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Skycircus

An enchanting adventure in a traveling circus

Peter Bunzl author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published:4th Oct '18

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In Skycircus, Lily and Robert are drawn into a thrilling adventure filled with secrets and danger as they navigate a mysterious traveling circus.

In Skycircus, readers are introduced to Lily and Robert, two adventurous souls who are drawn to the mysterious allure of a traveling sky circus that has landed in Brackenbridge. Eager to explore, they soon find themselves captivated by the dazzling performances and the enchanting atmosphere. However, their excitement quickly turns to fear as they discover that the circus is not what it seems. The hybrid children performing in the acts harbor dark secrets, and the duo becomes ensnared in a web of treachery and deception.

As the story unfolds, Lily, Robert, and their mechanical companion, Malkin, are thrust into a perilous situation when shadowy figures capture them and whisk them away to an unknown destination. The watchful ringmistress, Madame Lyons-Mane, has a sinister plan that threatens Lily's very existence. With the stakes higher than ever, the trio must navigate the dangers of the sky circus and unravel the secrets of Lily's past that may hold the key to their escape.

Skycircus is the third installment in the Cogheart Adventure series, showcasing Peter Bunzl's talent for weaving fantastical tales set against a rich Victorian backdrop. With elements of treachery, tightropes, and trickery, this mesmerizing adventure promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats, blending imagination with thrilling escapades that resonate with both young and old alike.

Skycircus takes readers to an even higher level with a mesmerising and imaginative adventure that delivers wall-to-wall thrills * Lancashire Evening Post *
The book most certainly didn't disappoint and was a thrilling page turner from start to finish. It was full of excitement and kept me on the edge of my seat (literally!). * K & O, Bonkers About Books (blogger review) *

  • Long-listed for The CILIP Carnegie Medal 2020

ISBN: 9781474940658

Dimensions: 200mm x 137mm x 28mm

Weight: 350g

432 pages