The Shamer's Daughter: Book 1
A journey of courage and self-discovery in a magical world.
Lene Kaaberbol author Lene Kaaberbol translator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Pushkin Press
Published:4th Jul '19
Should be back in stock very soon
Dina, a gifted Shamer, must embrace her abilities to save her mother from danger in The Shamer's Daughter: Book 1.
In The Shamer's Daughter: Book 1, readers are introduced to Dina, a young girl who has inherited a unique and powerful gift from her mother. As a Shamer, Dina possesses the ability to see a person's deepest, most hidden secrets simply by looking into their eyes. This extraordinary talent, however, often feels more like a burden than a blessing. The people around her are wary of her gift, leading to feelings of isolation and loneliness. Who would want to be friends with someone who can expose their innermost guilt?
When Dina's mother is summoned to Dunark Castle to investigate a heinous crime, Dina is thrust into a world of danger and intrigue. She must confront her own fears and learn to embrace her abilities, as her mother’s safety hangs in the balance. The stakes are high, and the dragons of Dunark are not just mythical creatures; they represent the very real threats that loom over her family. As Dina navigates this treacherous landscape, she begins to understand the true nature of her powers and the responsibilities that come with them.
Ultimately, The Shamer's Daughter: Book 1 is a tale of self-discovery, courage, and the complexities of friendship. Dina's journey is one of growth as she learns to accept her gift and use it to protect those she loves. With its engaging characters and rich world-building, this middle-grade fantasy is sure to captivate young readers and leave them eager for more adventures.
I gobbled it up! * Tamora Pierce, author of 'The Song of the Lioness' *
[A] fine novel ... The term 'page-turner' is often used, but not always justified. It is deserved here, tenfold. I really, really couldn't put the book down * School Librarian *
Tremendous novel... Dragons, murder, treachery and highly tropical thrills * Amanda Craig, author of The Lie of the Land *
Full of passion -- Julia Eccleshare * Guardian *
The most original new fiction of this kind ... equally appealing to boys. Here be dragons, sorcery and battles, but Kaaberbol's thrilling and thoughtful series is really about perceiving the limitations and deceits of adulthood * The Times *
The series as a whole is in good standing alongside Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials trilogy and C. S. Lewis' The Chronicles of Narnia * Booklist, starred review *
Spiced with likable characters and an intriguing new magical ability - eagerly awaiting volume two * Kirkus *
Pacy and plot-driven * Astolat Reviews *
This novel stands on its own and offers a satisfying conclusion even as it provides an intriguing setting and mythology for future adventures * Publishers Weekly *
An absorbing and fast-paced fantasy/mystery bursting with action and intrigue. The only question is: when will the next one come out? * Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books *
Classic adventure fantasy, with the right combination of personalities, power, intrigue, and dragons - it will prove to be a sure hit * VOYA *
Fast-paced fantasy... Crammed full of mystery, magic and mayhem * A Dream of Books (blog) *
Bursting with passion and suspense, The Shamer's Daughter is a uniquely crafted story rooted in fantasy, friendship and power, and one that I have no doubt will become a timeless children's classic * Blue Bird Reviews *
This is a series starter that is likely to leave readers ready to jump into the next books * A Take from Two Cities *
ISBN: 9781782692256
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: unknown
208 pages