The Beguilers (Definitions) (Winner of the Bisto Book of the Year Award 2002) - Softcover

Thompson, Kate

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9780099411499: The Beguilers (Definitions) (Winner of the Bisto Book of the Year Award 2002)

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0099411490 ISBN 13: 9780099411499

Publisher: Definitions (Young Adult), 2002

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There is a dire warning never to peep out at them. There are stories of people who succumbed to their voices and walked out into the night, never to be seen again. But Rilka, frustrated by the culture of her people, is determined to catch a Beguiler and solve the mystery of their existence and so she embarks on an adventure that will change her life, and the lives of those around her, for ever.

This novel confirms Kate Thompson's position as a writer of rare imagination and power.

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Review:

"This is another original creation, an exciting and thought-provoling read which will grip the attention of the reader and not let go" (The School Librarian)

"Powerful and very readable - Thompson has created a very believable culture in which to set this coming of age story" (Children's Books in Ireland)

"Kate Thompson writes with marvellous and magical ease" (TES)

Book Description:

A mystical tale from the multi-award-winning author of The Switchers Trilogy and The New Policeman

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