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Candle Man

by Glenn Dakin
RM15.00 MYR
Candle Man - Thryft
Candle Man - Thryft

Evil melts like wax

Candle Man could be a good read for fans of comic book heroes and gothic adventures. The book's unique appeal lies in the protagonist's discovery of his deadly powers, and his journey to understand and control them. Readers can expect a thrilling and suspenseful plot, filled with action and unexpected twists. The book's dark and gothic setting adds to its mysterious and tense atmosphere. Overall, Candle Man is a page-turner that will keep readers on the edge of their seat until the very end.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Candle Man

by Glenn Dakin
RM15.00 MYR
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ISBN: 9781405246767
Authors: Glenn Dakin
Publisher: Egmont Books
Date of Publication: 2010-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Fantasy, Young Adult, Mystery/Crime/Thriller
Related Topics: Mystery
Goodreads rating: 3.54
(rated by 769 readers)

Description

Evil melts like was at the hands of the Candle Man. Theo Wickland lives a life of isolation - he has only ever known three his butler, the maid and his guardian. He has always been told this is for his own good because he is dangerous to other people. Indeed, he wears gloves at all times and has daily, intensely painful treatment in the 'Mercy Tube'. But one birthday, during his annual trip to the graveyard, Theo finds a small package addressed to him. A secret message inside it, and a visit from two burglars that proves fatal to one of them, are the catalysts for Theo to discover his deadly powers and strange inheritance. He is the descendent of the Candle Man, a Victorian crime fighter with a dark side. One touch from him and criminals melt to death. Two societies are hunting for one that will protect and help him and one that wants to harness his power for evil. Can Theo escape his guardian's clutches, and stop his destructive plan? And will he learn how to deal with the sometimes terrifying and confusing real world? This is a thrilling, Gothic adventure that will have readers on the edge of their seats.
 

Evil melts like wax

Candle Man could be a good read for fans of comic book heroes and gothic adventures. The book's unique appeal lies in the protagonist's discovery of his deadly powers, and his journey to understand and control them. Readers can expect a thrilling and suspenseful plot, filled with action and unexpected twists. The book's dark and gothic setting adds to its mysterious and tense atmosphere. Overall, Candle Man is a page-turner that will keep readers on the edge of their seat until the very end.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.