Greenwild: The World Behind The Door
Erschienen am 1. Juni 2023
Buch
Hardcover
400 Seiten
978-1-0350-1573-3 (ISBN)
Beschreibung
Winner of the Overall Waterstones Children's Book Prize
Blackwells Children's Book of the Year
An instant New York Times bestseller
Pari Thomson's magical adventure series begins with Greenwild: The World Behind the Door, with stunning illustrations by Elisa Paganelli. Open the door to a spellbinding world where the wilderness is alive and a deep magic rises from the earth itself . . .
'Phenomenal . . . If you don't believe in magic, you will after you've read Greenwild' - A. F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief
Daisy Thistledown has escaped from boarding school and has a mystery to solve. Her search for her missing mother will lead her across London and through a hidden doorway to another world, filled with plants and bursting with magic: the Greenwild.
But all is not well in this astonishing land. Before long Daisy finds herself confronting a dangerous presence that threatens green magic on both sides of the door. Daisy must band together with a botanical genius, a boy who can talk to animals, and a cat with an attitude, to channel the power that can revive the Greenwild and find her missing mother - and save her own world too.
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the Greenwild, in this enchanting fantasy with an environmental twist.
'An eco-thriller novel every child should read' - The Telegraph
'Greenwild is a thrilling adventure that takes seed in your imagination and runs wild!' - M. G. Leonard, author of Beetle Boy
'I adored this book!' - Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn
Blackwells Children's Book of the Year
An instant New York Times bestseller
Pari Thomson's magical adventure series begins with Greenwild: The World Behind the Door, with stunning illustrations by Elisa Paganelli. Open the door to a spellbinding world where the wilderness is alive and a deep magic rises from the earth itself . . .
'Phenomenal . . . If you don't believe in magic, you will after you've read Greenwild' - A. F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief
Daisy Thistledown has escaped from boarding school and has a mystery to solve. Her search for her missing mother will lead her across London and through a hidden doorway to another world, filled with plants and bursting with magic: the Greenwild.
But all is not well in this astonishing land. Before long Daisy finds herself confronting a dangerous presence that threatens green magic on both sides of the door. Daisy must band together with a botanical genius, a boy who can talk to animals, and a cat with an attitude, to channel the power that can revive the Greenwild and find her missing mother - and save her own world too.
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the Greenwild, in this enchanting fantasy with an environmental twist.
'An eco-thriller novel every child should read' - The Telegraph
'Greenwild is a thrilling adventure that takes seed in your imagination and runs wild!' - M. G. Leonard, author of Beetle Boy
'I adored this book!' - Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn
Rezensionen / Stimmen
Phenomenal . . . If you don't believe in magic, you will after you've read Greenwild. -- A. F. Steadman, author of <i>Skandar and the Unicorn Thief</i> This wonderful book is a masterclass in how to write a timeless adventure story . . . Thomson is a razor-quick writer, who always keeps the reader tottering near a cliff. * The Telegraph * The scene-setting is exquisite and the writing a delight. * The Times, Children's Book of the Week * A spellbinding, enchanting read full of wildness and beauty. -- Hannah Gold, author of <i>The Last Bear</i> This enthralling story is entwined with the magic of the natural world, and in Daisy Thistledown, Pari Thomson has created a brave and endearing hero who grows with each new challenge. Elisa Paganelli's stunning illustrations make this a truly wonderful book that children will love. -- M. G. Leonard, author of<i> Beetle Boy</i> Thomson has created a gorgeous, utterly believable world as magical and magnificent as the Amazon rainforest itself. I adored this book! -- Aisling Fowler, author of<i> Fireborn</i> I adored this wild and wondrous adventure . . . After delving into the lush, magical world of the Greenwild, I never wanted to leave! -- Maria Kuzniar, author of <i>The Ship of Shadows</i> Bursting with charm and imagination, Greenwild is a rare and wondrous treasure that had me spellbound from first page to last. -- Catherine Doyle, author of <i>The Storm Keeper's Island</i> A beautifully realised eco-fantasy that will open a door in readers' hearts. -- Chris Riddell Greenwild simply glows with wild magic. Pari's beautiful writing is exquisitely crafted and ever so vivid . . . A delightful read that charmed me from start to finish - I can't wait to read what Pari Thomson writes next! -- Sophie Kirtley, author of <i>The Wild Way Home</i> I fell utterly in love with this sharply beautiful, contemporary adventure, of a courageous girl seeking to find her brilliant mother and uncovering a diverse heritage of wild magic. -- Cerrie Burnell, author of <i>Wilder Than Midnight</i> Wildly thrilling and beautifully written . . . An immensely accomplished debut, rooted with magic! -- Carlie Sorosiak, author of<i> I, Cosmo</i> A spectacular debut. A mesmerising eco-mystery filled with twists and turns and infused with green magic. -- Rashmi Sirdeshpande A garden of delights, full of danger and magic, mystery and friendship . . . themes of environmental conservation and community cooperation will resonate with readers of all ages. -- Jennifer Adam A wonderfully whimsical story with a beautiful world - and lots of mystery and adventure - for readers to immerse themselves in. Pari Thomson is an exciting new author. -- Aisha Bushby, author of<i> A Pocketful of Stars</i> Expertly wrought and worth planting on shelves. * Kirkus * A gloriously imaginative adventure story * Newbury Today * Greenwild delivers that Narnia feeling . . . This will send roots and shoots into the imagination of 9-12s, with lovely illustrations by Elisa Paganelli. * New Statesman * A completely original and beautiful fantasy adventure * Armadillo * Exquisitely balancing compelling detail with thrilling action, this has a strong eco message at its heart. Beautiful. * BookTrust * A fast-paced eco-fantasy.. this is sure to enchant readers, young and old. * Books for Keeps' Books of the Year 2023 *Weitere Details
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Sprache
Englisch
Verlagsort
London
Großbritannien
Verlagsgruppe
Pan Macmillan
Zielgruppe
Für Kinder
Interest Age: From 9 to 11 years
Maße
Höhe: 224 mm
Breite: 144 mm
Dicke: 39 mm
Gewicht
508 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-0350-1573-3 (9781035015733)
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Pari Thomson works as a Senior Commissioning Editor for picture books at Bloomsbury Children's Books. Half Persian, half English, she lived in many places while she was growing up, including India, Pakistan, the USA, the UK and Belgium. She studied at Oxford University and now lives near the river in London, not far from Kew Gardens. Greenwild: The World Behind the Door is her debut novel.
Elisa Paganelli was born in Italy and since childhood, hasn't been able to resist the smell of paper and pencils. She graduated from the European Institute of Design in Turn and worked in advertising, as well as running an award-winning design shop and studio. She now collaborates as a freelance designer with publishers and advertising agencies all over the world, including designing and illustrating The House With Chicken Legs, Greenwild: The World Behind the Door and the Travels of Ermine series.
Elisa Paganelli was born in Italy and since childhood, hasn't been able to resist the smell of paper and pencils. She graduated from the European Institute of Design in Turn and worked in advertising, as well as running an award-winning design shop and studio. She now collaborates as a freelance designer with publishers and advertising agencies all over the world, including designing and illustrating The House With Chicken Legs, Greenwild: The World Behind the Door and the Travels of Ermine series.