Greenwild: The World Behind The Door
Pari Thomson author Elisa Paganelli illustrator
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Pan Macmillan
Published:1st Jun '23
£12.99
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Nevermoor meets Narnia in this spectacular magical adventure with an environmental twist from Pari Thomson, an unforgettable new voice in children's fantasy.
A stunning debut adventure reminiscent of Nevermoor and Strangeworlds, with a wildly magical voice and an ecological twist.
Winner of the Overall Waterstones Children's Book Prize
Blackwells Children's Book of the Year
An instant New York Times bestseller
Pari Thomson's magical adventure series begins withGreenwild: The World Behind the Door, with stunning illustrations by Elisa Paganelli. Open the door to a spellbinding world where the wilderness is alive and a deep magic rises from the earth itself . . .
'Phenomenal . . . If you don’t believe in magic, you will after you’ve read Greenwild' - A. F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief
Daisy Thistledown has escaped from boarding school and has a mystery to solve. Her search for her missing mother will lead her across London and through a hidden doorway to another world, filled with plants and bursting with magic: the Greenwild.
But all is not well in this astonishing land. Before long Daisy finds herself confronting a dangerous presence that threatens green magic on both sides of the door. Daisy must band together with a botanical genius, a boy who can talk to animals, and a cat with an attitude, to channel the power that can revive the Greenwild and find her missing mother - and save her own world too.
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the Greenwild, in this enchanting fantasy with an environmental twist.
'An eco-thriller novel every child should read' - The Telegraph
'Greenwild is a thrilling adventure that takes seed in your imagination and runs wild!' - M. G. Leonard, author of Beetle Boy
'I adored this book!' - Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn
Phenomenal . . . If you don’t believe in magic, you will after you’ve read Greenwild. -- A. F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief
This wonderful book is a masterclass in how to write a timeless adventure story . . . Thomson is a razor-quick writer, who always keeps the reader tottering near a cliff. * The Telegraph *
The scene-setting is exquisite and the writing a delight. * The Times, Children's Book of the Week *
A spellbinding, enchanting read full of wildness and beauty. -- Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear
This enthralling story is entwined with the magic of the natural world, and in Daisy Thistledown, Pari Thomson has created a brave and endearing hero who grows with each new challenge. Elisa Paganelli’s stunning illustrations make this a truly wonderful book that children will love. -- M. G. Leonard, author of Beetle Boy
Thomson has created a gorgeous, utterly believable world as magical and magnificent as the Amazon rainforest itself. I adored this book! -- Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn
I adored this wild and wondrous adventure . . . After delving into the lush, magical world of the Greenwild, I never wanted to leave! -- Maria Kuzniar, author of The Ship of Shadows
Bursting with charm and imagination, Greenwild is a rare and wondrous treasure that had me spellbound from first page to last. -- Catherine Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper's Island
A beautifully realised eco-fantasy that will open a door in readers' hearts. -- Chris Riddell
Greenwild simply glows with wild magic. Pari’s beautiful writing is exquisitely crafted and ever so vivid . . . A delightful read that charmed me from start to finish – I can’t wait to read what Pari Thomson writes next! -- Sophie Kirtley, author of The Wild Way Home
I fell utterly in love with this sharply beautiful, contemporary adventure, of a courageous girl seeking to find her brilliant mother and uncovering a diverse heritage of wild magic. -- Cerrie Burnell, author of Wilder Than Midnight
Wildly thrilling and beautifully written . . . An immensely accomplished debut, rooted with magic! -- Carlie Sorosiak, author of I, Cosmo
A spectacular debut. A mesmerising eco-mystery filled with twists and turns and infused with green magic. -- Rashmi Sirdeshpande
A garden of delights, full of danger and magic, mystery and friendship . . . themes of environmental conservation and community cooperation will resonate with readers of all ages. -- Jennifer Adam
A wonderfully whimsical story with a beautiful world - and lots of mystery and adventure - for readers to immerse themselves in. Pari Thomson is an exciting new author. -- Aisha Bushby, author of A Pocketful of Stars
Expertly wrought and worth planting on shelves. * Kirkus *
A gloriously imaginative adventure story * Newbury Today *
Greenwild delivers that Narnia feeling . . . This will send roots and shoots into the imagination of 9-12s, with lovely illustrations by Elisa Paganelli. * New Statesman *
A completely original and beautiful fantasy adventure * Armadillo *
Exquisitely balancing compelling detail with thrilling action, this has a strong eco message at its heart. Beautiful. * BookTrust *
A fast-paced eco-fantasy.. this is sure to enchant readers, young and old. * Books for Keeps' Books of the Year 2023 *
ISBN: 9781035015733
Dimensions: 224mm x 144mm x 39mm
Weight: 508g
400 pages