Author:Matthew Skelton
Who or what is Endymion Spring? A power for good, or for evil . . . A legendary book that holds the secret to a world of knowledge . . . A young boy without a voice – whose five-hundred-year-old story is about to explode in the twenty-first century . . .
Set in present-day Oxford and Germany at the dawn of printing, one magical book sets two boys’ worlds alight – bringing them unimaginable danger, excitement and power . . .
Skelton's brilliant literary debut. Powerfully gripping, a perfect, magical read for teenagers and adults alike.
A wonderfully rich but accessible story for 10-year-olds plus
—— Sunday TelegraphSkelton is a wonderful descriptive writer, with a good line in startling images
—— ObserverIt is unputdownable
—— Irish IndependentThe story, switching between medieval Germany and Oxford University libraries, is a gripping, fast-moving read, and should appeal to adults as well as teenagers
—— Oxford TimesFunny, typically humorous . . . A must for any Terry Pratchett fan . . . With its witty and slightly confusing plot-twists and hilarious dialogue, this is, without doubt, another great children's book
—— Bristol Evening PostSuitable for the 10 year old as well as the trendy student
—— Derby Evening TelegraphWitty, pacy . . . An ideal introduction to Pratchett's work
—— South Wales ArgusWitty and daring
—— Teen TitlesA great Pratchett strength is the sense that if the jokes were dropped there would still be a good, engaging fantasy thriller here.
—— The IndependentFantastically inventive and humorous fantasy adventure. Fans will be sky high.
—— The Sunday TimesPratchett's ear for dialogue is superb . . . His deep feeling for landscape, animals, kindness and courage make his adventures deeply satisfying as well as clever.
—— Amanda Craig , The TimesOodles of dry wit, imagination and shrewdly observed characters. . . As always, Pratchett is effortlessly amusing.
—— Independent On SundayThis is a typically sharp and humorous sequel to the Wee Free Men
—— Norwich Evening NewsFull of imaginative details and funny references to mythology
—— Chichester ObserverFunny, wise and beautiful.
—— Leicester MercuryThis is a gripping read that moves seamlessly between comedy, melancholy and adventure.
—— Aberdeen Evening ExpressGripping
—— Edinburgh Evening NewsFun to read
—— Sunday ExpressGripping read
—— Sunday Sun (Newcastle Upon Tyne)Short review
—— Wales on SundayMore fun and magic. . . .It's touch and go in this exciting follow-up to the Wee Free Men
—— Primary Times: HampshireThree stars out of five
—— www.cool-reads.co.ukThough ostensibly a child's book will be enjoyed by any fan of Pratchett's as it is written with his trade mark humour.
—— Alison Jones , Birmingham PostThis is a gripping read
—— Scunthorpe Evening TelegraphIt's the kind of book adults will enjoy and be delighted for their children to read.
—— StarburstAll ends well but not before the reader has been hurtled through a series of hilarious scenarios with a carefully devised blend of wit and the simple wisdom of a clear-cut moral line.
—— Books for KeepsIf you are only going to buy one book., this is the one to get!
—— Teaching and LearningA reliable treat for fans
—— FocusA sharply humorous sequel to The Wee Free Men
—— Croydon AdvertiserImmensely readable
—— Colchester Evening GazetteA thoroughly enjoyable read.
—— Tara Greaves , Eastern Daily PressThis gravitas, together with the crackling energy of his ideas and style and his delicious subversion of traditional fairytales, makes A hat Full of Sky a perfect read.
—— Stephen Lucas , TESThe story comes with all of Pratchett's unique comic inimitability and moves with page-turning insistence to its surprising, satisfying conclusion.
—— The School LibrarianThe message throughout is one of self-empowerment and self improvement and it is testimony to Pratchett's writing skill that this message never feels tacked on or cloying. [This book] will be relished by children as well as adults.
—— INIS (Children's Books Ireland)Mentioned in Christmas Round Up: Humorous and eloquent, Pratchett again manages to create a book that both children and adults love.
—— Eastern Daily PressThe dialogue is brilliant and the bizarre characters are unforgettable.
—— Hamstead & Highgate Express