Mar 2005
I enjoyed this book terribly much. The characters were unusually well defined, and the theme was enjoyable. By weaving in a solid history of the setting and family, Dunkle made the storyline believable and much more possible to relate to, something I find important and rare in the fantasy genre. I especially like the author's untraditional goblin/human romance. A rare and extraordinary find, I'd recommend The Hollow Kingdom, and look forward to reading further into the trilogy.
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