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The Pinhoe Egg

By Diana Wynne Jones
Series: The Chrestomanci Series
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In The Pinhoe Egg by Diana Wynne Jones, readers are drawn into a magical conflict between two families in the enchanting world of Chrestomanci. The story revolves around a mysterious egg that leads to unexpected adventures and challenges as secrets unfold. Set in a quaint English village where magic is integrated into everyday life, the tale masterfully combines whimsy, mystery, and familial intrigue.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You're likely to enjoy this delightful tale if you love a blend of magic, adventure, and whimsy. Ideal for readers who relish stories of hidden secrets and long-forgotten powers, it offers an enchanting world full of eccentric characters and unique magical creatures. Perfect for children and the young at heart who appreciate imaginative storytelling.

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The Pinhoe Egg

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!

Spells always have consequences, and it's Chrestomanci's job to make sure everything is safely under control. Even so, in the village around Chrestomanci Castle, all sorts of secret magical misuse is going on. And when Cat Chant finds The Pinhoe Egg, chaos is just the beginning!

A masterpiece of magic, mayhem, and mirth!

Series: The Chrestomanci Series

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The Pinhoe Egg by Diana Wynne Jones is praised for its blend of humour and magic, weaving complex alternate worlds with underlying serious themes that resonate with readers' emotions. Reviewers highlight its enchanting quality, comparing its impact to major works in the genre, with its detailed storytelling capturing the imagination without overwhelming.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780007228553

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 April 2007

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: Primary and secondary education, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 416

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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