Set in rural Somerset, Broken is the story of Jem Love, whose family is torn apart by his mother's drug taking, and whose young brother and sister are taken into care. Jem is determined to get his family back together again. But what can a 14 year-old boy do in a world dominated by adults?
Growing up amidst the ruins of war, four children play among the bridges and cobblestone walkways of an old city, using them as a backdrop for their games. Pieter Bader, the eldest, wants nothing more than to work with their father in the family business, designers of mirrors for royalty since the 17th century.
Set during a seemingly peaceful summer, Jack faces a chilling new threat as individuals sharing his name are attacked, leading him to suspect the return of the villain Mendorun. With his home destroyed, Jack must find a way to warn his friend Jacob, but the journey to the Kingdom of Sudana is fraught with challenges. His only hope lies in resurrecting Adolphus, a guardian lion, to aid him. This thrilling adventure continues the Jack Burnside trilogy, following the events of "A Dangerous Game" and "The Bird Children."
The story unfolds in a world where carinatae, powerful shape-shifters, reign over land, sea, and air. As these beings navigate their extraordinary abilities, they face challenges that test their dominance and unity. Themes of identity, power, and transformation are explored, revealing the complexities of their existence and the struggles that arise within their society. The narrative promises a blend of adventure and introspection, inviting readers to delve into the lives of these enigmatic rulers and the world they inhabit.
Blending historical fiction with fantasy elements, this book transports readers to a richly imagined world where real events intertwine with magical occurrences. The narrative explores the complexities of its characters as they navigate a landscape shaped by both history and myth, offering a unique perspective on familiar events. Themes of power, identity, and the supernatural challenge the boundaries of reality, creating an engaging and thought-provoking experience for fans of both genres.
War has overtaken the continent, the invaders trampling nations and people into the dust and once again, the carinatae or swan-people have been forced to flee, all except for Yoest. He has repaid his debt to Ramon, rescuing Rico and Maestro, the musician, from certain death. číst celé
Micky thinks life's rotten: he's the youngest in the family and can't do anything right. Fortunately, help is at hand when an old fisherman offers to teach Micky to swim. Although, there's something rather curious about this particular fisherman...He wears a seaweed shawl and his boat appears to have legs.
Liz is different from other children. She can read her brothers thoughts as if they were her own and when he begins to have nightmares, sees the monsters and the menacing oriental figure clearly as he does. Beyond being told they are adopted, Liz and Phil know nothing of their past and Alison Shaw, their mother, is determined to keep it that way...
Jack, who shares his name with the soccer superstar, Jack Burnside, is a keen footballer. When his best mate, Saleem, fails to return after a visit to his home, there is little Jack can do about it, until he receives a mysterious parcel in the post.
Dedicated to the more mature echelons of society and delightfully illustrated by Katie Beltrami, who just happens to be young, Barbara Spencer's Age and the Antique Sideboard takes a fun-filled look at life, in which there are some extraordinary goings-on.