The Painted Boy
by Charles de Lint
Release: 11/11/2010.
From Amazon:
Jay Li should be in Chicago, finishing high school and working at his family's restaurant. Instead, as a born member of the Yellow Dragon Clan, part human, part dragon, like his grandmother, he is on a quest even he does not understand. His journey takes him to Santo del Vado Viejo in the Arizona desert, a town overrun by gangs, haunted by members of other animal clans, perfumed by delicious food, and set to the beat of Malo Malo, a barrio rock band whose female lead guitarist captures Jay's heart. He must face a series of dangerous, otherworldly, and very human challenges to become the man, and dragon, he is meant to be.
I absolutely love Charles de Lint's novels. From The Blue Girl, to Dingo, I'm a fan. I can't wait for this one. If only I could have it sooner!
Great choice! It looks like a good read.
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Interesting blurb. Hope you enjoy it when it's released :)
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I've heard nothing but good things about Charles de Lint. This one looks interesting!
ReplyDeleteI've never heard of this before, but it sounds really, really good! Brilliant pick! :)
ReplyDeleteI haven't read anything by de Lint but this does sound like an interesting concept. Thanks for sharing!
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Wow, this one sounds pretty wild!
ReplyDeleteSounds intriguing, plus I love the cover! Cool design with simple colours. Eye-catching enough that I'd pick it up in a bookstore! Nice pick.
ReplyDeleteI am intrigued by this series.
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