Author:Alex Cliff
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be the strongest boy in the world? Or the fastest? Or even the noisiest? Two ordinary young boys are about to find out!
When the castle walls of Max and Finlay's den start crumbling away, little do the best mates know that everything is about to change . . . Trapped inside the wall is the ancient god Hercules and he needs the boys' help! The friends must complete a terrifying challenge every day for seven days and can choose only one of Hercules' amazing superpowers at a time to help them.
In the fifth exciting Superpowers adventure, Max and Finlay have to face a ravenous flock of man-eating birds! Will their superpower save them?
Enough information to set the groundwork for a lasting interest in Pharonic Egypt, together with a large dollop of adventure
—— Elizabeth Hawksley , Historical Novel ReviewSharratt's zany black and white line drawings will instantly grab readers of this latest Wilson tale . . . The tale unfolds pacily and wittily, with a special visitor to school on the final pages worth waiting for!
—— Books for KeepsA surefire addition to the shelves of early readers
—— The School LibrarianNot since Gulliver's Travels has a children's writer managed to combine a thrilling tale of magic and adventure with such deliciously pointed comedy
—— The TimesTerrific stuff
—— Mail on SundaySuitable 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