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Explore the thrilling journey of *The Boy Who Flew*, a captivating children's novel by Fleur Hitchcock, published by Nosy Crow Ltd in 2019. This gripping story follows Athan Wilde, a young dreamer yearning for flight. When tragedy strikes with the murder of his friend Mr. Chen, Athan is thrust into an adventure filled with suspense and danger. He must protect the flying machine they were building from falling into the wrong hands, leading him to face terrible risks that threaten his family. This historical fiction tale is set against the enchanting backdrop of 19th-century Bath, rich in Gothic skylines and dastardly villains.
*The Boy Who Flew* is perfect for fans of Philip Pullman, Peter Bunzl, and Emma Carroll, offering an unputdownable, heart-stopping narrative filled with adventure, friendship, and family loyalty. Reviewers commend Hitchcock for her clever prose and engaging cliffhanger chapters. Readers will be swept away by the spirited suspense and loveable characters that embody the best of children’s literature.
This beautifully written novel is a must-have for any child's bookshelf, encouraging imagination and creativity through its intricate plot and rich atmospheric elements. Dive into this story of courage and innovation, and discover what it truly means to soar.
**Delivery Information**: Enjoy fast and reliable shipping across New Zealand. Orders typically arrive within 3-5 business days. Experience seamless shopping with convenient delivery options.
Bibliographic Details
Title: The Boy Who Flew
Publisher: Nosy Crow Ltd
Publication Date: 2019
Binding: Paperback
Synopsis:
Athan Wilde dreams of flight. When his friend, Mr Chen, is murdered, Athan must rescue the flying machine they were building together and stop it falling into the wrong hands. But keeping the machine safe puts his family in terrible danger. What will Athan choose - flight or family?From the acclaimed author of Murder In Midwinter, Fleur Hitchcock's The Boy Who Flew is a thrilling, murderous tale set among the steep rooftops and slippery characters of Athan's intricately imagined world. Perfect for fans of Philip Pullman, Peter Bunzl and Emma Carroll.
"It's a spirited suspenseful adventure yarn, and its breathaction scenes and multicultural characters present a very un-Austen-like vision of Bath." - James Lovegrove, The Financial Times
"Hitchcock's readers expect a white-knuckle ride, and her latest novel set in 19th-century Bath and filled with Gothic skylines and dastardly villains will not disappoint [and] readers...will be swept along by the cliffhanger chapters and simple, suspenseful prose" - The Telegraph
"The Boy Who Flew is an unputdownable, heart-stopping, white knuckle ride of a book. There's murder, science, friendship and family. It's in the best tradition of the undisputed master of historical adventures, Leon Garfield, and will knock your socks off!" - Catherine Johnson, author of Sawbones "An utterly brilliant story and one that is close my heart as I met Athan long ago when he was learning to fly. So many wonderful rich characters. Athan will fly high." - Gill Lewis, author of Sky Hawk
The Boy Who Flew is a cracker of a story: dastardly villains, a fast-moving plot, richly atmospheric scene setting and a host of lovable children at its core. A tribute to underdogs and ingenious kids from a brilliant storyteller." - Abi Elphinstone, author of Sky Song
*The Boy Who Flew* is perfect for fans of Philip Pullman, Peter Bunzl, and Emma Carroll, offering an unputdownable, heart-stopping narrative filled with adventure, friendship, and family loyalty. Reviewers commend Hitchcock for her clever prose and engaging cliffhanger chapters. Readers will be swept away by the spirited suspense and loveable characters that embody the best of children’s literature.
This beautifully written novel is a must-have for any child's bookshelf, encouraging imagination and creativity through its intricate plot and rich atmospheric elements. Dive into this story of courage and innovation, and discover what it truly means to soar.
**Delivery Information**: Enjoy fast and reliable shipping across New Zealand. Orders typically arrive within 3-5 business days. Experience seamless shopping with convenient delivery options.
Bibliographic Details
Title: The Boy Who Flew
Publisher: Nosy Crow Ltd
Publication Date: 2019
Binding: Paperback
Synopsis:
Athan Wilde dreams of flight. When his friend, Mr Chen, is murdered, Athan must rescue the flying machine they were building together and stop it falling into the wrong hands. But keeping the machine safe puts his family in terrible danger. What will Athan choose - flight or family?From the acclaimed author of Murder In Midwinter, Fleur Hitchcock's The Boy Who Flew is a thrilling, murderous tale set among the steep rooftops and slippery characters of Athan's intricately imagined world. Perfect for fans of Philip Pullman, Peter Bunzl and Emma Carroll.
"It's a spirited suspenseful adventure yarn, and its breathaction scenes and multicultural characters present a very un-Austen-like vision of Bath." - James Lovegrove, The Financial Times
"Hitchcock's readers expect a white-knuckle ride, and her latest novel set in 19th-century Bath and filled with Gothic skylines and dastardly villains will not disappoint [and] readers...will be swept along by the cliffhanger chapters and simple, suspenseful prose" - The Telegraph
"The Boy Who Flew is an unputdownable, heart-stopping, white knuckle ride of a book. There's murder, science, friendship and family. It's in the best tradition of the undisputed master of historical adventures, Leon Garfield, and will knock your socks off!" - Catherine Johnson, author of Sawbones "An utterly brilliant story and one that is close my heart as I met Athan long ago when he was learning to fly. So many wonderful rich characters. Athan will fly high." - Gill Lewis, author of Sky Hawk
The Boy Who Flew is a cracker of a story: dastardly villains, a fast-moving plot, richly atmospheric scene setting and a host of lovable children at its core. A tribute to underdogs and ingenious kids from a brilliant storyteller." - Abi Elphinstone, author of Sky Song