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Utterly Dark and the Heart of the Wild

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Utterly Dark and the Heart of the Wild by Philip Reeve is an enchanting children's book that follows the adventures of Utterly, a girl who finds herself confronting mystical forces and unknown perils in a mysterious wilderness. As she navigates through this wondrous yet treacherous landscape, she discovers more about her own strengths and the deep secrets hidden within the wild. This story beautifully weaves themes of courage, friendship, and the allure of the untamed.
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Utterly Dark and the Heart of the Wild

An enchanting story of nature, magic and friendship, from the renowned author ofMortal Engines.

Another entrancing novel full of mystery and spellbinding nature, from bestselling, award-winning author Philip Reeve. As the deep magic of the woods stirs and awakens, so your heart will be stirred by this breathtaking, powerful story.

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Utterly Dark has a special connection to the sea. But it is tested more than ever before, this autumn on the island of Summertide. Accompanying her uncle as he explores mysterious Summertide, Utterly is witness to strange happenings in the woods. Deep, old magic abounds, and threatens to steal those she loves most. Utterly must face truths about what lies beneath the land, and in her own past, if she is to save anyone. And she must make a sacrifice to the sea...An enchanting story of nature, magic and friendship, from the renowned author of Mortal Engines.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788452861

Publisher: David Fickling Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 September 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: David Fickling Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 288

About the Author

Philip Reeve grew up in Brighton. He has been writing stories since he was five years old, but the first one to be published was Mortal Engines which won the Nestl Smarties Book Prize and Blue Peter Book Award. Philip has also provided cartoons and jokes for many books, including Horrible Histories, and co-created young fiction with illustrator Sarah McIntyre.

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