The Chime Seekers

Ross Montgomery author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Walker Books Ltd

Published:4th Nov '21

Should be back in stock very soon

The Chime Seekers cover

Discover a world of magical storytelling from a twice Costa-shortlisted author

“One of our finest children’s writers.” Phil Earle

“A master storyteller.” Aisling Fowler

“A true master of storytelling." Jenny Pearson

Step into a world of faerie tricks and hidden danger...

When an evil faerie steals Yanni’s baby sister and swaps her for a changeling, Yanni is swept into a dangerous race against time to get her back.

For faeries delight in tricks and rescuing her won’t be easy. With the help of his cousin, Amy, and the reluctant changeling, Yanni must travel to goblin palaces and battle-swept oceans, discovering ancient treasures and secrets along the way.

Yanni will need every drop of courage and even a few tricks of his own, if he’s to outwit the faerie and save his sister…


PRAISE FOR THE CHIME SEEKERS

Winner of the Redhill Academy Trust Book Awards

“Cracking adventure from the wildly imaginative Montgomery.” Daily Mail

"Funny, terrifying, full of folkloric strangeness hiding in everyday corner, this sparkling homage to David Bowie's Labyrinth is just as satisfying as last year's The Midnight Guardians." Guardian

"[A] whirlwind adventure." Daily Telegraph

"Richly imaginative." The Week Junior

“A quest like no other: Ross Montgomery is on spectacular form in this brilliant, edge-of-your seat story.” Emma Carroll

"Fast-paced and hilarious." Ross Welford

"Deliciously creepy, wonderfully imaginative."Sophie Anderson

“Very page-turny, with enough funny bits to stop it being too scary.” Philip Reeve

“All the hallmarks of an instant classic.” Carlie Sorosiak

“A fantastic adventure with shades of Jan Mark, Susanna Clarke and Neil Gaiman ... A brilliant example of the best children's fiction.” Christopher Edge

"Ross Montgomery is a true master of storytelling." Jenny Pearson

“FLAWLESS. Witty, emotional, beautifully written, pacey, punchy, and a story that just keeps delivering.” Nicola Skinner

"A modern classic." Phil Earle

“Rich in detail, humour and feeling. Ross Montgomery is a singular talent in writing brave and magical adventures." Katya Balen

“Fantastic! A brilliant cast of characters ... a whirlwind adventure and a fae world brimming with darkness, wonder and faerie tricks.” Aisling Fowler

“[An] enchanting masterpiece ......

Cracking adventure from the wildly imaginative Montgomery. * The Daily Mail *

Funny, terrifying, full of folkloric strangeness hiding in everyday corners, this sparkling homage to David Bowie’s Labyrinth is just as satisfying as last year’s The Midnight Guardians.

* The Guardian *

Lovers of fantasy will find a skillful mix of tradition and invention in The Chime Seekers, the latest whirlwind adventure by Ross Montgomery.

* The Daily Telegraph *
I’ve long been a fan of Ross Montgomery but, along with The Midnight Guardians, The Chime Seekers is story-telling in a different league […] a concept perfectly poised to capture children’s imaginations and take them on this most fabulous journey into the magical world of British folklore. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *
This richly imaginative tale shows faeries at their darkest and most sinister, but there are plenty of funny moments along the way. * The Week Junior *

  • Winner of Redhill Academy Trust Book Awards 2023 (UK)
  • Winner of James Reckitt Hull Children’s Book Award 2023 (UK)

ISBN: 9781406391190

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 23mm

Weight: 266g

384 pages