The Song of Seven
A thrilling journey of magic and friendship
Tonke Dragt author Laura Watkinson translator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Pushkin Children's Books
Published:5th Oct '17
Should be back in stock very soon
In The Song of Seven, a young boy's secret unfolds as a schoolteacher embarks on a real-life adventure filled with magic and danger.
In The Song of Seven, a captivating standalone adventure, a young boy finds himself imprisoned by his uncle deep in the woods. Isolated from other children and deprived of friendships, he carries the weight of a significant secret that could change everything. Meanwhile, in a tranquil village, Frans, the schoolteacher, entertains his students with tales of daring escapades, shipwrecks, and haunted castles. His life takes an unexpected turn when a mysterious letter arrives, summoning him to a crucial meeting.
As the storm rages outside, Frans embarks on a real-life mission filled with unexpected twists and turns. His journey introduces him to magicians, hidden passages, and a web of conspiracies that challenge his understanding of reality. Along the way, he discovers a sealed parchment that holds the power to predict the future. Frans learns about the enigmatic Seven Ways, uncovering the significance of these paths as he seeks to navigate this newfound adventure.
With each step, he gathers seven allies who join him in his quest, but he also attracts the attention of a formidable enemy. The Song of Seven weaves a tale of friendship, courage, and the pursuit of truth, inviting readers to explore a richly imaginative world where every choice has far-reaching consequences. The adventure is just beginning, and the stakes are higher than ever.
A cracking adventure... so nail-biting you'll need to wear protective gloves The Times A magical, strange, gripping tale Spectator Draws the reader seductively along its spiralling paths... the language... is beautifully lucid, with a clear sense of playfulness and urgency... a wandering, winding ballad with occasional joyous percussion, to the spell of which the reader can't help but succumb Guardian A lovely present for a young person from 10 upwards and beyond to grown-ups who will be as enchanted as I was! Reading Zone Brilliant imaginative storytelling. It is full of eccentric characters and mystery, with a slight touch of humour. The Song of Seven is sure to go down as a classic in children's literature. It's only a shame it wasn't translated into English sooner BookTrust A fantastic new book from a legendary writer... gloriously written with tons of plot twists and turns, and a barrel-load of excitement Read it Daddy (blog) An extremely cleverly constructed story NBD Biblion A fantastic story, exciting and mysterious Chicklit.nl The Song of Seven is an engaging adventure which twists and turns... The Song of Seven offers a challenging read for those who enjoy something a little different North Somerset Teachers' Book Award A riveting story The Bay Praise for The Letter for the King: A Sunday Times, Metro and Times Book of the Year; 'A true page-turner' Sunday Times; 'Thrilling' Daily Telegraph; 'A pulse-pounding epic' Metro; 'Spellbinding' Financial Times; 'A cracker' Spectator. Praise for The Secrets of the Wild Wood: A Daily Telegraph and Sunday Times Book of the Year; 'Action-packed drama' Daily Mail; 'Thrilling' Metro; 'A spellbinding tale that will appeal to the young and old' The Lady .
ISBN: 9781782691426
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352 pages