Black metal cover

Black metal

by Rick Spears

Shawn and Sam Stronghand are misunderstood twins with a mysterious lineage and a penchant for the darkest of metal. When they acquire the latest Frost Axe album and play it backwards their grim destiny is revealed. Empowered by the legendary sword of Atoll, the brothers set out on an epic quest to fulfill ancient prophecy and crush any that stand in their way!

Chappie’s discussion starters

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  1. Which character stayed with you after you turned the last page, and why?
  2. Was there a moment where you disagreed with a character’s choice? What would you have done?
  3. What theme did this book keep circling back to — and did it earn its ending?
  4. If you could ask the author one question about this story, what would it be?
  5. Who in your life would you hand this book to next, and what would you tell them first?