Children’s / Teenage fiction: Fantasy
Penguin Random House Children's UK Skin of the Sea
Book SynopsisAn epic love story infused with West African mythology. For fans of The Gilded Ones, Children of Blood and Bone, and Circe, this book is a powerful new imagining of a devastating time in history, told through the eyes of a bold and unforgettable heroine.This is the story of a great love - a love that will threaten worlds and anger Gods.This is a story that will change history.Simidele is one of the Mami Wata, mermaids duty-bound to collect the souls of those who die at sea and bless their journeys back home to the Supreme Creator. But when a living boy is thrown overboard a slave ship, Simi saves his life, going against an ancient decree and bringing terrible danger to the mami wata.Now Simi must journey to the Supreme Creator to make amends - a journey of vengeful gods, treacherous lands and legendary creatures. If she fails, she risks not just the fate of all Mami Wata, but also the world as she knows it.A compelling, moving YA fairytale, richly woven with west African mythology - The GuardianOne of the most epic and original fantasies Ive read in a long time. Natasha Bowen has crafted a world full of heart and imagination - Nicola Yoon, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Instructions for DancingThe most engrossing, thought-provoking, beautiful novel...knocks your socks off and leaves you wanting more - Namina Forna, New York Times bestselling author of The Gilded OnesA triumph of storytelling - Kalynn Bayron, bestselling author of Cinderella is Dead''This poignant supernatural romance stands out for its sensuous prose'' Financial Times''Fantastical creatures and vengeful gods form a vivid backdrop to this rich and original story of one girl''s journey to find herself'' Observer (YA Books of Month) Trade ReviewOne of the most epic and original fantasies I've read in a long time. Natasha Bowen has crafted a world full of heart and imagination. * Nicola Yoon, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Instructions for Dancing *The most engrossing, thought-provoking, beautiful novel...knocks your socks off and leaves you wanting more. * Namina Forna, New York Times bestselling author of The Gilded Ones *Bursting with innovative inspiration...A divine debut that explores the glories of West African myth, religion, and history * Kirkus *A compelling, moving YA fairytale, richly woven with west African mythology * The Guardian *A triumph of storytelling. * Kalynn Bayron, bestselling author of Cinderella is Dead *A dazzling debut . . . Bowen relays a story as lushly described as it is cinematic, centering a brave headstrong protagonist coming into her own power in an age of change * Publisher's Weekly *'Fantastical creatures and vengeful gods form a vivid backdrop to this rich and original story of one girl's journey to find herself' Observer (YA Books of Month) -- Fiona Noble * Observer *
£8.54
First Second Marshmallow Jordan
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Paddington Classic Adventures Box Set
Book SynopsisThis beautiful boxed set includes brand-new paperback editions of the first three classic novels chronicling Paddington''s heartwarming adventures: A Bear Called Paddington, More about Paddington, and Paddington Helps Out.Paddington Bear had just traveled all the way from Peru when the Brown family first met him at Paddington Station. Since then, their lives have never been quite the same . . . for ordinary things become extraordinary when Paddington is involved.With the original text by Michael Bond and black-and-white illustrations by Peggy Fortnum, this boxed set is perfect Paddington fans old and new.
