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The Griffin Gate

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The Griffin Gate by Vashti Hardy follows the adventurous journey of Grace Griffin, a young girl from a family with a magical map that helps them protect their world. Set in a fantasy universe, Grace yearns to prove herself as a trusted gatekeeper and is suddenly thrust into a challenge that tests her courage and ingenuity. This children's book is filled with intrigue, mystery, and the wonder of exploring fantastical realms.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this enchanting story if you're captivated by thrilling adventures and magical worlds. It's perfect for young readers who love strong, clever characters embarking on exciting quests filled with mystery and discovery.

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The Griffin Gate

Bestselling author Vashti Hardy transports us to a world like no other in a steampunk, fantasy adventure with family at its heart.

Incredible inventions, mystery and magic from the imagination of Vashti Hardy (Dyslexia-friendly)

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Bestselling author Vashti Hardy transports us to a world like no other in a steampunk, fantasy adventure with family at its heart.

Warden Griffin at your service. Can I ask if you've seen a monster in the area …?

Grace's family are wardens of the Griffin Map, using its teleport technology to fight crime across Moreland. Although Grace is still too young, she longs to go on missions herself. After all, if her brother, Bren, can do it, why can't she?

So when Grace finds herself alone with the map when a distress call comes in, she jumps at the chance to prove she's up to the task. But the map transports Grace to a remote village where nothing is quite as it seems … Has she taken on more than she can handle?

Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

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The Griffin Gate by Vashti Hardy is praised for its action-packed narrative and appealing steampunk elements, capturing the interest of fantasy-loving middle graders. The book is noted for its imaginative storytelling and a strong emphasis on adventure and family. It offers a mix of monsters, mystery, and a courageous young heroine, making it an engaging read for those seeking captivating escapism.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781781129432

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 October 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Barrington Stoke Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Natalie Smillie

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 180g

Pages: 112

About the Author

Vashti Hardy was a primary school teacher for several years and has always had a keen interest in children's writing, leading to her MA in Creative Writing from the University of Chichester. Vashti is an alumni member and writing buddy of The Golden Egg Academy, and her books Brightstorm and the award-winning Wildspark are critically acclaimed. Vashti lives near Brighton in Sussex.

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