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		Palmarès Communication-Jeunesse des livres préférés des jeunes de l'imprimerie Transcontinental 2005-2006 Palmarès for teenagers, ages 12 to 17 years For the favourite book of young readers Amos Daragon, Voyage aux enfers Bryan Perro Montréal: Les intouchables, 2004. 250 p. (Amos Daragon; 7) ISBN 2895491453 Ages 10 to 12
Amos Daragon, Voyage aux enfers Source

The seventh in a series that became a classic in Quebec fantasy literature, this new opus about the adventures of Amos Daragon takes us straight to hell. Following the destruction of the tower of El-Bab, Amos is sent to hell by the God, Enki. As a prisoner of this nether world, the young mask bearer must go through the nine levels of hell to reach the infernal city. Most of all, he must overcome his fears and survive this nightmarish world where demonic beings exist and from where no one has ever returned. His disappearance has affected his friendships, sowing discord between Lolya, Beorf and Medousa. Can Amos return from hell and continue his mask-bearing mission?

In Voyages aux enfers, Bryan Perro creates a bleak and more worrisome sequel. His young hero must endure great suffering to continue his rites of initiation. This fantastic tale, written in a direct and colourful style, relies a great deal on mythology. It is a gripping story from start to finish.

–FSH