£16.12
Hachette Children's Group Immortal Dark Trilogy Immortal Dark
Book Synopsis''A completely original, deliciously dark take on vampires'' Sarah Underwood, New York Times bestselling author of Lies We Sing to the Sea''A deliciously dark story teeming with morally grey characters you can''t help but root for'' Gabi Burton, author of Sunday Times bestselling Sing Me to SleepSink your teeth into the highly anticipated Black vampire romantasy title of 2024!Hidden in our world, a society of vampires originating in Africa, can only feed from select human bloodlines. Each bloodline represents a House more cutthroat than the next. To ensure peaceful co-existence and inherit their legacy, human children of these families must study at an elite university before choosing a vampire companion.Lost Heiress, Kidan Adane grew up far from Uxlay University. She is obsessively protective, mildly nihilistic, and willing to do anything to save her loved ones. When her sister, June, disappears, Kidan is
£14.24
Penguin Random House Children's UK Wereworld Rise of the Wolf Book 1
Book SynopsisSoon to be a major Netflix animated series!''You''re the last of the Werewolves, son. Don''t fight it . . . conquer it.''Discover the epic fantasy adventure series as Drew Ferran learns he''s the last of a long line of Werewolves - and rightful ruler of a land governed by Werelords.When the air is clear, Drew Ferran can pick up the scent of a predator.When the moon breaks through the clouds, a terrifying fever grips him.And when a vicious beast invades his home, his flesh tears, his fingers become claws, and Drew transforms . . .Can Drew battle the Werecreatures determined to destroy him and master the wolf within?Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children''s Book Prize, Wolf King is perfect for fans of Percy Jackson and Skandar and the Unicorn Thief.''Epic'' - Guardian''Unpredictable, exciting - hugely recommended'' - BookbagTrade ReviewReally, really good . . . gripping. Never read anything like it before * Forest Hill Boys School reviewer *
£9.25
Penguin Random House Children's UK Only You Can Save Mankind
Book SynopsisThis is the first book in the Johnny Maxwell trilogy.Johnny Maxwell is just an ordinary boy not smart, popular or rich.But he does love video games.And as his parents argue themselves out of a marriage, Johnny plays at becoming humanity's last hope, shooting invading aliens out of a pixelated sky. Then comes a message from the last remaining alien spaceship: We Wish to Talk.And suddenly Johnny is thrust into the very real world of the video game, and comes face to face with an alien race that needs his help.Only Johnny can save them. And this isn''t a game anymore . . .Trade ReviewAn impressively original book with its thrills and spills, its inventiveness, its wit and continuous readability * Daily Telegraph *A wonderful new Pratchett-style fantasy: funny and thrilling enough for anyone who can read fluently * Daily Mail *Funny and exciting * Spectator *Terry Pratchett's funny, fast-moving story makes provocative reading for all computer game players . . . Makes a serious point out of a ridiculously comic example * Children's Books of the Year *Everyone should read Terry Pratchett. Maybe it should be part of the National Curriculum? * Families *
£7.99
Editorial Hidra Las Ruinas de Gorlan
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£21.44
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Harry Potter y la piedra filosofal / Harry Potter
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£13.46
Hyperion Percy Jackson and the Olympians Book Four The
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HarperCollins Fate Breaker IntlE
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£12.60
Simon & Schuster The Ravens Revenge
Book SynopsisChristopher finally uncovers the Raven’s identity in this sixth novel of the award-winning Blackthorn Key series.The stakes are higher than ever when the Raven sets Christopher up for a horrible crime, leading him to be locked away in London’s most notorious prison. This terrible act is the first in a series of games the Raven plans to play with Christopher…games that are as dangerous as they are challenging. Once free from prison, Christopher, Tom, and Sally engage in a cat and mouse game with the Raven that takes them all over London. Can Christopher outwit the Raven one final time and finally unmask him? And what price might he have to pay to achieve that? This is the thrilling conclusion to the Blackthorn Key series that fans have been waiting for!
£8.99
Penguin Putnam Inc Heir
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£11.70
Pan Macmillan Vanya and the Wild Hunt
£999.99
Random House USA Inc Six Crimson Cranes
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£10.44
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Punky Aloha
Book SynopsisMeet Punky Aloha: a girl who uses the power of saying "aloha" to experience exciting and unexpected adventures!Punky loves to do a lot of things—except meeting new friends.Trade ReviewA bold palette of verdant greens and rich teals set against warm golds and browns easily evokes the island setting, while curvy, exaggerated figures and simple, linear compositions give the digital art an airy effortlessness. With her messy topknot, flip-flops, and skateboard, bespectacled Punky is an utterly charming protagonist, and her narration moves effectively from early anxiousness to confident triumph. Break out a pair of oversized shades to give some added oomph to some readers’ theatre or an island-themed storytime. — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books This is a tender, happy story that will make a delightful read-aloud. — Booklist [Illustrations] lush in greens, blues, oranges, and yellows summon the island’s warmth, giving an airy ease to a sweet intergenerational story of interacting with one’s community—and gaining a “heart full of courage.” — Publishers Weekly
£12.99
Independently Published Misión en el Este: (El Sendero del Guardabosques, Libro 14)
£15.24
HarperCollins Legend of the White Snake
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£13.09
HarperCollins Darker by Four
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£14.99
Scholastic Inc. Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone MinaLima
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£26.71
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Warriors Super Edition Tigerhearts Shadow
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£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Red Queen Collectors Edition
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£18.74
Publicaciones y Ediciones Salamandra, S.A. Harry Potter - Spanish: Harry Potter y la piedra
Book SynopsisThis highly acclaimed, international bestseller tells the captivating and hilarious story of a young boy who starts off as an unloved orphan, mistreated by his hideous relatives, and ends up a hero in the world of magic when he is accepted at a famous school of witchcraft and wizardry.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Shatter Me
Book Synopsis I have a curse. I have a gift. I'm a monster. I'm more than human. My touch is lethal. My touch is power. I am their weapon. I will fight back. No one knows why Juliette's touch is fatal, but The Reestablishment has plans for her. Plans to use her as a weapon. But Juliette has plans of her own. After a lifetime without freedom, she's finally discovering a strength to fight back for the very first time-and to find a future with the one boy she thought she'd lost forever. In this electrifying debut, Tahereh Mafi presents a riveting dystopian world, a thrilling superhero story, and an unforgettable heroine.
