Description
'This heartwarming, witty and touching story is all about hope and belief . . . An absolute delight.' - Daily Mail
Discover the power of true magic in this funny, exciting, big-hearted story by Caryl Lewis, the award-winning author of Seed and The Magician's Daughter. Perfect for boys and girls of 8 to 12. Illustrated throughout by George Ermos.
After one hilarious, disastrous magic show too many, Abby's dad decides it's time to give up showbiz. Until the day Abby finds a mysterious, dusty old book of spells among her mum's things. Mum had always been the dazzling magician, after all. As Abby practises, each new spell brings wonder and joy, not only to Abby and her dad, but also to the whole community.
Nothing lasts forever, though, and after each public performance another spell vanishes from the book. So before the magic disappears forever, Abby and Dad plan one final, spectacular, impossible show . . .
Praise for Caryl Lewis's debut SEED:
'Some books are about magic. Some books ARE magic' - Frank Cottrell-Boyce
'A near-perfect blend of witty humour, rollicking adventure [and] compelling characters.' - Daily Mail
Shortlisted for Breakthrough Children's Book of the Year, The Week Junior Book Awards
Shortlisted for the Brandford Boase Award 2023
A wondrous story about the power of community and giving everyone a chance to shine by the award-winning Caryl Lewis.
About the Author
Caryl Lewis is a Welsh novelist. She is a two time winner of Wales Book of the Year for her literary fiction and has won the Tir na n-Og Award for best children's fiction twice. Her novel Martha, Jac A Sianco was adapted for film and won 6 Welsh BAFTAS and the Spirit of the Festival Award at the 2010 Celtic Media Festival. She is on the Welsh curriculum and is a successful screenwriter (working on BBC/S4C thrillers Hinterland and Hidden). The Magician's Daughter is her second English novel for readers of 8+. She lives with her family on a farm near Aberystwyth in Wales.
Reviews
An engaging story about the power of community and giving everyone a chance to shine. * The Bookseller *
This heartwarming, witty and touching story is all about hope and belief, underpinned by the power of love to heal grief. An absolute delight. * Daily Mail *
The Magician's Daughter tackles important topics like bereavement, the shared comfort from being part of a community and the power of love to heal grief whilst delivering a heartwarming adventure full of colourful characters, stage dramas... and magic. The perfect book hug! * Lancashire Post *
It will encourage children to love reading for it is a story which feels like a comforting warm hug in the form of a book. It is incredibly readable, accessible and a remarkably believable story given its subject matter. * Armadillo Magazine *
An uplifting story that lots of children will be able to relate to. Reading it felt like a little bit of magic! * Books for Topics *
A sparkling dose of wonder for our troubled times * Western Mail *
This is a rousing call to find magic in the everyday. * BookTrust *
This emotional rollercoaster of a book is perfect for readers who enjoy adventure. * National Geographic Kids *
Book Information
ISBN 9781529078169
Author Caryl Lewis
Format Paperback
Page Count 256
Imprint Macmillan Children's Books
Publisher Pan Macmillan
Weight(grams) 216g
Dimensions(mm) 197mm * 130mm * 27mm
