The Clockwork Crow
Published on 4. October 2018
Book
Paperback/Softback
224 pages
978-1-910080-84-9 (ISBN)
Description
A magical story of snow and stars by Catherine Fisher. The Clockwork Crow is a mysterious gothic Christmas tale set in a frost-bound Victorian country mansion. When orphaned Seren Rees is given a mysterious package by a strange and frightened man on her way to her new home, she reluctantly takes it with her. But what is in the parcel? Who are the Family who must not be spoken of, and can the Crow help Seren find Tom, before the owner of the parcel finds her? The Clockwork Crow is a gripping Christmas tale of families and belonging set in snowy Wales from a master storyteller.
Reviews / Votes
'A marvellous book, and a book of marvels, shivery with suspense, snow and sinister magic - the most seasonal treat since The Box of Delights.' -- Amanda Craig 'Children of ten and older will find themselves pleasurably lost in this enchanting, candlelit delight.' -- Philip Womack 'Full of deep fairytale resonance, Fisher s writing stands out in the mind s eye like blood drops on snow.' -- Imogen Russell WilliamsMore details
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Language
English
Place of publication
Cardiff
United Kingdom
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 9 to 12 years
Product notice
Paperback (UK-trade)
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 129 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-910080-84-9 (9781910080849)
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