The Whisperwicks: the Labyrinth of Lost and Found
By Jordan Lees

The Whisperwicksand is a brilliantly spun and wholly original story. This is an exciting new voice in children's fiction'and Abi Elphinstone, bestselling author ofand Sky SongThe spell-binding world-building of Philip Pullman with the page-turning kid appeal ofand Skandar and the Unicorn Thief. Discover a world of magic and secrets, friendship and unimaginable quests in this spectacular new fantasy series from the most exciting new voice in children's books.A boy who doesn't believe in magic. An impossible world that will change his mind.Eleven-year-old Benjamiah Creek believes in science, logic and the power of reason. He definitely doesand notand believe in magic. But when he receives a mysterious gift in the post - a doll that can transform into a bird - he is led into the impossible (and mostand definitelyand magical) world of Wreathenwold, where dark secrets are lost amongst a vast labyrinth of streets.Benjamiah soon finds himself swept along in a dangerous quest - led by the fierce and brilliant Elizabella, who is determined to solve the disappearance of her missing brother.Will Benjamiah ever find his way home and discover his puzzling connection with this strange, enchanted world?'A breathtaking debut - I love the heartfelt friendship, fantastical worldbuilding, and sheer amount of warmth that runs throughout this book'and Natasha Hastings, author ofand The Miraculous Sweetmakers'Lees makes the world of Wreathenwold come alive . . . An adventure story full of twists, action and mild scares that will suit a reader who enjoys Harry Potter, or Percy Jackson, weaving together magic, mythology and human relationships.'and Children's Books Ireland'Lees writes with confidence and fantastic imagination. Readers attracted to the dark storytelling of Neil Gaiman and Philip Pullman will adore this captivating first instalment in this haunting new series'and Booklist