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Maskerade
Maskerade

Terry Pratchett

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Synopsis


The witches of the Discworld are back! An hysterical exploration of the magical world of the opera, brimming with Sir Terry Pratchett's stylish wit

'Pratchett uses his other world to hold up a distorting mirror to our own' The Times



THE SHOW MUST GO ON, AS MURDER, MUSIC AND MAYHEM RUN RIOT IN THE NIGHT...

The Opera House, Ankh-Morpork... A huge, rambling building, where innocent young sopranos are lured to their destiny by a strangely familiar evil mastermind in a hideously deformed evening dress...

At least, he hopes so. But Granny Weatherwax, Discworld's most famous witch, is in the audience. And she doesn't hold with that sort of thing.

So there's going to be trouble (but nevertheless a good evening's entertainment with murders you can really hum...)

Readers love Maskerade:

'This book had me sniggering and even laughing out loud every 20 pages or so, it truly was an excellent novel, and for the time being, my favourite characters? Well it has to be the Witches' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'This one was as usual laugh out loud funny. Granny Weatherwax is a wonderful character and then Death made several cameo appearances too which is always good. Pratchett was a master of parody' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'This book contains some of the best Pratchett quotes ever regarding all sorts of topics from people in power, money and fate to general human nature' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'An unexpected favourite from the series so far, I loved every page' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'Every bit of the story is comic, from Nanny Ogg's obscene recipes to the transformation of Greebo the cat into Lord Gribeaux. Esme Weatherwax is just as wise and cranky as ever' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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Summary

Chapter 1: A Night of Deception

* Summary: On a stormy night in New Orleans, attorney Alex Richelieu enters a masked ball at a lavish mansion. As he mingles with the enigmatic guests, he encounters the alluring Lady Constance. Unbeknownst to him, his sister, Mary, has also infiltrated the ball as a maid.
* Real Example: Alex finds himself drawn to Lady Constance, who wears a mask adorned with intricate carvings. He can't help but notice her captivating eyes, which seem to mirror his own haunted past.

Chapter 2: The Phantom of the Opera

* Summary: Alex and Lady Constance share a forbidden kiss, but their moment is interrupted by the appearance of a mysterious figure known as the "Phantom of the Opera." The Phantom kidnaps Lady Constance, leaving Alex desperate to find her.
* Real Example: The Phantom emerges from the shadows, wearing a grotesque mask that obscures his face. His voice is chilling, and he moves with an uncanny grace, sending shivers down everyone's spines.

Chapter 3: The Vampire Ball

* Summary: Mary investigates the mansion and discovers a secret room where the Phantom hosts a macabre vampire ball. She witnesses the Phantom's true nature and realizes he is an ancient vampire who feeds on human blood.
* Real Example: Mary sees the Phantom's fangs glinting in the dim light, and she hears the agonizing screams of his victims echoing through the walls. Fear grips her heart as she realizes the true extent of his evil.

Chapter 4: The Lady of the Lake

* Summary: With the help of a wise old Cajun woman known as the Lady of the Lake, Alex and Mary uncover the Phantom's dark secret. They learn that he was once a powerful sorcerer who was cursed to live an undead life.
* Real Example: The Lady of the Lake appears to Mary in a vision, her eyes glowing with ancient knowledge. She reveals the Phantom's origins and warns that only a mystical weapon can destroy him.

Chapter 5: The Final Confrontation

* Summary: Armed with the mystical weapon forged by the Lady of the Lake, Alex faces the Phantom in a climactic battle. The stakes are high as he fights to protect his sister and avenge the victims of the vampire.
* Real Example: Lightning flashes and thunder roars as Alex and the Phantom clash in a duel of steel and magic. The air crackles with energy as they unleash their deadliest powers upon each other.