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House of Many Ways

By Diana Wynne Jones
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House of Many Ways by Diana Wynne Jones follows the young protagonist, Charmain, as she is tasked with looking after her ailing great-uncle's unusual house. The magical residence leads her on a journey filled with discovery, adventure, and unexpected guests. Alongside a young wizard named Peter, Charmain uncovers mysteries and learns the intricacies of magic, all while revealing secrets that could change her life forever.
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You might enjoy diving into this charming story if you are captivated by magical adventures and whimsical houses filled with surprises. This delightful children's tale offers a blend of fantasy and humour, perfect for readers who appreciate imaginative worlds and endearing characters. If you cherish stories where young heroes grow and discover their strengths amidst enchanting settings, this book might be a delightful addition to your collection.

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House of Many Ways

A chaotically magical sequel to Howl's Moving Castle.

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A chaotically magical sequel to Howl’s Moving Castle.

‘One of the greatest ever writers for children’ – Garth Nix

‘A true original’ – Katherine Rundell

‘She is the best writer of magical fantasy for children’ – Evening Standard

Charmain Baker is in over her head. Looking after Great Uncle William's tiny cottage while he's ill should have been easy, but Great Uncle William is better known as the Royal Wizard Norland and his house bends space and time. Its single door leads to any number of places – the bedrooms, the kitchen, the caves under the mountains, the past, to name but a few.

By opening that door, Charmain is now also looking after an extremely magical stray dog, a muddled young apprentice wizard and a box of the king's most treasured documents, as well as irritating a clan of small blue creatures.

Caught up in an intense royal search, she encounters an intimidating sorceress named Sophie. And where Sophie is, can the Wizard Howl and fire demon Calcifer be far behind?

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Reviewers praise House of Many Ways and its author, Diana Wynne Jones, for her exceptional talent in crafting magical fantasy stories that captivate both children and adults. Her writing is celebrated for its perfect balance of detail, humour, and imaginative worlds, delivering both entertainment and depth. Renowned authors and publications commend her ability to evoke wonder and engage readers' emotions, with some even suggesting she surpasses famous contemporaries in the genre.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780007275687

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 March 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: Primary and secondary education, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 230g

Pages: 336

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Diana Wynne Jones Young Adult

About the Author

Diana Wynne Jones (1934–2011) spent her childhood in Essex and began writing fantasy novels for children in the 1970s. With her unique combination of magic, humour and imagination, she enthralled generations of children and adults with her work. She won the Guardian Award in 1977 with Charmed Life, was runner-up for the Children's Book Award in 1981 and was twice runner-up for the Carnegie Medal.

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