Children Book Reviews

Name: Sue Wilsher
13 August 2021;

Genre: Fantasy

The Book of Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures is a must-have for anyone with an interest in myths, legends and folklore from around the world, but it also perfect as a reference point. Eight chapters cover all manner of creatures from winged wonders to tricksters with a ge...

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Name: Kelly Buxton
13 August 2021;

Genre: Non Fiction

Eureka! A Big Book of Discoveries is a big book exploding with interesting facts and discoveries covering a range of topics: history, science, Earth, space and nature, there is something to appeal to everyone. Each section has a double-page spread, complete with stunning illus...

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Name: Nicola Cleveland
12 August 2021;

Genre: Fantasy

I always come to the final book of a series with a mix of excitement at what lies ahead and sadness knowing that my journey through a new world with characters that I have grown to love is about to end. And this was no different. Storm Witch and Under Earth were both powerful books with much t...

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Name: Sam Phillips
10 August 2021;

Genre: Mystery & Detective

At the grand old age of..., this is the first ever 'solve your own' book I have read and while I enjoyed the story, I must admit to finding The Monster Maker rather frustrating. Clearly that’s no fault of the book, I thoroughly enjoyed trying to solve the mystery of the missin...

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Name: Sue Wilsher
09 August 2021;

Genre: Fantasy

Twelve lives at the Hunting Lodge. With the other Huntlings, she has taken the pledge, giving up her name and her past to fight the monsters which roam Ember. However, Twelve is driven by the desire for revenge against those who killed her family, keeping a distance from her peers. When the Hu...

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Name: Emma Nelson
08 August 2021;

Genre: Magical Realism

Do not mess with the Mermaids by Michelle Robinson is the second instalment in the escapades of Princess Grace and Princess Portia. The Princesses have been given the new title of 'Sirs' after their success in Do not disturb the Dragons. The book begins with a short recap of t...

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Name: Donna Ritchie
08 August 2021;

Genre: Myths & Legends

I absolutely couldn't wait for Land of Lost Things - the second in the series - having loved the exploits of Whetstone and Lotta in the previous book. Expectations of more exciting adventures into the nine worlds were high. In this book, we meet some of Loki's children - Hel,...

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Name: Emma Nelson
07 August 2021;

Genre: Fairy Tales & Folk Tales

Do Not Disturb the Dragons by Michelle Robinson is a high energy, fast paced read for upper KS1 readers – ages 6+. The main characters - Princess Grace and Princess Portia - are not content with sitting in the palace looking pretty; they want to have the same options as the kn...

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Name: Alison Kelly
06 August 2021;

Genre: Poetry

Michael Rosen opens this powerful collection of poems about migration with these words: 'Poetry is the migrant: it travels. / Poetry is the witness: it listens. / Poetry is the survivor: it lasts.//'.  This unique book brings together Rosen's personal memories, family history and contemporary...

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Name: Sam Phillips
05 August 2021;

Genre: Non Fiction

This book is just great, ideal for any young historian! I almost wish I was back in primary school myself; a project on the Ancient Egyptians using a book like this would be easy. Packed full of relevant clearly written facts and information, supported by simple illustrations and humorous anno...

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