Magnus Fin and the Ocean Quest
A magical journey of bravery and friendship
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Floris Books
Published:22nd Oct '09
Should be back in stock very soon
A young boy discovers his selkie heritage and must find courage to save his family and the ocean's creatures in Magnus Fin and the Ocean Quest.
In Magnus Fin and the Ocean Quest, the story follows a young boy named Magnus who has always felt out of place. On his eleventh birthday, he takes a bold step by casting a message in a bottle into the sea, expressing his desire for a best friend and more courage. Little does he know, this simple act will lead him on an extraordinary journey. As Magnus embarks on this adventure, he uncovers a remarkable secret about himself: he is half selkie, a magical being that is part seal and part human.
As he grapples with his newfound identity, Magnus learns that his selkie family is in grave danger from a dark force threatening the ocean's creatures. This revelation propels him into a world filled with magic, danger, and the urgency to act. With the help of his newfound abilities, Magnus must summon the courage he has always longed for to confront the evil that looms over the sea.
The story beautifully intertwines themes of friendship, bravery, and self-discovery. As Magnus navigates the challenges of being both human and selkie, he also seeks to fulfill his heartfelt wish for companionship. Will he be able to save his family and the ocean's inhabitants while finding the friend he has always dreamed of? Magnus Fin and the Ocean Quest is a captivating tale that invites readers to explore the depths of courage and the bonds of family.
'This book... fires anyone's imagination and unlocks the mysteries of the sea. Older primary and younger secondary boys will love this book.'
-- The School Library Association, Spring 2010
'...a lovely children's book and [it] is the perfect holiday read -- as my ten year old son and I discovered. He was very taken by it and if you have a child around that age I can recommend it.'
-- Anna Phillips, New View, Spring 2010
'Janis Mackay... has crafted an outstanding first novel for all ages ... Clearly inspired by the Selkie tales and the seascape beyond her window, Janis has deservedly won the Kelpies Prize for this book.'
-- Blethers , Scottish Storytelling Centre and Network
'I genuinely couldn't put it down, it's a really engaging adventure story with an environmental theme
Such an exciting adventure and such lovely writing, always in tune with the natural world.'
-- Craftly Green Poet blog
- Winner of Kelpies Prize 2009
ISBN: 9780863157028
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 189g
200 pages