MY SWORDHAND IS SINGING

By Marcus Sedgwick

Synopsis

A chilling tale set in 17th century Eastern Europe where Tomas and his father set up home in the forest. There they face a soulless enemy and a terrifying destiny.

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Narrator	Bob Rollett
Length	4hrs 45mins
Catalogue No.	616572
Publisher	Orion

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