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The Fifth Sacred Thing

By: Starhawk
Narrated by: Maya Lilly
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One act of courage can change the world.

The year is 2048. Climate change and bio-warfare have ravaged much of the Earth, and societal meltdown has splintered the US into fragments. But out of the ruins, Northern California has built a thriving culture based on respect for the four sacred things: air, fire, water and earth.

The Fifth Sacred Thing is an epic tale of freedom and slavery, love and war, and the potential futures of humankind. It tells of a 21st century California clan caught between two clashing worlds: one based on tolerance, the other on repression. It is both a love story between two people and a war story between two opposing ideals.

©1993, 1994 Miriam Simos (P)2016 Miriam Simos Contemporary Fantasy Fiction Genre Fiction Horror Lambda Literary Award Magical Realism Paranormal & Urban Political Science Fiction Scary Magic Biography Thought-Provoking Heartfelt

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this story is outrageously enchanting! I loved every moment of it. starhawk combines all of the things I love most in a story - fantasy, philosophy, hopefulness and love. vividly brought to life by Maya Lilly (I love thay they're two wonderful characters within the story too!) her ability to jump between characters dazzled me. I finished it, and then three days later, I finished it again. highly recommend x

phenomenal

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It is amazing book, deeply moving and inspiring
It made me feel that there is hope...for peace, healing, and a healthy planet.
I love it so much. And the first thing I want to do now is to read it again.
just read it! And for sure you wan't be sorry.

WOW

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I truly loved this book. I’d read it a while ago but forgotten how great it is. Was sad when it ended and wishing her follow up novels were on audible.

Magical fantasy fun

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A very important story for this age we are in. Thank you I am so grateful for it's telling.

Awesome

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Wonderful story! It takes you on a journey with well developed characters. I appreciated the connection to nature and humanity. The author ties in aspects of permaculture and holistic care. Narrator did a great job adjusting voice to match characters. I now consider one of my favs and would definitely listen again.

loved this story!

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