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OverviewIn Henry Cole’s beautifully illustrated sequel to Brambleheart, reminiscent of Brian Jacques’s Redwall and Avi’s Poppy series, Twig’s fantastical adventures continue as he and his animal friends set sail to reunite Char with his dragon family. Twig never thought he would leave the Hill again. But now Twig and his friends Basil and Lily find themselves on a dangerous journey downriver to bring Char home. Unsure of where they are going, or how far they will travel from home, the crew will have to work together and find their sea legs if they want to stay afloat. Will they survive the catastrophes nature throws their way and find Char's mysterious island home Full Product DetailsAuthor: Henry Cole , Henry ColePublisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc Imprint: HarperCollins Volume: 02 Dimensions: Width: 14.80cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 18.90cm Weight: 0.275kg ISBN: 9780062245519ISBN 10: 0062245511 Pages: 176 Publication Date: 02 May 2017 Recommended Age: From 8 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: To order Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us. Table of ContentsReviewsDetailed pencil drawings enhance and enrich the simple text. An enjoyable read-aloud or easy middle grade selection for readers of gentle nature fantasy. --School Library Journal -Twig is what all heroes - large and small - should be: charming, courageous, and kind. Delightful!---Lisa Fiedler, Author of The Mouseheart Trilogy and Stage-Struck PRAISE FOR BRAMBLEHEART: Cole s black-and-white pencil drawings are earnest yet emotionally sharp. Nestled in a small trim size, this is an appealing and accessible genre blend. --Kirkus Reviews Fantasies wrapped around the secret, almost human world of woodland animals are eaten up by young readers. Throw another fantastical animal into the mix-a dragon-and there are sure to be plenty more kids who will buy in. --ALA Booklist Twig is what all heroes - large and small - should be: charming, courageous, and kind. Delightful! --Lisa Fiedler, Author of The Mouseheart Trilogy and Stage-Struck PRAISE FOR BRAMBLEHEART: Cole's black-and-white pencil drawings are earnest yet emotionally sharp. Nestled in a small trim size, this is an appealing and accessible genre blend. --Kirkus Reviews Fantasies wrapped around the secret, almost human world of woodland animals are eaten up by young readers. Throw another fantastical animal into the mix-a dragon-and there are sure to be plenty more kids who will buy in. --ALA Booklist Twig is what all heroes - large and small - should be: charming, courageous, and kind. Delightful! --Lisa Fiedler, Author of The Mouseheart Trilogy and Stage-Struck A compelling adventure for young or sensitive readers. Adding to the story's charm are Cole's pencil illustrations, softly depicting the small animals' bravery in a huge, unpredictable world. A sweet, satisfying adventure. --Booklist Cole's pencil drawings appear on almost every spread, earnest, immediate, and expressive. Animal fantasy adventure with a gentle feel. --Kirkus Reviews PRAISE FOR BRAMBLEHEART: -Cole's black-and-white pencil drawings are earnest yet emotionally sharp. Nestled in a small trim size, this is an appealing and accessible genre blend.---Kirkus Reviews Detailed pencil drawings enhance and enrich the simple text. An enjoyable read-aloud or easy middle grade selection for readers of gentle nature fantasy. --School Library Journal Twig is what all heroes - large and small - should be: charming, courageous, and kind. Delightful! --Lisa Fiedler, Author of The Mouseheart Trilogy and Stage-Struck Cole's pencil drawings appear on almost every spread, earnest, immediate, and expressive. Animal fantasy adventure with a gentle feel. --Kirkus Reviews """Detailed pencil drawings enhance and enrich the simple text. An enjoyable read-aloud or easy middle grade selection for readers of gentle nature fantasy."" -- School Library Journal ""A compelling adventure for young or sensitive readers. Adding to the story's charm are Cole's pencil illustrations, softly depicting the small animals' bravery in a huge, unpredictable world. A sweet, satisfying adventure."" -- Booklist ""Cole's pencil drawings appear on almost every spread, earnest, immediate, and expressive. Animal fantasy adventure with a gentle feel."" -- Kirkus Reviews PRAISE FOR BRAMBLEHEART: ""Cole's black-and-white pencil drawings are earnest yet emotionally sharp. Nestled in a small trim size, this is an appealing and accessible genre blend."" -- Kirkus Reviews ""Fantasies wrapped around the secret, almost human world of woodland animals are eaten up by young readers. Throw another fantastical animal into the mix-a dragon-and there are sure to be plenty more kids who will buy in."" -- ALA Booklist ""Twig is what all heroes - large and small - should be: charming, courageous, and kind. Delightful!"" -- Lisa Fiedler, Author of The Mouseheart Trilogy and Stage-Struck" Author InformationHenry Cole was a celebrated science teacher for many years before turning his talents to children's books. He has worked on over one hundred fifty books for children, including his own Unspoken, Big Bug, A Nest for Celeste, Jack's Garden, Brambleheart, and On Meadowview Street. He lives in Fort Lauderdale, FL. You can visit Henry online at www.henrycole.net. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |