This week my children's book reviews include an extraordinary futuristic adventure, a picture book about a grumpy bat, an enchanting new series for early readers and an alternative take on classic villains. Perfect for Halloween.
Also in the Weekend section of The South Wales Evening Post. Enjoy!
BOOK
OF THE WEEK
THE
EXTRAORDINARY COLOURS OF AUDEN DARE BY ZILLAH BETHELL
CHILDREN
9+
Moving
to his deceased uncle's house Auden makes an extraordinary discovery.
Under the garden shed he finds a human-like robot called Paragon, but
what is he for? Will he help Auden see colour again? Paragon leads
him on a thrilling journey of discovery set against a totalitarian
society which is fighting over water. A captivating, futuristic
adventure about friendship, family and hope. A wonderful gift and
perfect for book club discussion. Artificial Intelligence meets ET.
ISBN
9781848126084 PB Piccadilly Press £6.99
I
AM BAT BY MORAG HOOD
PICTURE
BOOK 3+
A
simple, charming story about a little bat who loves cherries but does
not like sharing. When his cherries keep disappearing Bat must find
out who is taking them. A pertinent story about the pros and con's of
coveting and sharing you possessions. Despite all his failings,
children will love this grumpy, little bat. The bold, luminous
illustrations add layers and humour to the story about learning to
share.
ISBN
9781509834617 HB Two Hoots £11.99
WITCH
FOR A WEEK BY KAYE UMANSKY ILLUSTRATED BY ASHLEY KING
CHILDREN
7+
When
Elsie offers to house-sit for the local witch, Magenta Sharp, she
doesn't expect a talking raven, some very high-maintenance neighbours
and a box of magic, with a sell by date. A spellbinding new series
for young readers who will be absolutely charmed by the hilarious
story of mishaps, mayhem and magic. This cauldron of endearing
characters, adventure and laughs reminded me of Shrek but with
witches!
ISBN
9781471160905 PB Simon & Schuster £6.99
BECAUSE
YOU LOVE TO HATE ME EDITED BY AMERIIE
YOUNG
ADULT 12+
An
alternative anthology of short stories from the point of view of
famous villains. Featuring the biggest names in young adult fiction,
they have written their own spins on classics, inspired by well known
BookTubers. Stories that have inspired them include King Arthur, The
little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast, amongst others. Thirteen
morsels of wickedness to feast on for Halloween, if you dare?
ISBN
9781408882764 PB Bloomsbury £7.99
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