This is a story that values bravery, the magic of books and the influence of individuals who follow the right course even when the world around them feels oppressive. It has echoes of Katherine Rundell: a cast of strong and interesting characters, with a touch of playful humour to lighten the darker themes at the centre of the story. With a big heart and courage to match, she has a strong sense of justice and the importance to fight for what is right, even when the cost may seem to be too great to bear. From time to time I love reading books that are mainly for young readers and this one was no exception.

Na última página, descobrimos que haverá um segundo livro, o que me agradou imenso, pois adorei a Rachel e o Robert. When Athan Wilde’s mentor, Mr Chen, is brutally murdered, he rescues secret plans that should enable him to complete the old man’s spectacular flying machine. This is a lovely book, so well written it draws you into the adventures, pain, suspense, love that the characters experience.We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. From the evil tyrant president who hates children and has turned a country into a wasteland, from the brave, smart, adorable kids like Rachel and Robert on a mission to save their father and the whole country, to a whole heap of side-characters that either made me giggle, or want to hug the book.

It will take every skill they possess and then the moral compass instilled in them each by their parents. Letta is a Wordsmith: responsible for handing out words to people who need them, she has never questioned why language is rationed. Cada vez que acabas un capítulo te dan ganas de leer otro porque acaba con el inicio de otra movida más chunga todavía.Unfortunately for Rachel and Robert, their father is captured and imprisoned, leaving them as sole protectors of the book. They would also only drop off a case of books and leave us to run it – it was so lovely to have you on hand to chat to the children and recommend them books, as well as the small (but appreciated! This is a dystopian world of airships, dingy back alley streets and magical books that could bring back the dead, ruled by an oppressive Government with a hatred of children.