£14.39
HarperCollins Publishers Secret of the Indian
Book SynopsisWho would believe that a plastic toy American Indian and a plastic toy cowboy can come to life? When Omri's friend Patrick goes back in time to the Wild West, keeping the secret safe becomes even more difficult for OmriTrade ReviewPraise for The Indian in the Cupboard ‘An assured piece of story-telling, well able to stand comparison with older classics.” Times Educational Supplement “Enthralling and hair-raising reading.” TLS “The Key to the Indian is a swiftly-moving, tightly-plotted, exciting, funny tale, which will keep the reader firmly hooked and frantically turning the pages.” Carousel Praise for The Secret of the Indian “There have been many famous stories in which children’s toys come alive: this book is in the same great tradition.” School Library Association
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Warriors Super Edition Firestars Quest
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£9.99
Margaret K. McElderry Books A Grim and Sunken Vow
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£12.76
Penguin Young Readers Group The Royal Ranger The Ambush at Sorato
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£13.09
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Warriors Super Edition SkyClans Destiny
Book SynopsisWarriors Super Edition: SkyClan’s Destiny is an epic stand-alone adventure in Erin Hunter’s #1 nationally bestselling Warriors series!Trade Review"The characters are skillfully developed and Hunter provides a satisfying conclusion. 'Warriors' aficionados will bury their noses in the super volume and won't emerge until they have whetted their appetites for the next installment." -- School Library Journal
£999.99
Penguin LLC US The Last Tiger
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£12.00
Penguin USA The Royal Ranger A New Beginning 1 Rangers
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£9.49
TokyoPop The Art of Amphibia
£39.56
North Star Editions White is for Magic
Book SynopsisA year has passed since Stacey Brown saved her best friend from a horrible death. Now sheâs having nightmares again, haunted by ghosts ... and by a crazed stalker. As she desperately casts healing spells, a new student named Jacob enters her world. To stop a killer, they must join together. But can Jacob be trusted?
£11.78
Disney Publishing Worldwide These Broken Stars
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Walker Books Ltd City of Bones Movie Tiein The Mortal Instruments
Book SynopsisClary Fray is seeing things: vampires in Brooklyn and werewolves in Manhattan. Irresistibly drawn towards a group of sexy demon hunters, Clary encounters the dark side of New York City - and the dangers of forbidden love.Trade ReviewCassandra Clare’s City of Bones was the first YA book I have read and I instantly got hooked in to the book and, later on, the series! -- Reader Review * The Guardian Online *
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Hachette Children's Books Rainbow Magic Elisa the Adventure Fairy
Book SynopsisGet ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up. Rachel and Kirsty have been invited to meet the seven nieces of King Oberon and Queen Titania - the Princess Fairies! But when Kirsty and Rachel arrive in Fairyland things soon go wrong, Jack Frost and his wicked goblins steal the princesses'' tiaras! The tiaras contain special fairy magic that look after happiness and fun in both the human and fairy worlds. They need to get them back so everyone can be happy once again! ''These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!'' ReadingZone.com Read all seven fairy adventures in the Princess Fairies set! Honor the Happy Days Fairy; Demi the Dressing-up Fairy; Anya the Cuddly Creatures Fairy; Elisa the Adventure Fairy; Lizzie the Sweet Treats Fairy; Maddie the Playtime Fairy; Eva the Enchanted Ball Fairy. If you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows'' other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!
