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Carnival of the Lost

BLUE PETER BOOK AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR
By Kieran Larwood
Series: Carnival of the Lost
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In Carnival of the Lost by Kieran Larwood, set in the shadowy streets of Victorian London, a motley group of peculiar children, each with unique abilities, find solace working in a travelling carnival. As they unravel the mystery behind a series of disappearances, their bond strengthens, revealing unexpected talents and courage while navigating a world that is both magical and perilous. This children's book weaves adventure, fantasy, and heartwarming themes perfect for young readers.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories filled with mystery, adventure, and a touch of magic, all set in a vibrant, bustling carnival world. You'll be drawn into the captivating journey of unique characters who come together to solve intriguing puzzles and face thrilling challenges. It's a delightful read for those who love a blend of whimsy and excitement in their adventures.

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A wonderfully murky, carnivalesque world of intrigue, unexpected friendships and mysteries solved.

A wonderfully murky, carnivalesque world of intrigue, unexpected friendships and mysteries solved.

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Each cast member of this Victorian mystery is unusual - there's a wolf girl, a giant, a witch's imp, and a ninja... all cared for by Mama Rat, a curious mother figure with knowledge of the world beneath the cobbled paving stones and magic at her fingertips.

Formerly published as The Peculiars, Kieran has entirely reworked the novel to add further layers of richness and intrigue, along with a brand new character. The book will be illustrated with black and white artwork and is the first in a series. Each book will focus on a different character and a new mystery. This is classic Kieran, and I promise, his very best yet...

Series: Carnival of the Lost

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  • Carnival of the Lost
    Each cast member of this Victorian mystery is unusual - there's a wolf girl, a giant, a witch's imp, and a ninja... all cared for by Mama Rat, a curious mother figure with knowledge of the world beneath the cobbled paving stones and magic at her fingertips. Formerly published as The Peculiars, Kieran has entirely reworked the novel to add...
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  • Carnival of the Spider
    There were three men and two women . . . One had half a face. One had iron legs. The others all had one or both arms missing. There were pincers and claws and guns instead. And you could hear them ticking. Ticking all the time. When Sheba the wolfgirl learns that her old friend Sister Moon is being held...
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  • Carnival of the Hunted
    The first figure raises his crossbow, tilting his head to pinpoint the exact position of the thing in the bushes. It has stopped running now, and is muttering something. Some kind of prayer, a call for its mother, its father: anyone who might help it. Something sinister is going on in the stinking slums of London. Sideshow acts are going...
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571364503

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 February 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Sam Usher
  • Illustrated by Sam Usher

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 343g

Pages: 384

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Historical Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Historical Fiction Kieran Larwood Series: Carnival of the Lost Young Adult

About the Author

Kieran Larwood has loved fantasy stories ever since reading The Hobbit. He worked as a teacher and has just about recovered. He now writes full-time although, if anybody was watching, they might think he just daydreams a lot.

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