Magical fantasy filled fairies which will leave you desperate to know what happens next.
Into Goblyn Wood is the first book in a new fantasy series. It follows a girl called Hazel, who got abandoned by her mother at Ditchmoor, school for the wretched - as you can imagine, that isn't a nice place! She gets in to lots of trouble and is sent away from there but she escapes and finds her way in to Goblyn Wood, a forest filled with fairies!
Hazel doesn't have any friends except for Pete, but when they go into the Wood, Pete chases a strange light. With no choice but to follow him, they are lead deeper into Goblyn Wood before they are attacked and Pete goes missing. Alone, a professor rescues her and she realises a secret. When she releases a Imp called Portuna, she discovers what she really is.
I loved the illustrations and the map at the start of the book.
I really enjoyed this book and really want to know what happens next, but I'll just have to wait for the next Goblyn Wood adventure.
The story is a fast paced tale that will make you want to by the next one straight away and read the entire series of books to come, I will definitely get the next one when it is out.
Into Goblyn Wood is a very good book with a great plot and story line that is magical and exciting but with lots of peaceful, lovely moments. The story’s characters were very well thought-out and believable, and the book had an interesting plot line that leaves you on a cliff hanger wanting more.
Into Goblyn Wood will appeal to fans of The Wizards of Once series as although the characters are different in their personalities, there is a similar feel to the book. This book has superb illustrations with a level of detail that make you feel that you’re really there.
The descriptions of the characters and scenes make you think that they are real places and people. The plot is very easy to follow and imaginative.
I liked the fact that the entire book has a very interesting history behind the main story that you discover as you go along. It’s really funny in places and I would really like to try one of their nettle pies that they scoff a lot of.
The story goes from a sad beginning to a happy tale that really puts you in the characters’ shoes and will make you feel what they’re feeling and care for them.
Over all I would definitely recommend this book to others and I think that the next book can’t come out quick enough for me as I can’t wait to read it.
A wonderful fairytale set in the depths of a diminishing magical woodland. A tale full of self-discovery, displays of courage, magical potions and a twist around every corner. We found the book to be very immersive and engaging with an exciting storyline. We can't wait to read the next one.
Me and my daughter really enjoyed reading this story together. We liked that the book was full of wonder. Hazel the main character has a very sweet, thoughtful personality which makes you quickly feel very attached to and protective of her. The end of each chapter left us eagerly waiting to find out what would happen next. The author's descriptions of Goblyn Wood were magical and immersive. We enjoyed sharing Hazel's journey of self-discovery with her. The strength that young Hazel could exude from deep inside herself was incredible. Hazel makes a great role-model, proving that anyone can be full of courage, magic and bravery even if the odds are stacked against them. We can't wait to read the next book to find out what's to come.
This is a very magical story.
Hazel and her best friend Pete are determined to return to the woods.
Goblyn wood.
Hazel has a magical pendent that cannot be removed.
Hazel sees mysterious things.
The fairies live in the wood but their magic has drained away.
Can Hazel’s power save the fairies.
Hazel gets rescued by a professor and she realises a secret.
This is a very magical story.