Waking Merlin (Katrina Picket Adventure) [Paperback]

Tanya Landman (Author)

Book Description

Series: Katrina Picket Adventure

While on a pot-holing expedition with her dad, ten-year-old Katrina Picket accidentally wakes Merlin, who tells her that they must save England from a meteorite that is about to strike. Katrina and Merlin travel to London, waking King Arthur and his knights, and Desmond, a hungry dragon, along the way. Can they get there in time to stop the meteorite and save the country from destruction?

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A charming fantasy novel... Excellent illustrations complement this very readable story which would be great for children from 8-11 years old." School Library Association "Well-paced and written with verve and humour, with friendly, black-and-white illustrations adding to its charm." Books for Keeps "Skilfully combines Arthurian mythology with a refreshingly straightforward comic fantasy." The Scotsman"

About the Author

Tanya Landman studied for a degree in English literature at Liverpool University, before working in a bookshop, an arts centre, and a zoo. Since 1992, Tanya has been part of Storybox Theatre, working as a writer, administrator and performer - a job which has taken her to festivals all over the world. She is the author of the young novels Merlin's Apprentice and Flotsam and Jetsam. She lives with her family in Devon.

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Walker Childrens Paperbacks (October 2, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1406302503
• ISBN-13: 978-1406302509
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,169,207 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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