The Cloud Hunters
Alex Shearer author Joe Wilson illustrator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Hot Key Books
Published:4th Jul '13
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back
A mesmerising, vivid adventure set in a world where islands float in the sky
A beautifully imagined adventure set in a world where islands float in the sky
Hunting the skies is not for the faint-hearted.
A beautifully imagined adventure set in a world where islands float in the sky
Hunting the skies is not for the faint-hearted. In a world where water is scarce and deadly jellyfish swim through the sky, mollycoddled teenager Christien dreams of excitement and danger. When he meets the exotic and alluring Jenine and her family of Cloud Hunters, he becomes determined to fulfil that dream...
In a richly imaginative tale, perfect for both boys and girls as they launch themselves into the world of fiction as independent readers, Alex Shearer creates a Dahl-esque fantasy that roams through realms of magic, wonder and adventure.
A thrilling and thought provoking adventure fantasy set in a world without water -- Julia Eccleshare * Lovereading4kids *
A creative and fascinating idea, well-written with interesting characters and scenery. * The Guardian Online *
With its well-drawn characters and vividly-realised world, The Cloud Hunters will appeal to fans of science fiction and fantasy. Yet though at base an adventure story, the book is often pleasingly slow and meditative, dwelling on the texture of the world and exploring the issues of coming-of-age, belonging, memory and loss with an unexpected complexity and sensitivity. * Booktrust *
Part Gulliver's Travels, part Hitchiker's Guide to the Galaxy, part Pilgrim's Progress, this is thoroughly original and full of ideas ... thought-provoking, involving, and exciting, and a true romance. * Books for Keeps *
ISBN: 9781471400452
Dimensions: 198mm x 20mm x 128mm
Weight: 236g
288 pages