Spirit Fox

by Mickey Zucker Reichert and Jennifer Wingert

Book Overview

"Spirit Fox "marks the first collaboration between bestselling fantasy writer Mickey Zucker Reichert and talented newcomer Jennifer Wingert. It is the story of a magic-filled land at war. A mythical... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0886778069
• ISBN13: 9780886778064
• Release Date: December 1998
• Publisher: Daw Books
• Length: 386 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 2.1" x 4.4" x 5.6"

Customer Reviews

Great combination of authors

I am a huge fan of Mickey Zucker Reichert and have read all of the Renshai series and Jennifer Wingert promises to be a great author, if this book is any indication of her talent. I would definitely recommend this to any one who enjoys Reichert. I can't wait to see what Jennifer Wingert writes next....her style is refreshing and captivating, I could hardly put the book down.

Spirit Fox, a compelling read

So compelling in fact, I finished it in one day. The characters were so well developed that I found myself actually crying with their pain and laughing with their joy. The cat, with his frequent change of names, was hilarious. True, the spirit-fox part of the book was underdeveloped but it seemed an unimportant oversight as the book was rich in plot and characters enough to fill you up with delicious intrigue. A book that will sit on my favorites shelf.

I Love Furry Purry

This was definatly one of my favorite books by Reichert. I fell in love with the characters just as i did in all her other books. Even if you dont like the story, youll still love the cat. I am 14 and I think this book is good for younger readers as well as adults. It is a Must-Have in every fantisy lovers library.

An excellent read!

Spirit Fox is simply a great book. It's characters are well realized and immediately engaging and, like everyone else, I am in love with the cat. The cast is broad, offering someone for just about any reader to get interested in, but handled deftly. Very involving!Another aspect I really enjoyed was the setting--it's marvelous. I have read too many fantasy stories lately where the world seems to be an afterthought. Here it's integral to the story and beautifully drawn, full of interesting ideas and evocative cultural details.In spite of a rushed ending (as other reviewers have pointed out), the story is otherwise satisfying and very well executed. It's a nice addition to MZR's canon and good work from newcomer Jennifer Wingert. I'm looking forward to reading more of Ms. Wingert's work in the future.

Both lyrical and humorous--a well-balanced, beautiful book!

This book is a delightful mix of magic, swordplay, and humor. The descriptions place the reader vividly inside the scenes and inside the characters. The story was so gripping that I have spent two sleepless nights following the Spirit Fox on her journey seeking self-knowledge and truth--I could not put it down! There are fascinating interplays between characters and our views of them as the authors shift us from vantage point to vantage point. For example, is the priest of the invading army evil or good, a celebrator of life, or the author of mass destruction?--or both? (He brings to mind the Catholic priests who came to "save" and uplift the native peoples of North America through cultural and racial genocide...and Christian love.) Multi-faceted characters in the process of transforming make this book a satisfying read on several levels; as an exploration of good and evil/truth and lies; as an adventure novel with dynamic swordplay; and as a story about love, friendship, and brotherhood/sisterhood. Also, pet lovers will adore this book--hurrah for the Cat of the Most Fragrant Tail, the Cat Who Bites Priests, ol' Furry Purry, long may you cavort! Many of us share the "spirit link" between cat and human, and are warmed by its magic. Hey, Mickey, Jennifer, when is the next book coming out?!!!