Join Jordy, Alex, and Chloe as they cross the portal from our world to a strange and wonderful place, accessible for just a moment through the trapdoor of the attic in their family home. From
hat-stand forests to towering hills of old musical instruments, deserts of old books, and a great water-tank lake, the vast continent they stumble upon is one of limitless surprises—and that's
before they meet the inhabitants. The strange clans of small, lumpen people live in homes constructed from all manner of found things and drive vehicles powered by old sewing-machine parts. It is
against this remarkable backdrop that the three children will embark on a spellbinding adventure to recover a prized possession, save a life, and—somehow—find a way back home.
A story of courage, loyalty, and friendship; of incredible landscapes, ingenious devices, and cunning plot twists; Attica has a richness and depth that will delight listeners of
all ages.
Editorial Reviews
Editorial Reviews
“An excellent book, good and original and, in
all the best ways, strange.” —Neil Gaiman, #1 New York Times bestselling author
“Kilworth more than delivers on the premise in
his innovative fantasy adventure…Kilworth doesn’t skimp on his characterization
or story, either. The children have distinct personalities and react to Attica
in realistic ways, finding their own strengths in this exhilarating,
unpredictable environment. This book is a rare find.”
—Booklist (starred review)
“This book is reminiscent of Narnia with its
alternative, magical world. A fantastic read that will have imaginations
working overtime.” —The Bookseller
Garry Kilworth has published more than 120 short stories and 70 novels, including The Hundred-Towered City, In the Country of Tattooed Men and Other
Cyphers, Jigsaw, the Knights of Liofwende series, Rogue Officer, and The Silver Claw. He has won numerous awards, including the British Science Fiction Award and
World Fantasy Award, and was a finalist for the Carnegie Medal.
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Details
Format:
CD
Format:
Library CD
Format:
MP3 CD
Format:
Playaway
Available Formats :
CD, Library CD, MP3 CD, Playaway
Category:
Fiction
Publisher:
Blackstone Publishing
Publisher:
Blackstone Publishing
Publisher:
Blackstone Publishing
Publisher:
Blackstone Publishing
CDs:
8
CDs:
8
CDs:
1
CDs:
1
Runtime:
9.78
ISBN:
9781470882327
ISBN:
9781470882334
ISBN:
9781470882303
ISBN:
9781470882365
Audience:
Children (8–12)
Language:
English
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