£7.14
Bonnier Books Ltd Beastlands: Race to Frostfall Mountain
Book Synopsis"I absolutely loved this book! It's perfect for fans of Skandar and Fireborn, with brilliant world-building, great characterisation, and heaps of peril." - Hannah Gold, author of The Last BearBEFORE THERE WERE PEOPLE, THERE WERE BEASTS . . .The island of Ramoa was once luscious and populated with mighty beasts. Now though, it is home to barren and tamed cities, where nature is locked out and trouble is brewing.When Kayla's beloved animal companion, a rare winged pangron, is stolen, she's determined to get him back. But to do so, she'll have to leave her city and journey into the wild and forbidden Beastlands.There, she meets Rustus, an exiled young warrior, and Alethea, a healer desperately seeking a cure for a mysterious disease. As their quests unite them, they'll adventure across the lands they know so little about, leading them to discoveries both great and terrifying. Not least that the beasts they've always been taught to fear might not be so terrifying after all...The first instalment in an epic new fantasy adventure series for readers of DRAGON REALM, FIREBORN and SKANDAR AND THE UNICORN THIEF.Trade ReviewI loved how Jess combines animal expertise with infinite imagination to create an unputdownable fantasy adventure. * A. F. Steadman, author of SKANDAR AND THE UNICORN THIEF *I absolutely loved this book! It's perfect for fans of Skandar and Fireborn, with brilliant world building, great characterisation, heaps of peril and a subtle but knowledgeable eco angle. * Hannah Gold, author of THE LAST BEAR *Hugely exhilarating and wildly imaginative, BEASTLANDS is a truly magnificent new fantasy series. Prepare to fall in love with Alethea, Rustus and Kayla as they embark on a heartstopping adventure packed full of intrigue, twists and a multitude of magical creatures. * Aisling Fowler, author of FIREBORN *Beastlands is a fabulous adventure! Three kids - a sky rider, a warrior and a healer - journey into the forbidden Beastlands to find a lost creature and a cure for a plague. High-stakes action, gripping storytelling and a multitude of magical beasts! * Abi Elphinstone, author of SKY SONG *BEASTLANDS is a triumph of imagination and animal lore. A non-stop thrilling adventure, Jess French has combined her training as a vet with a vibrant creativity. She has built a world with words that readers will marvel at, creatures they'll long to meet, and characters they'll adore journeying to Frostfall Mountain with. I could not put this book down, and I'm as hungry as a salinka for the next one. * M. G. Leonard, author of BEETLE BOY *I adored this adventure so much! It has it all - excitement, fantastic characters and technicolour world building. Young readers are going to fall in love with Beastlands! * Jasbinder Bilan, author of ASHA AND THE SPIRIT BIRD *A smart, imaginative fantasy, packed with magical creatures, which asks us to think about the damage we may have done to upset the ecological balance in our own world. * The Bookseller, Editor's Choice *This captivating tale with incredible creatures and settings ... [is] an epic adventure brimming with friendship and peril that will grip UKS2 readers. Beastlands blends a winning potion of magic, fantasy and fast-paced adventure. We can't wait for the sequel. Highly recommended for 9-12 year olds. * School Reading List *One of the most original, engaging children's stories I have read in ages. Jess French has conjured up something really special - a living, breathing, three-dimensional world of incredible characters and memorable, truly fantastic beasts. I can't wait for the next instalment! * Jules Howard, BBC Zoology Correspondent *Beastlands opens up a whole new realm of mystery, adventure, and magical nature. It's impossible to not love this book. * Professor Ben Garrod *The world Jess has created here is stunning; so thoroughly explained to the reader, the world-building is as thorough and as rich as those worlds seen in Skandar, Fireborn and The Land of Roar. You will get lost amongst vegetation, fantastical beasts and immersive biomes as we meet three children, who begin as strangers but find friendship. * Check 'Em Out Books *With an ending that leaves you wanting more, this is a series not to be missed. It has action, adventure, thrilling creatures and a bond uniting our three heroes! -- Erin Hamilton * My Shelves Are Full *Tingling with magic, danger and mystery, and with a timely environmental twist, Beastlands is both a thrilling journey into a forbidding other-world and a celebration of conservationism and the idea that adventure and exploration together provide a form of subtle education. -- Pam Norfolk * Lancashire Evening Post *There is an interesting directory at the end of the book describing the various beasts with drawings -- Janet Fisher, school librarian * Reading Zone *Peregrine Quinn and the Cosmic Realm is a wonderful new fantasy adventure story perfect for middle-grade readers. It is gripping, exciting, fast-paced, compelling and full of magic and mythical adventure with wonderful characters, that you will just love being a part of this incredible new world as you whizz through portals full of endless fun and imagination. This is very much an unmissbale story of 2024 and is going to be hugely popular. This book is perfect for any upper primary and secondary library/classrooms and will make a wonderful class read and will be of interest for fans of Percy Jackson, Nevermoor and the Artemis Fowl books. I look forward to reading what the author writes next. -- Emma Suffield * Little Blog of Library Treasures *
