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The Lost Island of Tamarind
Sep 21, 2024 2:00 PM

Author:Nadia Aguiar

The Lost Island of Tamarind

Three children. Alone on the ocean waves, after a fierce storm throws their parents from the Pamela Jane into the icy waters below. Maya, Simon and Penny now face a wild rescue adventure that will lead them to a truly magical place . . .

Imagine an island with green mountains looming over pink sandy beaches and tide pools lit by the moon. An island with the darkest of secrets, where pirates lurk and jaguars roam - and a precious stone holds a power that is both wondrous and terrifying. This is where the children must go.

No one from the Outside has escaped the island before. Danger is everywhere. But they can't turn back now. Could you?

The first in a magical trilogy about the mysterious island of Tamarind. Narnia meets Neverland for a new generation!

This magical adventure story is perfect for girls and boys aged 9-12.

- A magical debut from a wonderful new writer.

- Sleeping jaguars, menacing pirates, singing mermaids and a tropical island setting...

Reviews

A brilliant writer of wit and subtlety

—— The Times

Hugely popular with seven to ten year olds: she should be prescribed for all cases of reading reluctance

—— Independent on Sunday

Has a rare gift for writing lightly and amusingly about emotional issues

—— The Bookseller

Perry Moore brings an enticing new genre to the world of young adult novels

—— Maurice Sendak

Wow! This totally original, can't-put-it-down page turner is more than a terrific read, it's an unforgettable experience-not to be missed!

—— Stan Lee

Short review

—— slipperyfish.org.uk

Named by the Bag of Books bookshop as a strong summer title

—— The Bookseller

Article about Christopher Paolini calling him the 'heir apparent' to JK Rowling

—— The Times

'Bound for the bestsellers.'

—— Publishing News

Article about how Eldest made an impression ahead of publication date and sales were 80% higher then Eragon in the first week.

—— The Bookseller

Included in Kid's File: Things You Can't Do Without

—— Scottish Sunday Post

Interview with Christopher Paolini

—— The Epoch Times

Exciting and full of adventure.

—— The Daily Ireland

Filled with darkness and evil, excitment and awe, this is a must for lovers of fantasy.

—— The Good Book Guide

Eldest is absolutely stunning and proves Paolini is still burning bright. He has a real talent for brining his imaginary world to life and creating the most wonderful characters that walk out of the pages and into your mind.

—— Wandsworth Guardian

Back page article about Paolini's success

—— Publishing News

Paolini's dragon epic shows he's a breath of hot air.

—— Daily Echo

Mentions promotional event at the Cheltenham Festival

—— Publishing News

Article about the success of the book which is number 1 in the US charts

—— The Bookseller

Included in Cheltenham Festival round-up of the first week: "author of the much-loved fantasy adventure Eragon

—— The Times

Eragon dabbles in magic - as does the author, as this book is wonderful...a real page-turner, the best adventure tale you'll ever read.

—— Scottish Sunday Herald

Sophisticated...a plot following Eragon's cousin is compelling.

—— Dreamwatch

With Eldest [Paolini's] writing is far more assured...there's no denying Paolini knows how to tell a story.

—— Manx Independent

Paolini writes beautifully of another world full of magic. This second of a trilogy is a must for fantasy fans.

—— Aberdeen Evening Express

A most stunning piece of literature.

—— Inis

If you want a book filled to the brim with adventures, magic, fighting and a fiendishly twisty story, pick Eragon and Eldest and I guarantee it will be hard to resist the lure of these titles.

—— Books for Keeps

Puts its teenage author firmly on the best-seller lists.

—— Lowestoft Journal

The scenes and characters were described so well I could create a picture in my head of everything - reader review (aged 12).

—— Irish Examiner

Fluent and action-filled.

—— Telegraph

Paolini has matured as a writer, but lost none of the imagination that makes this series such compulsive reading.

—— Cambridge Evening News

Better than the Harry Potter books... I can't wait for the next one.

—— Carlisle News & Star

Older neophytes of the genre will devour this with relish

—— Inis magazine

An impressive achivement by such a young writer.

—— School Librarian

I strongly recommend this book to anyone, young or old, who appreciates loyalty, love, friendship and bravery. Uncommonly brilliant.

—— Cork Evening Echo
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