Spirits in the Wires A Novel of Myth and Magic - On the Streets and On the Net [Paperback]

At a popular Newford online research and library Web site called the Wordwood, a mysterious crash occurs. Everyone visiting the site at the moment of the crash vanishes from where they were sitting in front of their computers. Christy Ridding's girldfriend Saskia disappears right before his eyes, along with countless others.

To rescue their missing friends, Christy and his companions must journey into Newford's otherworld, where the Wordwood, it transpires, has a physical presence of its own...

De Lint ... handles his concept of technological voodoo with intelligence, verve and wit while introducing fascinating new characters and expanding on old ones.... Will please previous fans and find new ones for this master of the modern fantastic. Publishers Weekly

Superb characterization and plot development skills. Booklist

Charles de Lintlives in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. His evocative novels, includingMoonheart,Memory and Dream,Forests of the Heart, andThe Onion Girl, have earned him a devoted following and critical acclaim. In 2000, his story collectionMoonlight and Vineswon the World Fantasy Award.

A novel of myth and magic--on the streets and on the Net