Author:Michelle Paver
Michelle Paver's superb Bronze Age epic reaches its dramatic, spine-tingling conclusion.
Hylas and Pirra return to Akea for their final confrontation with their arch-enemies, the Crows. They must recover the dagger of Koronos if they are to end the warriors' brutal rule. Only if old and new friends join forces can they hope to triumph - but the price of victory may be higher than either Hylas or Pirra has dreamed . . .
I love this book! It is Christmassy, amazing and crumpety, all at once! It's a bit silly, and a lot funny, and there are poems and rhymes in each chapter that I loved reading out loud
—— Toby, aged 8Genius
—— SunThis is a fast-paced and exciting adventure, featuring a Victorian-style otherworld, that will appeal to fans of the Harry Potter and Chrestomanci series . . . the book will appeal to both girls and boys. This is an extremely enjoyable read and a well-deserving addition to the magical fantasy genre
—— Andrea Rayner , booksforkeeps.co.ukA wonderfully intriguing mystery . . . Uncommonly good!
—— Chris Bradford, author of THE YOUNG SAMURAI seriesWeird, whacky and utterly wonderful. Go to Lundinor. You won't ever want to come back
—— Joshua Khan, author of SHADOW MAGICAn auspicious trilogy opener
—— KirkusLots of fun, full of character, and great for the imagination
—— BookTrustThe Crooked Sixpence is a wonderful addition to our school library, and one that I can't wait to recommend
—— Anna Tomlinson , TES