£7.59
Disney Hyperion The Hidden Oracle Trials of Apollo Book One 1
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£10.45
Scholastic US The Witch Boy A Graphic Novel the Witch Boy
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£12.34
Wednesday Books Bones All
Book SynopsisNow a major motion picture from Luca Guadagnino starring Taylor Russell, Timothée Chalamet and Mark Rylance, screenplay by David Kajganich!Maren Yearly is a young woman who wants the same things we all do. She wants to be someone people admire and respect. She wants to be loved. But her secret, shameful needs have forced her into exile. She hates herself for the bad thing she does, for what it''s done to her family and her sense of identity, for how it dictates her place in the world and how people see her--how they judge her. She didn''t choose to be this way.Because Maren Yearly doesn''t just break hearts, she devours them. Ever since her mother found Penny Wilson''s eardrum in her mouth when Maren was just two years old, she knew life would never be normal for either of them. Love may come in many shapes and sizes, but for Maren, it always ends the same--with her hiding the evidence and her mother packing up the car.But when her mother abandons her
£11.69
Hodder & Stoughton The Dragon's Promise: the Sunday Times
Book Synopsis'A dazzling fairytale' Stephanie Garber, on Six Crimson CranesA dragon's kingdom. A star-crossed love. And a cursed pearl with the power to mend the world, or break it . . .Shiori's quest continues in the soaring Sunday Times bestselling sequel to the New York Times bestselling young adult fantasy Six Crimson Cranes.Princess Shiori made a deathbed promise to return the dragon's pearl to its rightful owner, but keeping that promise is more dangerous than she ever imagined. She must journey to the kingdom of dragons, navigate political intrigue among humans and dragons alike, fend off thieves who covet the pearl for themselves and will go to any lengths to get it, all the while cultivating the appearance of a perfect princess to dissuade those who would see her burned at the stake for the magic that runs in her blood. The pearl itself is no ordinary cargo; it thrums with malevolent power, jumping to Shiori's aid one minute, and betraying her the next - threatening to shatter her family and sever the thread of fate that binds her to her true love. It will take every ounce of strength Shiori can muster to defend the life and the love she's fought so hard to win.PRAISE FOR ELIZABETH LIM'Magic leaps from every page of Lim's exquisite fairytale' Axie Oh'An amazing creation!' Tamora Pierce'The perfect blend of whimsy and ferociousness, with twists and turns that will tug at your heartstrings' Chloe Gong'This is a gem for all lovers of whimsical fantasy!' Natasha Ngan'Lim is a master storyteller which is apparent with every magical turn of the page' Kerri Maniscalco'This book is magic!' Kristin Cashore'Elizabeth Lim takes readers on a captivating and wholly original journey' Melissa BashardoustTrade Review** PRAISE FOR ELIZABETH LIM **Magic leaps from every page of Lim's exquisite fairytale. Teeming with romance and adventure, The Dragon's Promise is a poignant conclusion to one of my favorite stories of all time * Axie Oh, New York Times-bestselling author of The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea *A riveting conclusion to Shiori's splendid tale of courage and heart! Elizabeth Lim's masterful storytelling immersed me in a vivid world full of magic and romance, and had me rooting for the star-crossed lovers at every turn * June CL Tan, author of Jade Fire Gold *A perfect conclusion. The Dragon's Promise continues a tale of intrigue and adventure, with a love story that will feel like a warm hug. I absolutely adore Shiori and Takkan * Chloe Gong, bestselling author of These Violent Delights *Every bit as gorgeous, romantic and dazzling as its predecessor, The Dragon's Promise is the perfect end to a stunning duology * Sangu Mandanna, author of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches *A dazzling fairy tale full of breathtaking storytelling * Stephanie Garber, New York and Sunday Times bestselling author of Once Upon a Broken Heart on Six Crimson Cranes *An amazing creation! * Tamora Pierce, New York Times bestselling author of Tempests and Slaughter