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The Magician's Daughter
- Narrator
- Katherine Press
- Publisher
- Pan Macmillan
- Publish Date
- 15 June 2023
- Run Time
- 5 hours 28 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
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What to expect
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.
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
Critics Review
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An engaging story about the power of community and giving everyone a chance to shine.
The Bookseller
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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
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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
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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
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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
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A sparkling dose of wonder for our troubled times
Western Mail
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This is a rousing call to find magic in the everyday.
BookTrust
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This emotional rollercoaster of a book is perfect for readers who enjoy adventure.
National Geographic Kids
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Details
- Author
- Caryl Lewis, illustrated by George Ermos
- Narrator
- Katherine Press
- Duration
- 5 hours 28 minutes
- Release Date
- 15 June 2023
- ISBN
- 9781035028610
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- Pan Macmillan
- Genre
- Children’s / Teenage fiction: Magical realism / Magical fantasy, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Action and adventure stories, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Family and home stories, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Friendship stories
Synopsis
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.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
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