Spellstoppers
By: Cat Gray
Cover illustrations by: David Dean
Published by Usborne
Review:
Magic, suspense, family and friends - these are the themes that run through this wonderful story.
A mystical, fantasy adventure that sees the main characters find themselves and their place in the world.
A perfect read for anyone who loved The Weather Weaver.
Max has a problem - he can’t touch anything electrical without breaking it and hurting himself. But what has caused this curse?
When things reach breaking point Max’s mum finally contacts Max’s grandfather and family secrets start to unfold.
Yowling is not the sleepy seaside village you would expect to find. Strange homes, happenings and people fill its streets but even stranger things happen out at sea in the castle where the Keepers live.
Max soon discovers that he is the only one who can save the village and make things right - but does he have the power and strength.
Max, Bram and Kit are well written characters. I felt like I was visiting Yowling with them, sharing their fears and excitement. Suspense is built, emotions run high, hopes are set - broken and realised.
A perfect first book from author Cat Gray that will be well received in any class library or home. Ideal for age 9+
Cat Gray is an author and journalist, based in London and Ireland. She started her journalism career at the age of 19, interviewing musicians and celebrities in between attending classes, then went on to be an editor at a series of glossy magazines, including Harper's Bazaar and Town & Country.
Since she was very young, she's always believed that there's an adventure just around the corner, and this is reflected in her magical fantasy stories. Spellstoppers is her first book.
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