A captivating adventure story for fans of The Chronicles of Narnia and The Golden Compass.
Something is wrong in the house Lin's family rented. The clocks tick too slowly. Frost covers the flowerbed, even in a rain storm. And when a secret key marked "Twistrose" arrives for her, Lin finds in a crack in the cellar and unlocks a gate to the world of Sylver. This frozen realm is the home of every dead animal who ever loved a child. Lin is overjoyed to be reunited with Rufus, the pet she buried under the rosebush. But together they must find the missing Winter Prince in order to save Sylver from destructionâ¦and theyâre not the only ones hunting for the Prince.
Exhilarating suspense and unforgettable characters await the readers of this magical adventure, destined to become a classic.
âThis jewel of a story will capture your heart and your imaginationâ¦Readers should take their time and read with care to fully grasp and decipher the fresh mythology of the land of Sylver. Itâll leave you gasping, laughing, and maybe shedding a tear or two.â âThe New York Journal of Books
"Beguiling.ââNew York Times Book Review
âThis debut novel will captivate readersâ¦Fantasy that evokes the classics of yore and stands proudly among them.â âKirkus Reviews, starred review
Categories:
- Children's Books
- Science Fiction & Fantasy
- Fantasy & Magic
- Science Fiction & Fantasy
Publisher : Puffin Books
Author : Almhjell, Tone
Language : English
Edition : Reprint
Published :2014-09-02
Number Of Pages : 354
Binding : paperback
ISBN-10 : 0142423459
ISBN-13 : 9780142423455
Item weight : 0.65 lb
Dimensions : 1.1 in x 5.1 in x 7.7 in
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