on Spin the Dawn *The perfect blend of whimsy and ferociousness, with twists and turns that will tug at your heartstrings * Chloe Gong, New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights on Six Crimson Cranes *This is a gem for all lovers of whimsical fantasy! * Natasha Ngan, New York Times bestselling author of Girls of Paper and Fire on Six Crimson Cranes *Lim is a master storyteller which is apparent with every magical turn of the page * Kerri Maniscalco, New York Times bestselling author of Kingdom of the Wicked on Six Crimson Cranes *This book is magic! * Kristin Cashore, New York Times bestselling author of Graceling on Six Crimson Cranes *Elizabeth Lim takes readers on a captivating and wholly original journey * Melissa Bashardoust, author of Girl, Serpent, Thorn on Six Crimson Cranes *A beautiful novel about standing up for your beliefs, making peace with the past and fighting for those you love, all with the added excitement of enchantments, mythical creatures and a romance to truly believe in. The Dragon's Promise delivers a strong conclusion to the story that was begun in Six Crimson Cranes and fantasy fans will find a lot to love about it too * Culturefly *The author of the bestselling Six Crimson Cranes returns with the magical new saga of a cursed pearl and true love truly tested, set in an evocative land full of dragons and political intrigue * Waterstones *
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Walker Books Ltd The Bookshop at the Back of Beyond
Book SynopsisAdventurous, magical and brilliantly funny next book in the House at the Edge of Magic series.Nine and her friends have cured the house's hiccups and are off to the strange and utterly unpredictable Back of Beyond in search of Professor Dish – Spoon's best friend and partner in all things alchemy.When they find Dish trapped by the greedy witch Ophidia in the basement of a particularly marvellous shop, it soon becomes clear they're going to need something more than Flabberghast's dicey magic and Nine's quick thinking to triumph this time. What they really need is a rather clever witch – one particularly good at curses...A new instalment in the brilliantly funny, magical and commercial series for readers age 8+.Trade ReviewA fabulously funny book - I loved it! Prepare to be whisked away on an adventure bursting with magical surprises, dark secrets and strawberry tea... -- Lucy Strange * author of Our Castle by the Sea *Magically mischievous and sparkling with wit and charm, The Bookshop at the Back of the Beyond is an enchanting and delightful read. I absolutely adored it! -- Jo Clarke * author of Libby and the Parisian Puzzle *Featured in the Bookseller children's previews for January 2023 * The Bookseller *Like Terry Pratchett or Diana Wynne Jones, Amy Sparkes has a powerfully wicked imagination; the story infused with wit, sarcasm, playfulness and characters that are threatening and shambolic while also being strangely endearing. * Chris Soul *Amy Sparkes writes with such humour and warmth, she creates the most brilliant characters. * Armadillo Magazine *
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Random House USA Inc Gremlins Little Golden Book Funko Pop
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Hot Key Books The Stolen Heir
Book SynopsisA runaway queen. A reluctant prince. And a quest that may destroy them both.Eight years have passed since the Battle of the Serpent. But in the icy north, Lady Nore of the Court of Teeth has reclaimed the Ice Needle Citadel. There she is using an ancient relic to create monsters of stick and snow who will do her bidding and exact her revenge.Suren, child queen of the Court of Teeth, and the one person with power over her mother, fled to the human world, where she lives feral in the woods. Lonely, and still haunted by the merciless torments she endured in the Court of Teeth, she bides her time by releasing mortals from foolish bargains. She believes herself forgotten until the storm hag Bogdana chases her through the night streets. Suren is saved by none other than Prince Oak, heir to Elfhame, to whom she was once promised in marriage and who she has resented for years.Now seventeen, Oak is charming, beautiful and manipulative. He's on a missTrade ReviewHolly Black's new series brims with magic, beauty and danger ... a thrillingly twisty adventure. Black channels literature from A Midsummer Night's Dream to Christina Rossetti to create a gorgeous story of magic and betrayal. * Amanda Craig, The New Statesman *The two main characters are both strong and well-written, especially Suren, who makes a great female lead. * The Independent *this book was gripping and magical, full of mystery, intrigue and of course faeries! * The School Librarian *This is a deliciously rich novel ... There's a pleasurable interplay between the matter-of-fact human world and the dangerous but tempting possibilities of enchantment that the best of this genre is so good at revealing. * Open Graves Open Minds *
