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The Magicians of Caprona

By Diana Wynne Jones
Series: The Chrestomanci Series
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The Magicians of Caprona by Diana Wynne Jones is set in the enchanting Italian city of Caprona, where two feuding families of spellworkers must set their differences aside to combat a greater evil threatening their home. The story follows the dueling Montana and Petrocchi clans, with young members discovering that the real danger lies outside their rivalries. Blending magic, intrigue, and a touch of humour, this tale offers a captivating adventure for young readers.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this enchanting tale if you love stories filled with magic, family dynamics, and captivating adventures set in a fantastical, Italian-inspired city. It's perfect for those who appreciate imaginative twists, engaging characters, and the timeless battle of good versus evil, all crafted with Diana Wynne Jones's signature wit and charm.

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The Magicians of Caprona

Glorious new rejacket of a Diana Wynne Jones favourite, featuring Chrestomanci – now a book with extra bits!

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Glorious new rejacket of a Diana Wynne Jones favourite, featuring Chrestomanci – now a book with extra bits!

The Dukedom of Caprona is a place where music is enchantment and spells are as slippery as spaghetti. The magical business is run by two families – the Montanas and the Petrocchis – and they are deadly rivals. So when all the spells start going wrong, they naturally blame each other.

Chrestomanci suspects an evil enchanter; others say it is a White Devil. Or maybe a different kind of magic is needed to save Caprona…

Series: The Chrestomanci Series

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The Magicians of Caprona is praised for its humorous and magical storytelling while offering a serious undercurrent that speaks to readers' emotions. The book's imaginative world-building stands out, captivating readers in a manner likened to popular authors such as Stephen King and J.K. Rowling. Critics highlight the author's skill in balancing detail to engage readers without overwhelming them.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780007267682

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 February 2008

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Edition: New edition

Illustration: (chapter heads line)

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 230g

Pages: 288

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Diana Wynne Jones Series: The Chrestomanci Series 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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