CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2010
"Too bad much of the humor comes from cheap fat jokes, classism and jibes about the cognitively disabled; the mean-spirited moments mar an otherwise playful frolic. (Fantasy. 10-12)"
Wynne Jones's inimitable style showcases a multi-generational cast of heroes and a chaotic finale at the village fête.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2008
"Fan-pleasing series regulars Howl, Sophie and Calcifer play major roles, but this joyfully chaotic tale stays Charmain's—and a good thing, too. (Fantasy. 11-13)"
Snark and affection abound in a colorful world filled with unfortunately dyed laundry, enormous kobold-built cuckoo clocks and horrifying cooking experiments.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2007
"Plenty of glitter and flash, but hardly indispensable. (Fantasy. 11+)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: Oct. 1, 2006
"This chaotic adventure, full of familiar characters, will delight old and new fans alike. (Fantasy. 10-13)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2005
"A wild romp with a fast-paced and satisfying conclusion, Conrad's humorous adventures will appeal to Christopher's existing fans and Jones neophytes alike. (Fantasy. 10-14)"
Conrad Tesdinic has an Evil Fate in this entertaining Chrestomanci tale that begins a few years after The Lives of Christopher Chant (1988) leaves off.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2003
"Minor Jones to be sure, but still entirely intelligent and engaging. (Fiction. 8-12)"
Wild Robert provides the fizz in this outing from master fantasist Jones, the first US edition of a 1989 novella.
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