Author:Brian Jacques
The sixth book in the beloved, bestselling Redwall saga - soon to be a major Netflix movie!
Badrang the Tyrant stoat, evil Lord of the Eastern Coast, has forced captive slaves to build his fortress, Marshank. Among these slaves is an indomitable young mouse called Martin who, together with his friends Felldoh and Brome, escapes from the fortress and sets off on a path to his heroic destiny as the founder of Redwall Abbey.
Not since Roald Dahl have children filled their shelves so compulsively
—— The TimesHe is a wonderful storyteller, immersed in his own kingdom
—— GuardianA fantastic tale full of laughter and extraordinary events
—— South Wales ArgusA plot-twisting, hilarious and magical read from Gliori
—— Teaching and LearningAn exhilarating, entertaining read
—— ScotsmanBeautifully-written high fantasy about dragons. Credible, interesting characters, intricate but subtle worldbuilding and elegant prose ... Recommended by us for its sheer class.
—— The Bookbag(a) smart and affecting debut novel … Hartman tackles difficult issues with subtlety and creativity, weaves in a surprisingly touching romance, and does it all in beautiful prose
—— SFXa must for all Pratchett fans
—— Mansfield ChadAs the well-places plot unravels in Pratchett's inimitable style, it goes without saying that everything gets very funny.
Like Tiffany, Pratchett has always known that "laughter helps things slide into the thinking".
Pratchett's book is suffused with an awareness of the thankless exhaustion which awaits people in the caring professions.
—— Express & Star City Final (Wolverhampton West Midlands)A must for all Pratchett fans, young and old.
—— Bill Purdue , Mansfield ChadAs the well-paced plot unravels in Pratchett's inimitable style, it goes without saying that everything gets very funny. Like Tiffany, Pratchett has always has always known that "laughter helps things slide into the thinking."
—— Alex Sarll , Bradford TelegraphThere's plenty of Pratchett's trademark humour to enjoy... Fantastic fantasy and laugh-out-loud humour make this a real treat.
—— Stacia Briggs , Norwich TelegraphSure to be a huge seller over Christmas, the fantastic new teen title from the king of fantasy, Terry Pratchett....This is much darker than the previous Tiffany novels, as Tiffany grows up along with the readers. That said, it's still filled with Pratchett's trademark quircky humour.
—— Clare Mitchell , Yorkshire PostIf you must have more contemporary fantasy for your almost-teens, then the bogglingly prolific Terry Prachett has a new junior Discworld title: I Shall Wear Midnight
—— The Independant on SundayAlthough I Shall Wear Midnight, the fourth volume in the Tiffany Aching books by master of fantasy worlds Terry Pratchett is marked as being for younger readers, this is a book that older fans can't help but enjoy. Full of puns, allusions and some very odd characters, including Tiffany's ex, this is a book to laugh your way through.
—— Caroline Franklin , Newbury Weekly NewsThere are suprising revelations about other acquaintances in this action packed story with dark moments lightened by humour, not least from the wonderful Nac Mac Feegles. Full length novel for older, capable readers.
—— Primary TimesTeen witch Tiffany is one of Pratchett's most formidable creations yet
—— Time OutAs Tiffany tackles domestic drudgery and the monstrous villain, Pratchett brings us reflections on the role of women, the dangers of religion and the follies of society. And, writing at the height of his powers, he makes us laugh a lot
—— Nicolette Jones , The Sunday TimesPratchett's trademark wordplay and humor are much in evidence, but he's also interested in weightier topics, including religious prejudice and the importance of living a balanced life. Tiffany Aching fans, who have been waiting for this novel since Wintersmith should be ecstatic
—— Publishers WeeklyThere are suprising revelations about other acquaintances in this action-packed story with dark moments lightened by humour, not least from the wonderful Nac Mac Feegles
—— Primary Times