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Heroes in fantasy literature are often accidentally transported to other worlds, but rarely are those worlds as harsh or as complex as the land in Greg Bear's The Infinity Concerto. Book one of the two-book Songs of Earth and Power series follows Michael, a 16-year-old poet who arrives in a mysterious, dangerous world after listening to a piece of music composed by Arno Waltiri, a deceased friend of Michael's father. Homesick and at a loss, Michael must seek the help of the mythical Crane Women if he is to survive in this new land.
Look below for an audio excerpt from The Infinity Concerto, brought to you by our partners at Sage & Savant.
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About Sage & Savant: The Adventures of Sage and Savant podcast is the continuing story of Dr. Petronella Sage and her friend Professor Erasmus Savant. Set in the Victorian era, Dr. Sage accidentally discovers a method of time travel. Sage & Savant blends modern scientific knowledge to make the story plausible; historical research to ensure periods of history are represented in the right light; and Victorian era-hubris to give their characters that air of turn-of-the-century invincibility as Sage and Savant embark on incredible adventures through time. Listen to their story on iTunes, GooglePlay, or any podcast app, and visit their website to learn more about the research that goes into making each episode.
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