{"title":"Series: The Other Side","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to \u003cem\u003eThe Other Side\u003c\/em\u003e series — a delightful collection of children's books that spark imagination and adventure. This enchanting series invites young readers to journey into a wondrous world where magic is not just a possibility, but a reality. Each book offers an exciting escape, filled with vibrant characters and magical escapades that captivate and inspire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong these imaginative tales is \u003cstrong\u003eCarnival Magic\u003c\/strong\u003e, a story that whisks children away to a thrilling carnival, where every ride and tent holds a fascinating mystery waiting to be discovered. The vivid storytelling and engaging plots encourage curiosity and empathy, making each book an ideal companion for young, inquisitive minds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to be both educational and entertaining, \u003cem\u003eThe Other Side\u003c\/em\u003e series combines enchanting narratives with important life lessons, wrapped in the dazzling allure of magical worlds. Perfect for budding readers, these books are dedicated to nurturing a lifelong love for reading. Embark on an adventure today and step into the enchanting universe of \u003cem\u003eThe Other Side\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"carnival-magic-by-amy-ephron-9781524740238","title":"Carnival Magic","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis companion to \u003cem\u003eThe Castle in the Mist\u003c\/em\u003e takes readers on another magical adventure that will appeal to fans of Edward Eager and E. L. Konigsburg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA summer by the seashore turns into a fantastical adventure for Tess and Max in this magical tale filled with excitement, acrobatics, hypnosis, and wonder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTess and Max are back in England for another summer with their Aunt Evie—this time by the seashore in South Devon. They're incredibly excited about the travelling carnival that's come to town. There are rides, games, acrobats, The House of Mirrors—and even a psychic, with a beautiful wagon all her own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a visit to the psychic's wagon, while Tess is being hypnotised, the wagon seems to move. Before Tess can shake herself out of the hypnosis, and before Max can do anything, they find themselves travelling—along with the rest of the carnival—too quickly for the two of them to jump out. But where are they going and what awaits them? Will they be caught in a world different from their own? And do the Baranova twins, acrobats who miss their sister almost as much as Tess and Max miss their family, hold the keys to the mystery?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInternationally bestselling author Amy Ephron returns with a companion novel to \u003cem\u003eThe Castle in the Mist\u003c\/em\u003e and creates a magical tale filled with adventure, mystery, fantasy, family, and fun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePraise for Carnival Magic:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Full of wonder and real-life enchantment, Amy Ephron's \u003cem\u003eCarnival Magic\u003c\/em\u003e is a charming adventure that will make a believer out of anyone!\" - Rachel Vail, author of \u003cem\u003eWell, That Was Awkward\u003c\/em\u003e and the Friendship Ring series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Tess is a thoroughly modern heroine—She's athletic, impulsive, and fearless. The siblings are authentic children and the fantastic elements are the stuff of daydreams. Perfect for classroom read-alouds.\" - Kirkus Reviews\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"The short chapters filled with mystery and action will have readers eagerly continuing to discover the secrets that await them... Fans of the first book will be eager for this fun middle-grade fantasy with a classic sensibility.\" - Booklist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"The setting is contemporary—yet the language and tone feel distinctly nostalgic. This novel, which works as a standalone, will captivate readers who enjoy their whimsy with a dash of risk.\" - School Library Journal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCarnival Magic\u003c\/em\u003e is a softer otherworldly take on childhood mystery, reminiscent of classics like \u003cem\u003eA Secret Garden\u003c\/em\u003e. It is in itself an escape. Tess especially follows in that lineage of strong, intelligent female characters—a sort of Lucy Pevensie\/Hermione Granger hybrid who is a leader, who believes in magic.\" - Teen Vogue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Amy Ephron has always been a magical storyteller. In \u003cem\u003eCarnival Magic\u003c\/em\u003e, the companion book to Ephron's successful \u003cem\u003eThe Castle in the Mist\u003c\/em\u003e, Tess and Max are teaching children and their parents about the power of thoughtful decision-making, loyalty, and self-confidence. Life lessons and carnival rides... the perfect beach read for all ages.\" - Parade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Ephron renders this magical world with such assertive beauty that readers of all ages, who are fortunate enough to believe in the power of magic, will enjoy immersing themselves in the roller-coaster fun of these stories, and come to trust, even if for a short time, that in this 'alternate universe' it is possible for us to come together and 'touch the sky.'\" - Jewish Journal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46678787850476,"sku":"9781524740238","price":47.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23995683482730.jpg?v=1753087497"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/series-the-other-side.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}