Description
The circus has seen better days, but for Bastjan it's home. He will do anything he can to save it, even if it means participating in a death-defying new act. But when that fails to draw in the crowds, the ringmaster makes a deal with a mysterious man by the name of Dr Bauer.
In exchange for his help, Bauer wants a box that belonged to Bastjan's mother and came from her birthplace - the faraway island of Melita. Bastjan is desperate to keep his only memento of his mother out of Bauer's hands. And as he uncovers more about the strange objects contained within, he realizes it's not only the circus that's in terrible danger...
A fast-paced and atmospheric fantasy adventure that can also be enjoyed as a prequel to the much-loved THE EYE OF THE NORTH, perfect for fans of NEVERMOOR, THE UNCOMMONERS and SKYSONG.
Praise for THE EYE OF THE NORTH:
"A charming, thrilling tale of adventure" - Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of THE GIRL OF INK AND STARS
"O'Hart's writing crackles with imagination" - Jennifer Bell, author of THE UNCOMMONERS
"A wonderfully exciting adventure" - Abi Elphinstone, author of SKYSONG
About the Author
Sinead O'Hart was raised in a small house full of books in the south-east of Ireland. She has a degree in Medieval English and has had many careers (including butcher, bookseller and university lecturer). She now lives in County Meath, near Dublin, with her husband, their daughter and an ever-expanding book collection. Visit sjohart.wordpress.com | @SJOHart
Reviews
"A real page-turner." -- The Irish Independent
Book Information
ISBN 9781788953054
Author Sinead O'Hart
Format Paperback
Page Count 384
Imprint Stripes Publishing
Publisher Little Tiger Press Group