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Lightfall Shadow of the Bird
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewGorgeous artwork and a lovable heroine make Lightfall the series I wish I'd had as a kid. — Faith Erin Hicks, New York Times bestselling and Eisner Award-winning creator An invigorating, original fantasy that’s entertaining and reflective in equal measure. — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Praise for Lightfall: The Girl and the Galdurian: Beautifully drawn. Tim Probert has created a world readers will want to visit. — Kazu Kibuishi, bestselling author of Amulet Probert’s debut graphic novel is both inventive and familiar, with unique characters in a fresh fantasy world embarking on a classic quest. — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review) Probert’s cinematic, full-color artwork is packed with inventive creatures and vivid landscapes perfectly in keeping with the fantasy adventure atmosphere. — Booklist Probert’s debut combines engaging fantasy elements: mysterious enemies, fateful responsibility, and death-defying action against a variety of foes. Detailed, jewel-colored art illuminates Irpa’s radiance as Bea’s journey unveils sweeping landscapes, Ghibli-esque character design, and luminous architecture. Worried Bea and enthusiastic Cad quickly become a team that readers can root for, and compelling unsolved mysteries demand a follow-up. — Publishers Weekly Majestic artwork, a burgeoning friendship, and the promise of adventure keep the pages turning in this to-be-continued tale. — School Library Journal Thoroughly satisfying, with a cliffhanger ending that’s sure to hook readers. — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Hooky Volume 2
Book SynopsisA New York Times Bestseller!This magical adventure from the #1 digital comic platform WEBTOON continues as Dani and Dorian answer the question they’ve been avoiding: could one of them be the king of witches?Trade Review“Magical adventures abound in this engaging and appealing follow-up.” — Kirkus Reviews
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Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Bloodmarked
Book SynopsisAn instant #1 New York Times bestseller! ?Deonn expertly weaves together a universe that both shines a light on the pervasive nature of racism and also harnesses the complexity of Black identity within this space. Deonn writes so much more than simple fantasies or Arthurian retellings.? ?Booklist (starred review) The ?worthy successor to an explosive debut? (Kirkus Reviews)?the New York Times bestselling and award-winning Legendborn?perfect for fans of Cassandra Clare and Margaret Rogerson!The shadows have risen, and the line is law. All Bree wanted was to uncover the truth behind her mother?s death. So she infiltrated the Legendborn Order, a secret society descended from King Arthur?s knights?only to discover her own ancestral power. Now, Bree has become someone new: A Medium. A Bloodcrafter. A Scion. But the ancient war between demons and the Order is rising to a deadly peak. And Nick, the Legendborn boy Bree fell in love with, has been kidnapped. Bree wants to fight, but the Regents who rule the Order won?t let her. To them, she is an unknown girl with unheard-of power, and as the living anchor for the spell that preserves the Legendborn cycle, she must be protected. When the Regents reveal they will do whatever it takes to hide the war, Bree and her friends must go on the run to rescue Nick themselves. But enemies are everywhere, Bree?s powers are unpredictable and dangerous, and she can?t escape her growing attraction to Selwyn, the mage sworn to protect Nick until death. If Bree has any hope of saving herself and the people she loves, she must learn to control her powers from the ancestors who wielded them first?without losing herself in the process.
£15.99
Tor Publishing Group Gilded Serpent
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Sprawling yet intricate and completely engrossing."--Kirkus Reviews "This is a lush, imaginative world, and as the focus shifts between Teriana and Marcus, it becomes clear that the readers are only getting a glimpse of its complicated history and mythology. [F]ans of Rutkoski's sighworthy The Winner's Kiss and the high-stakes sea adventure of Levenseller's Daughter of the Pirate King will want to know where Marcus and Teriana journey to next."--Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "The plot's twists and turns and fantastical elements add to the allure of this thrilling story. Exhilarating fantasy-adventure romance for fans of Tricia Levenseller's Daughter of the Pirate King, Alexandra Christo's To Kill a Kingdom, or Natalie C. Parker's Seafire. Readers will eagerly await the next book in the series."--School Library Journal
£14.27
Disney Book Publishing Inc. Gravity Falls Gravity Falls Tales of the Strange
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£12.34
