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Nevertell
Fantasy, Our FavouritesNevertell by Katharine Orton is a gorgeous, snowy adventure, set in the wilds of Siberia, full of magic and wonder, for junior readers. A world of magic is only a whisper away… Born in a Soviet prison camp, Lina has never seen the world outside until the night she escapes with her best friend, Bogdan.
As the pair journey across a snowy wilderness, they are pursued by a vengeful sorceress and her pack of shadow wolves. The children will need every ounce of courage – and a whisper of magic – if they are to survive… Perfect for fans of Abi Elphinstone, Sophie Anderson and Catherine Doyle.
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Joanne –
A magical realist style story which begins in a Siberian work camp. I liked the historical setting of this, the references to the Russian revolution, and the theme of imagination being suppressed. Vivid descriptions of the landscape, of Svetlana’s fantastical castle with its guardian Pechal , and the brutal winter form a strong background to the adventure.
I liked the Russian folkloric quality of the story, the babushka, magic mirrors, shadow wolves etc and its strong themes of loyalty, friendship and determination, and the surprisingly redemptive quality of the ending.