9781599900063

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Bloomsbury USA Childrens

On sale:

July 2008

Price:

$16.99

Format:

Hardcover

Size:

5.0625 x 7.75 in

Pages:

288 pp

Ages:

8-12

Grades:

3-6


ISBN-13: 9781599900063

ISBN-10: 1599900068



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9781599903705

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Spellbound

By Anna Dale

Book Description

An innocent summer holiday turns out to be anything but for Athene and her younger brother, Zach, when they find themselves caught up in a skirmish between two groups of gnome-like creatures: The Humble Gloam live above ground and get along with humans; the Low Gloam live below and despise everyone. When Zach stumbles into Low Gloam territory, Athene disguises herself to rescue him and discovers a secret that could bring the two Gloam tribes together-if it doesn't tear them apart, first. Humorous plot twists, magical potions, talking animals, and creatures aplenty will keep readers hurriedly turning the pages of Anna Dale's newest fantasy.




PRAISE FOR WHISPERING TO WITCHES:

"Dale nimbly ties together the spidery threads of her story in a beguiling denouement. This cast's amusing antics will keep fantasy fans thoroughly engaged."-PublishersWeekly, starred review

"Plenty of potions . . . and plot twists keep the story buoyant, and abundant acts of selfless bravery contribute a sweet, uplifting quality that distinguishes this lightning-quick broomstick ride."-Kirkus Reviews

"Tightly plotted and with enough twists and turns to keep readers on their toes, this will satisfy Harry Potter fans in need of a fantasy fix."-Booklist

"Dale nimbly ties together the spidery threads of her story in a beguiling denouement. This cast's amusing antics will keep fantasy fans thoroughly engaged."—PublishersWeekly, starred review

"Plenty of potions . . . and plot twists keep the story buoyant, and abundant acts of selfless bravery contribute a sweet, uplifting quality that distinguishes this lightning-quick broomstick ride."—Kirkus Reviews

"Tightly plotted and with enough twists and turns to keep readers on their toes, this will satisfy Harry Potter fans in need of a fantasy fix."—Booklist

"This is a charming cautionary tale for older siblings with plenty of remorse, adventure, and success to keep youngsters turning pages. ...After following Athene on her rescue and retrieval mission, young readers will wish for their own time underground with stalwart Gloam-ish and animal companions." --BCCB