Description
From Cerrie Burnell, author of Wilder than Midnight, comes a gorgeous tale of spellbinding magic, wild adventure and the power of friendship and courage.
In the Kingdom of Veniera is a mystical place called 'the ether', where subjects can find the magical strands afforded to their place in society. Most magic is good, but there are also dark enchantments, extremely rare, only to be used in the most desperate of times. . .
Fifteen years ago, two babies were born to very different families. But both girls were born without their right hands and, as they grew up, their matching long dark hair, sparkling green eyes and disabilities make it tricky to tell them apart.
Neva grew up to be a talented thief, able to cast enchantments she shouldn't. She also longs to be an opera singer, but lacks the confidence to step into the spotlight.
Aria is the last princess of her tragic family. She can only access one golden strand, a royal enchantment. Though she's a brave young woman, her secret lack of magic makes the kingdom extremely vulnerable to foes.
Though they were expected to lead very different lives, a chance encounter one midsummer's eve will entwine Aria and Neva in a thrilling and dangerous adventure that will change their fates forever.
About the Author
Cerrie Burnell is an author, actor and ambassador. During her time on CBeebies she broke down barriers, challenged stereotypes and overcame discrimination to become one of the most visible presenters on children's TV. She has been listed by the Observer as one of the top ten children's presenters of all time. Cerrie is the author of thirteen children's books including her first non-fiction title, the award-winning I Am Not a Label; Snowflakes, which she adapted for the stage; as well as the Harper series, which was selected for a World Book Day title. She also wrote and starred in the play Winged: A Fairytale, as well as creating the one-woman show The Magical Playroom, which premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe. In 2017 Cerrie was awarded an honorary degree for Services to Media from the Open University. She is a patron of Polka Theatre and has been an author-in-residence at Great Ormond Street Hospital. Since leaving CBeebies in 2017, Cerrie has appeared on television in Doctors and made the eye-opening documentary Silenced: The Hidden Story of Disabled Britain. In 2021 Cerrie joined the BBC's Creative Diversity team as one of their new Disability Ambassadors.
Book Information
ISBN 9780241713433
Author Cerrie Burnell
Format Paperback
Page Count 320
Imprint Penguin Books Ltd
Publisher Penguin Random House Children's UK
Series Dark Enchantments
Weight(grams) 200g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 35mm
Details
Series: |
Dark Enchantments |
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Penguin Books Ltd |
