Curse of the Dream Witch by Allan Stratton
It is the age of the Great Dread. The Dream Witch wants the heart of Princess Olivia. Until she has it none of the kingdom's children are safe. Olivia's parents seek help from the Prince Leo of Pretonia and his uncle, the Duke of Fettwurst, but the treacherous duo seize their castle instead. It is up to Olivia to defeat the Dream Witch, Prince Leo and his uncle. She makes a daring escape from her turret cell and races to the forest to take on the Dream Witch in her underground lair. Two friends are by her side: the peasant boy Milo and a curious talking mouse with a surprising past. Together they must face danger and fantastical adverseries to lift the Great Dread, save their families and resuce a kingdom.
An imaginative story with a strong element of friendship between a motley cast of charactersMilo, Princess Olivia and a curious talking mouse set off on an epic journey to defeat the Dream Witch, who is demanding the heart of the princess, or no child in the kingdom will be safe. Even so-called friends betray Olivia's parents so it's up to the intrepid Olivia to defeat the Dream Witch, Prince Leo and his uncle. Together with her friends they set off on a fantastical adventure, compelling told in this gripping story. www.parentsintouch.co.uk 20130419 Definitely recommended! The Book Bag A fast paced plot, full of humour, wonder and at times despair Curse of the Dream Witch The writing has pace and energy and some vivid images add to the reader's enjoyment The School Librarian
Allan Stratton is the internationally acclaimed author of Chanda's Secrets (winner of the Michael L. Printz Honor Book). Other titles for young adults include Chanda's Wars, Borderline and Leslie's Journal. Allan has safaried in Africa, hiked the Great Wall of China, explored pyramids in Egypt and flown over Cappadocia in a balloon. He lives with his partner in Toronto with four cats and lots of fish.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780571288267 |
| ISBN 10 | 057128826X |
| Title | Curse of the Dream Witch |
| Author | Allan Stratton |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Faber & Faber |
| Year published | 2013-05-02 |
| Number of pages | 288 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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