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Book SynopsisA perilous adventure through the rugged Scottish hills as Pearl tries to rescue her triplet siblings.
Trade Review"Don's fast-paced, well-crafted tale of betrayal, magic and adventure is also a reflection on choice and destiny. A strong sense of place, good characterisation and a refreshingly competent heroine make this a thoroughly enjoyable read."
-- Juliette Saumande, Bookfest: Recommended Reading Guide 2010 by Children's Books Ireland
'Descriptive and finely attuned to its Scottish Highland setting this atmospheric fantasy tale would work well as a class or group reader.'
-- Write Away
'There are plenty of children out there who will be excited and inspired by this book.'
-- Lothian Life
'The most satisfying accomplishment of this book is the characterisation of Pearl... Pearl makes this a praiseworthy book.'
-- Armadillo
'A lovely, old fashioned, mystical tale set in the Scottish Highlands in the 1920s and woven by a true storyteller.'
-- Yvonne Coppard, Carousel, Spring 2011
'I really enjoyed this book, the adventure and the situations Pearl had to work her way through.'
-- Carly MacDonald (Gracemount High), Teen Titles, December 2010
'Readers will love it.'
-- The Yellow Brick Road
'This is the one for me. From magic to missing triplets to intrigue, you have it all.'
-- Crazed Mind