Spellstone
By Ross Montgomery

Discover a world of magical storytelling from a twice Costa-shortlisted author“One of our finest children's writers. Phil Earle“A master storyteller. Aisling Fowler“Another absolute triumph from one of my favourite children's authors. Catherine DoyleThe greatest magic is hidden in plain sight...Evie is used to not being noticed. But when she meets the mysterious Wainwright, she discovers that going unnoticed might just be what makes her unique. Recruited into a secret magical organization, Evie finds herself at the heart of an ancient and magical battle. Evil is returning to the land, and Evie is the only person who can stop it. But how can she defeat the most dangerous magician in the world, when she doesn't even know her own powers?Don't miss Ross's other fantasy novels for young readers:The Midnight GuardiansThe Chime SeekersPRAISE FORand SPELLSTONE“The very definition of a page-turner:and riveting,and punchy, with surprises around every bend.and Ross is a flawless storyteller. and Carlie Sorosiak“Another absolute triumph from one of my favourite children's authors.and Spellstoneand is bothand heartfeltand andand humorous, whileand fizzing with magic and fun. and Catherine Doyle“A cinematic roller-coaster ride of a book,and magicaland through to its shining core. and Katharine Orton“Infused with magic, adventure and imagination. This is Ross Montgomery on top form, and the result is spectacular. and Katya Balen“A magical book that is bothand clever and gripping. A joy! and Lisa Thompson“Montgomery's playful imagination floods every page, creating a magical adventure full of high stakes, charming characters and unexpected twists. and Joseph Elliott“Aand spellbindingand adventure, brimming with original magic and the mostand charming cast of characters. Jenny Pearson“Sparkling with magic, danger and that wonderful Montgomery wit,and Spellstoneand is one to jump into, full throttle. A fabulous, crackling adventure. and Amy Wilson“Ross Montgomery just gets better and better!and Crackling with magic and swirling with mystery,and Spellstoneand had me enchanted from the first page. and Jennifer Bell“Magical storytelling -and bold and brilliant. and Sophie Anderson“Aand brilliantly inventiveand tale of good versus evil that weaves magic and mystery with a cast of loveable characters. I loved every page of it. and Struan Murray"From the extraordinarily vivid opening scene to theand heart-stoppingand climax, every page proves you're in the hands ofand a master storyteller. I couldn't put it down!"and Aisling Fowler“Ross is one of our finest children's writers, and this is aand magnificent piece of fantasy storytelling. Gripping, quirky and with characters you won't forget. and Phil EarlePRAISE FORand THE CHIME SEEKERS“Cracking adventure from the wildly imaginative Montgomery. and Daily Mail"Funny, terrifying, full of folkloric strangeness hiding in everyday corner, this sparkling homage to David Bowie'sand Labyrinthand is just as satisfying as last year'sand The Midnight Guardians."and Guardian"[A] whirlwind adventure."and Daily Telegraph"Richly imaginative."and The Week Junior“A quest like no other: Ross Montgomery is on spectacular form in this brilliant, edge-of-your seat story. and Emma Carroll"Fast-paced and hilarious."and Ross Welford"Deliciously creepy, wonderfully imaginative."Sophie Anderson“Very page-turny, with enough funny bits to stop it being too scary. and Philip Reeve“All the hallmarks of an instant classic. and Carlie Sorosiak“A fantastic adventure with shades of Jan Mark, Susanna Clarke and Neil Gaiman ... A brilliant example of the best children's fiction. and Christopher Edge"Ross Montgomery is a true master of storytelling."and Jenny Pearson“FLAWLESS. Witty, emotional, beautifully written, pacey, punchy, and a story that just keeps delivering. and Nicola Skinner"A modern classic."and Phil Earle“Rich in detail, humour and feeling. Ross Montgomery is a singular talent in writing brave and magical adventures."and Katya Balen“Fantastic! A brilliant cast of characters ... a whirlwind adventure and a fae world brimming with darkness, wonder and faerie tricks. and Aisling Fowler“[An] enchanting masterpiece ... Charming, hilarious and brimming with magic."and Catherine Doyle“A tricksy, whirlwind of an adventure from start to finish with twists and turns I didn't expect! and Aisha BusbyPRAISE FORand THE MIDNIGHT GUARDIANSShortlisted for the 2021 Costa Children's Book AwardWaterstones Children's Book of the Month for Christmas 2020Hive Children's Book of the Month for November 2020A Toppsta Children's Book of the Month for November 2020"An enthralling, Narnia-flavoured novel with the folkloric feels of a Christmas classic."and Children's Books of the Year,and Guardian"Beautifully drawn fantasy characters ... a story of hope and love underpinned by witty humour. and Daily Mail"A magical slice of historical fantasy fiction. and i Newspaper"This lovely adventure story has the feel of a classic children's book."and Book of the Week, The Week Junior“Beautiful writing and epic storytelling. WRD Magazine"A real triumph of the imagination."and Editor's Choice,and The Bookseller