The sequel to the Branford Boase longlisted Peregrine Quinn and the Cosmic Realm will be leapt upon by anybody who read book one! Like me they will be keen to rejoin the vibrant characters that sprang vividly to life and to find out more about the fascinating Cosmic Realm.
Penelope, Peregrine’s multi-talented mother, is really not keen for Peregrine to return at all, but who could withstand a direct invitation from the goddess Athene? She wants Peregrine to compete in the upcoming Cosmic Games as a front to cover her investigation of a mysterious theft and their suspicion that one of the competitors is the thief and trying to sabotage the Games. Even our redoubtable heroine wonders how she could possibly compete against the other seven Academy trained Champions; would she even survive these dangerous Games?
There are so many delicious layers developing, as this action packed, and thrilling series continues to weave its accomplished magic. We are discovering more about the power struggles and politics of the Realm, there are brilliant new characters to meet, Peregrine is learning more about her magical heritage and why her mother is so against her having anything to do with it, and all the time there is the underlying threat of arch enemy Hekate and her plans to release Discord and destroy the boundaries between the worlds. There is such a tantalising ending too!
A highly satisfying sequel that genuinely lives up to the promise of the first volume and leaves you highly anticipating the next instalment.
Catch some exclusive insights into the second book in the Peregrine Quinn series as the author Ash Bond talks to LoveReading4Schools editorial expert Joy Court, ably assisted by a young reading Ambassador Bethany.
Peregrine Quinn is back for an edge-of-your-seat adventure in this second installment in the ourstanding new children's fantasy series!
A Games. A thief. A mechanical lioness. It's just another week in the Cosmic Realm!
The city of Cosmopolis is buzzing with excitement. The Cosmic Games are fast approaching, and eight champions are about to compete for a magical golden apple and a lifetime of glory. It's the event of a generation! But behind the scenes tensions within Olympus Inc. are running high as they struggle to hide signs of a rebellion, and the fact that a mysterious figure is trying to sabotage the Games. Who are they, and what do they want?
In Oxford, Peregrine is desperate to return to the Cosmic Realm but her mum is not keen. Surely, Peregrine's life is adventurous enough? The decision is taken out of Penelope's hands when Peregrine receives a letter from Athene herself, asking for Peregrine to compete in the Cosmic Games. How can Peregrine possibly compete against the other Academy-trained champions? Especially when someone is making it very clear that she should not be allowed to win . . .
Enter the portal to an incredible new world in this epic middle-grade adventure. Perfect for fans of Skandar and Percy Jackson.
‘Fasten your seatbelt as this confident debut launches a thrilling new battle between good and evil [...] A fast, funny fantasy with some devilish baddies and hi-tech gadgets!' - Daily Mail
'An electrifying read - full of fast-paced action, endless fun and fearless imagination.' - A.F. Steadman, author of the Skandar series
'Mythology with a modern makeover - Peregrine Quinn's battle to save the cosmic realm is an epic adventure!' -Maz Evans, author of Who Let the Gods Out?
'Ash Bond’s deep learning meets irrepressible wit in a whirlwind of waistcoats, lasers and magic!’ - Amy Jeffs author of Storyland
'With its clever, compelling heroine and weird and wonderful cast, you will fall hard for this hilarious and breathless adventure.’ - Joanna Nadin
‘This debut just sings with excitement – a boldly imagined world bursting with myth and magic.' - Jasbinder Bilan
'Peregrine is a star in the making, and so are her weird and wonderful companions. A terrific adventure and an absolute pleasure to read, loved it.’ - Amy Wilson
'a mesmerising fantasy [...] Accompanied by a glorious cast of characters, this pacy adventure will no doubt particularly delight fans of the Artemis Fowl and Skandar series' - iPaper
'A fun, frantic fantasy romp.’ - Booktrust
Author
About Ash Bond
Ash Bond writes magical stories that have classical myth sprinkled through them like fairy dust. She is now studying for her PhD, focusing on the relationship between mythology and landscape, at the University of Bristol. When not reading about myths, Ash is also a yoga teacher and loves to move - insisting she gets her best ideas when swimming in rivers, stomping up mountains or doing cartwheels.
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