The Golden Acorn: Book 1 (UK EDITION) (The adventures of Jack Brenin) [Kindle Edition]

Catherine Cooper (Author)

Book Description

The Golden Acorn is the first book in the bestselling Jack Brenin series. When Jack Brenin finds a golden acorn lying in the grass, little does he know that it is the beginning of a thrilling and magical adventure. Just an ordinary boy, Jack has been chosen for a hugely important task, and enters a world he believed only existed in legend. Full of twists and turns, talking ravens and mischievous Spriggans, 'The Golden Acorn' is a hugely entertaining and exciting tale from a very talented new author. Your kids will love it, and so will you! This brilliant story deservedly won the Brit Writers' Awards 2010 for unpublished writers. Jack’s adventures continue in 'Glasruhen Gate' and 'Silver Hill'.

The Golden Acorn can be read as a stand-alone or as the first book in an ongoing adventure. Once you've read this book we're sure you'll want to read more about Jack Brenin and the magical 'Otherworld' he becomes involved in.

Book 1: The Golden Acorn (2010)
Book 2: Glasruhen Gate (2011)
Book 3: Silver Hill (2011)
Book 4: The Lost Treasure of Annwn (2012)
Book 5: The Oak Lord (Coming Autumn 2013)

Editorial Reviews

Review

“The search for a successor to JK Rowling has become a pressing issue... in the running is Catherine Cooper. Her first book, The Golden Acorn, was the winner at the inaugural Brit Writers' Awards and recounts the exploits of young hero Jack Brenin, as he meets talking ravens and explores mythical landscapes.” Vanessa Thorpe, The Observer

About the Author

Catherine Cooper was a primary school teacher for twenty-nine years before deciding she'd love to write for children. Catherine's love of history, myths and legends and the Shropshire countryside around where she lives, shines through in her charming stories.

Product Details

• File Size: 2825 KB
• Print Length: 377 pages
• Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1906821658
• Publisher: Infinite Ideas (August 20, 2010)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B004EHZDBQ
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• X-Ray: Enabled
• Lending: Not Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #48,824 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

106 of 118 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Enchanting Tale (KINDLE VERSION) March 15, 2011

By Bob

Format:Kindle Edition

This is how Kindle books should be produced complete with maps and line drawings which you can zoom in for more detail. For some strange reason it opened at the start of the story so unless you go to menu and select the map or page backwards from the start you will miss the delightful maps.
This is a children's book in the tradition of the Enid Blyton books such as the "faraway tree" and although at the end there is some violence it is suitable for all ages, a welcome change. With talking animals, birds, trees and even time travel there is something for everyone and although it has a basic quest theme it is well written. It is book one of a series but it stands alone and although it is set up at the end for the next book there are no loose ends that require the next book to be read although you should.

31 of 36 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Engaging tale for teenage reader April 10, 2011

By L. Floyd

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

This is a very engaging story; probably best suited for a teenage reader. The writer has not tried to ride the coattails of Harry Potter, even though it's a magical tale and the setting is Britain. I enjoyed the animal characters as well as the people characters (some are not exactly human - smile). I liked the main character and was genuinely interested in his developing confidence in himself and his mission.

14 of 17 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for all ages! May 10, 2011

By Danielle Hensley

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

I am at least a book a week reader and have been for nearly twenty years. In all the books I've read, this book is in my top ten favorites. I was so engrossed in the world Catherine created that I couldn't wait to finish it! Her characters are intriguing and the story is unique, something that is so rare to find. If you are an adult looking for a great book that breaks the mold, or if you are looking to read something to your children, you must read this book!

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