This week my children's book reviews include a beautiful middle grade fantasy inspired by Nordic Fairytales, a picture book about a magical dinosaur, a middle grade book for the seasons by a favourite author and a mythical adventure for teens.
Also in the Weekend section of The South Wales Evening Post. Enjoy!
BOOK OF THE WEEK
NORTH
CHILD BY EDITH PATTOU
CHILDRENS
9+
An
irresistible winters tale based on Scandinavian fairy tales and
Beauty and The Beast. An epic adventure that takes Rose to an
enchanted snowbound castle on the back of a white bear. Who is the
stranger that appears to her nightly? The cast of magical characters
and the stunning world building is spellbinding. A romantic adventure
of true friendship that will sweep you off your feet. For fans of
Phillip Pullman and Sophie Anderson.
PB
Usborne Publishing £7.99
THE GIRL AND THE DINOSAUR BY HOLLIE
HUGHES & SARAH MASSINI
PICTURE BOOK 4+
Marianne finds a
dinosaur skeleton on the beach when she is digging in the sand. She
calls it Bony. When Bony magically comes to life, they go on a
whimsical adventure meeting fairies, unicorns and giants. An engaging
story about the power of dreams and the belief anything is possible.
The evocative illustrations capture the seaside and fantastical
elements perfectly. It will take children on an enchanting journey
before bedtime.
HB Bloomsbury £10.99
STORIES FOR EVERY SEASON BY ENID
BLYTON
CHILDREN 8+
A beautiful
treasury of stories for every season by one of the world's best-loved
storytellers. Bursting with charming full -colour illustrations by
Becky Cameron throughout this is perfect for reading aloud or for
young readers. Step into a world of magic and nature where elfin
tailors make clothes from autumn leaves or meet a fairy in a
seashell. Divided into Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter this is a
lovely gift for all occasions throughout the year.
Hodder HB £19.99
DEEPLIGHT BY FRANCES HARDINGE
YOUNG ADULT 12+
Fourteen-year-old
street urchins Hark and his best friend Jelt dive under the sea for
the relics of long-dead gods to sell. When the sea tries to claim
Jelt Hark will do anything to save him. But what must he sacrifice? A
thrilling adventure in an extraordinarily imagined world about
friendship, power and storytelling. Submerge yourself in this
underwater mythical world of Gods. Perfect for fans of Laini Taylor
and Leigh Bardugo.
Macmillan
HB £12.99
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