A Vanishing of Griffins

Name: A Vanishing of Griffins
Brand: HarperCollins New Zealand
SKU: 9781474945684
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By S.A. Patrick

Series: Songs of Magic

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A Vanishing of Griffins by S.A. Patrick is an enchanting tale following the adventures of Patch Brightwater and his friends. As they embark on a perilous journey, they face magical challenges in their quest to uncover secrets that could change their world forever. Filled with rich fantasy elements, the story is a delightful blend of mystery and bravery, perfect for young readers.
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The second book in the Songs of Magic series, the adventure continues in this highly-anticipated sequel to award-nominated and former Waterstones Children’s Book of the Month, A Darkness of Dragons.

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For fans of How to Train Your Dragon and The Hobbit, the sizzling, magical fantasy adventure that began with A Darkness of Dragons continues...

Brave friends Patch, Wren, and Barver are no strangers to danger. They take peril in their stride as they seek out their deadly foe - the evil Piper of Hamelyn. However, trying to stop his quest for power may end in a battle that will tear the three young heroes' world apart.

It has "All the ingredients of a perfect fantasy adventure," according to Kieran Larwood, author of The Legend of Podkin One-ear.

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A Darkness of Dragons

In a world of dragons, song-spells, pipers and battles... Patch Brightwater is in disgrace. Thrown in jail for playing a forbidden spell, he is no one's idea of a hero. But then he discovers a deadly truth – the evil Piper of Hamelyn is on the loose. With the help of Wren, a girl cursed to live as a rat,...

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A Vanishing of Griffins

For fans of How to Train Your Dragon and The Hobbit, the sizzling, magical fantasy adventure that began with A Darkness of Dragons continues... Brave friends Patch, Wren, and Barver are no strangers to danger. They take peril in their stride as they seek out their deadly foe - the evil Piper of Hamelyn. However, trying to stop his quest...

By S.A. Patrick

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A Thunder of Monsters

For fans of How to Train Your Dragon and The Hobbit, the sizzling, magical fantasy adventure that began with A Darkness of Dragons reaches a thunderous end... Return to a world of dragons, song-spells, pipers, and battles. Patch Brightwater and his friend Barver, the dracogriff, are trapped on a mysterious island full of monstrous beasts. Their shapeshifting friend, Wren, is...

By S.A. Patrick

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A Vanishing of Griffins by S.A. Patrick is a captivating children's book filled with adventure, magic, and friendship. It offers a fresh take on classic fairy tale elements, engaging readers with its exciting and imaginative storyline.

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ISBN: 9781474945684

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 January 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 134.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 320g

Pages: 384

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About the Author

S.A. Patrick studied Mathematics at Cambridge before beginning a career in programming within the gaming industry; Songs of Magic: A Darkness of Dragons is his first novel for children. He has previously written books for adults including The Reviver supernatural thriller trilogy and the novelization of cult TV show The Returned (published by Pan Macmillan). Author location: Cornwall

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