Treasure Box (1996) is a horror novel by American writer Orson Scott Card. It takes place in modern-day America.

Plot introduction

The plot details a middle-aged man, Quentin Fears (pronounced "fierce"), who marries a woman who turns out to be from a strange family. The story unfolds as Quentin tries to stop a witch in the family from unleashing a great evil upon the world.

Influences

As with many of Card's other literature, a Christian/Mormon influence is present in this book.

Reception

Publishers Weekly complimented the plot and characters. Kirkus Reviews also cited strong characterization, but said the plot was neither realistic nor surprising.

See also

• List of works by Orson Scott Card

• Orson Scott Card

References

External links

• About the novel