The School between Winter and Fairyland

Name: The School between Winter and Fairyland
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781760526542
Price: 21.0 NZD
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By Heather Fawcett

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Summary

The School between Winter and Fairyland by Heather Fawcett is a magical tale set at an enchanted boarding school that lies between two fantastical realms. The story follows Autumn, who uncovers hidden secrets and supernatural wonders while forging friendships and tackling mysterious challenges. This children's book weaves elements of fantasy and discovery, inviting readers into a world where the ordinary meets the extraordinary.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this enchanting tale if you're a fan of magical adventures and heartwarming friendships. It's perfect for young readers who love stories set in whimsical worlds with a mix of mystery and imagination. If you appreciate a narrative where young protagonists grow and face challenges in a fantastical setting, this book could be a delightful read for you.

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A spell-binding tale of magic, monsters and mystery, set in an enchanted boarding school. Full of suspense and exquisitely written, this is middle-grade fantasy at its best - and most original - for fans of Nevermoor.

Description

Twelve-year-old Autumn is a beastkeeper at Inglenook School for Magicians, which she secretly dreams of attending as a student. Instead, she must care for Inglenook's menagerie of dangerous creatures so the king's future monster hunters can study them. But when she isn't mucking out the griffin stalls, Autumn searches for clues about her twin brother's mysterious disappearance. Everyone else thinks that he was devoured by the terrifying Hollow Dragon, but Autumn isn't so sure.

Enter Cai Morrigan, the famous young magician prophesied to one day destroy the Hollow Dragon. When Cai comes to Autumn with a secret problem, Autumn agrees to help on one condition: that the Chosen One join her quest to find her brother. Together they uncover the dark truth that lies at the heart of Inglenook School - because every school has its secrets...

This book has everything I love about fantasy, tied together with gorgeous writing, vivid visuals and a gutsy, down-to-earth heroine. - Amelia Mellor, author of The Grandest Bookshop in the World

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760526542

Publisher: A&U Children's

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 September 2021

Country: Australia

Imprint: A&U Children

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 304g

Pages: 352

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Heather Fawcett Young Adult

About the Author

Heather Fawcett is the author of the middle grade novels Ember and the Ice Dragons and The Language of Ghosts, as well as the young adult series Even the Darkest Stars. She has a master's degree in English literature and has worked as an archaeologist, photographer, technical writer, and backstage assistant for a Shakespearean theatre festival. She lives on Vancouver Island, Canada. Visit Heather online at www.heatherfawcettbooks.com.

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