Spooner's follow up is even stronger and more gripping than the debut and is sure to ensnare further loyal readers.

Fans of the first novel will be delighted; those new to the trilogy will be as well, assisted by enough backstory to follow the action, and both groups will eagerly await the concluding volume.

Action-packed

One of the most attractively produced works of junior fiction

A riveting story . . . Raises questions about religion and highlights the dangers of ignorance. But equally, it is a tale of love and family, and their ability to conquer all . . . As a physical thing, it is a beautiful book. From the dustcover to the endpapers, it is a joy to hold

I had my socks blown off by this book - it was so addictive and just so much fun! I stormed through it, loving every second . . .