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Emily Windsnap and the Castle in the Mist

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Series: Emily Windsnap
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Emily Windsnap and the Castle in the Mist by Liz Kessler is a delightful children's tale revolving around Emily, a girl who turns into a mermaid when she enters the water. In this instalment, Emily discovers a mysterious castle shrouded in fog and learns it holds ancient secrets and potential danger. As Emily tries to unveil its mysteries, she faces challenges that test her courage and friendships.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by magical adventures that blend life on land and sea. Perfect for those who love enchanting tales of friendship and mystery set in underwater worlds where mermaids and adventure go hand in hand.

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Emily Windsnap, the mermaid next door, is back in this third book in the NEW YORK TIMES bestselling series, now in a new edition with a gorgeous cover look.

Emily Windsnap, the mermaid next door, is back in this third book in the NEW YORK TIMES bestselling series, now in a new edition with a gorgeous cover look.

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The magic ring that Emily Windsnap — half mermaid, half ordinary girl — finds buried in the sand belongs to Neptune, and he wants it back. But the ring, once on, won't come off, and an angry Neptune sends Emily's boat spinning away across the sea.

When it comes to rest, she and her best friend, Shona, can see a mysterious castle shimmering in the mist on the horizon...

Another magical adventure full of fun and friendship!

Series: Emily Windsnap

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  • Emily Windsnap and the Castle in the Mist
    The magic ring that Emily Windsnap — half mermaid, half ordinary girl — finds buried in the sand belongs to Neptune, and he wants it back. But the ring, once on, won't come off, and an angry Neptune sends Emily's boat spinning away across the sea. When it comes to rest, she and her best friend, Shona, can see a...
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  • Emily Windsnap and the Ship of Lost Souls
    Welcome back to the world of Emily Windsnap! A school trip to a beautiful island plunges Emily and her friends into a new adventure. What is the secret of the mysterious ship that sometimes appears on the horizon, and does the answer lie in the lost city of Atlantis? Emily's adventures have been captivating fans for more than ten years,...
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  • Emily Windsnap and the Tides of Time
    The brand new ninth book in the five-million-copy-selling Emily Windsnap series by Liz Kessler. Bubbling with magic, fun, friendship, and oceans of adventure. Emily Windsnap has returned home to Brightport, but she can't help but miss the fantastical adventures she's been having on pirates ships and tropical islands. And Brightport isn't exactly welcoming her home either—in fact, her best friend...
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  • Emily Windsnap and the Monster from the Deep
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    Meet Emily Windsnap! Ordinary girl on land, magical mermaid in water... Bubbling with magic, fun, friendship and new heights of adventure, a must-read for girls aged 8-12. Emily Windsnap and the Falls of Forgotten Island features Emily Windsnap, an ordinary girl on land and a magical mermaid in water. She is overdue a break from excitement, as her exhausted best...
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    Emily Windsnap and the Siren's Secret follows Emily as she revels in her family's return to Brightport. However, their efforts to adhere to Neptune's orders by uniting humans and merfolk seem destined for failure. Expelled from mermaid school and ridiculed by her old adversary, Mandy Rushton, Emily embarks on a quest to find the lost sirens who were exiled by...
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Emily Windsnap and the Castle in the Mist has been praised for its vibrant and imaginative depiction of a watery world full of adventure. Reviewers highlight the book's engaging plot and captivating descriptions, which bring the underwater setting to life. It's noted for its exciting action sequences and a charming portrayal of its half-mermaid protagonist, making it a delightful read for children.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444015119

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 August 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orion Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Natacha Ledwidge

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 240

About the Author

Liz Kessler studied English at Loughborough University, has worked as a teacher and a journalist and has an MA in Creative Writing from Manchester Metropolitan University. Liz lives in Cornwall.

Find out more at http://www.lizkessler.co.uk, follow her on Twitter @lizkesslerbooks and like her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/lizkesslerchildrensauthor.

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