- Paperback: 208 pages
- Publisher: Floris Books (16 Oct 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0863156738
- ISBN-13: 978-0863156731
- Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 13 x 1.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 620,867 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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From the ancient brochs, to the gorgeous wild ponies, to the enormous skuas, the raw splendor of the Shetland Islands comes alive in this mystery. Tregenza brilliantly harnesses the charm of wonder of this magical setting and wraps it around an exciting adventure. Young readers will be easily drawn into solving the puzzle with Jack and Izzie. --Peggy Tibbets, Silt, CO USA
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When one expects Vikings and barbarians and simply finds civilization, you'd expect to be underwhelmed. "Tarantula Tide" follows Jack as he finds himself vacationing in Shetland, a land with a history far more interesting than its present. When he meets Izzie, his vacation suddenly turns strange, as Jack's own private secrets may soon come to light. "Tarantula Tide" is a unique children's mystery, sure to please young adult readers.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
It is a great childrens book. I really loved the research that the author has done. I loved trying to guess the ending, but I was completely wrong though! The friendship in the story between all of the neighboughs had a real family feel. Don't be put of by the title because Octavia the tarantula is a sweet and really really clever, pretty spider! If you are between 9 to 12 years old this book is perfect for a adventurous book worm! Well done Tregenza team!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This story won the Floris prize for a first time children's book set in Scotland, and it's easy to see why. It's fast moving and exciting, it has two engaging main characters in Izzie and Jack, and it has supporting characters in the shape of poisonous spiders and Shetland ponies, plus a whole range of baddies. (Or are they? Not everyone is quite what they seem...)
But one of the things I liked best was the feeling it gives of life by the sea. The space, the light, the smell of salt and seaweed - Jack may not have been very keen on it, certainly at the beginning, but I loved it!
But one of the things I liked best was the feeling it gives of life by the sea. The space, the light, the smell of salt and seaweed - Jack may not have been very keen on it, certainly at the beginning, but I loved it!
Format:Paperback
This is a fantastic book. My daughter could not put this book down and throughly enjoyed it. She is 11.
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I was recommended this book by a family member and read it to my year 3/4 class and then 5/6 class who all loved it. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Liesl Rosewall
A Fantastic read!
My daughter Lucy read this book whilst on holiday. By chance we even met the author Sharon who was a very lovely lady. This is her review. She is aged 9. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Andy Grove
the kids'll love it
As a teacher, and grandmother, I have a lot of experience of choosing books for kids. Tarantula Tide is one of the most exciting books I have read for ages. Read more
Published on 26 May 2010 by Mrs. Joan Scott-minter
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