Description
A rusty key opens a dusty box hidden in Alfie's grandad's shed. Inside is an old, old book -- with magical powers. The book promises Alfie a gift, but first he must take the crystal flower across Sleepy Meadows full of Snapping Dragons to the crooked tree that is guarded by Giant Hogweeds. If Alfie succeeds he will be able to do something he has never done before!
The first book in the Alfie Green series: now in paperback.
About the Author
Joe O'Brien lives in Ballyfermot in Dublin with his wife and children. He is the author of nine books featuring Alfie Green, a boy who can talk to plants. For older readers he has written three books about Danny Wilde and his Littlestown Crokes GAA team, Legends' Lair (about Charlie Stubbs and his dreams of becoming a soccer player) and one fantasy novel, Beyond the Cherry Tree. He has appeared on RTE's The Den, TV3's Ireland AM and many radio shows. He regularly holds readings in bookshops and libraries around the country.
Reviews
we really recommend it
-- stpetersbrayblog.comcharming illustrations ... a perfect beginner reader
-- Mad About Books'gorgeous books beautifully illustrated by Jean Texier. Perfect for six-to-seven-year-olds.'
-- Sunday Independent * The Sunday Independent *'This is a tense and exciting story that will capture the imagination . . ."I loved Alfie and the Magical Gift. It was excellent. I think Alfie was very brave to go on the journey by himself. This was the best book I have ever read in my life. It was a great story and was very exciting." Hannah Meaney, 7'
-- Clare People * Clare People *'This is a tense and exciting story that will capture the imagination . . ."I loved Alfie and the Magical Gift. It was excellent. I think Alfie was very brave to go on the journey by himself. This was the best book I have ever read in my life. It was a great story and was very exciting." Hannah Meaney, 7'
-- Clare People * Clare People *'gorgeous books beautifully illustrated by Jean Texier. Perfect for six-to-seven-year-olds.'
-- Sunday Independent * The Sunday Independent *Book Information
ISBN 9781847170415
Author Joe O'Brien
Format Paperback
Page Count 80
Imprint O'Brien Press Ltd
Publisher O'Brien Press Ltd
Series Alfie Green
Weight(grams) 97g
Dimensions(mm) 196mm * 130mm * 6mm
