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'Another excellent sequel is Cliff McNish's THE SCENT OF MAGIC (Orion, c. 4hrs, 9.99), read by Sian Phillips and again with spine-chilling music. This time the witches advance on earth to take their revenge on the children who killed their queen in DOOMSPELL.' (Christina Hardyment )
'An operatic performance by Sian Phillips brings out the many crescendos on a global battle of good and evil. More epic in scale, and more malevolent in mood, than Harry Potter. Shorter sentences, too, which suits impatient over-eights.' (Carole Mansur DAILY TELEGRAPH )
'Rachel and her brother Eric's powers to unmake magic are tested to the full in this thrilling sequel to DOOMSPELL. Sian Phillips' reading is good, if lacking in characterisation, and the whole thing is an exciting listed for children over eight. Great for in-car entertainment.' (THE AUDIOBOOKSELLER )
'spine- chilling music' (INDEPENDENT MAGAZINE )
'An operatic performance by Sian Phillips brings out the many crescendos on a global battle of good and evil. More epic in scale, and more malevolent in mood, than Harry Potter. Shorter sentences, too, which suits impatient over-eights.' (Carole Mansur DAILY TELEGRAPH )
'Rachel and her brother Eric's powers to unmake magic are tested to the full in this thrilling sequel to DOOMSPELL. Sian Phillips' reading is good, if lacking in characterisation, and the whole thing is an exciting listed for children over eight. Great for in-car entertainment.' (THE AUDIOBOOKSELLER )
'spine- chilling music' (INDEPENDENT MAGAZINE )
Carole Mansur, DAILY TELEGRAPH
'An operatic performance by Sian Phillips brings out the many crescendos on a global battle of good and evil. More epic in scale, and more malevolent in mood, than Harry Potter. Shorter sentences, too, which suits impatient over-eights.'
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
The Doomspell was great.. The Scent of Magic is even better. The Witches have come for their revenge and all the world is rocked. The old characters are there, stronger than ever, with some great new ones like Yemi, Heiki and Heebra. McNish manages to describe the world in a style so vivid you feel a part of every scene. Some of the imagery is magical and then sometimes quite scary. But it is always convincing and very exciting. The story is not without humour either. The close relationship between Eric and the Prapsies is a delightful part of the whole. Read it now, you won't be disappointed.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Cliff McNish is now my favourite writer, I think he's put a spell on me. I loved his first book and this one is just as good. I missed Scorpa, the wolf, but all the characters are great so I tried not to mind. I couldn't stop reading it even in bed. I recommend this book for everyone to read because it's GREAT!!!!
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book is even better than Doomspell. I missed Dragwena (perversely!), but Heebra is more calculating and even more sinister in some ways. The Scent of Magic is as beautifully written as The Doomspell, but if anything the characterisations are deeper, and the plot more original (the first had slightly too many echoes of The Lion,the Witch and the Wardrobe, I felt), while McNish propels the whole magnificent story along with his characteristic verve, pace and passion. This book has the feel and energy of the best thrillers. If anything the last chapters just go too fast, but that's a minor quibble!
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my mum wont let me get this book!!PANIC!!!!!
everyone says this a great book but my mum wont let me get it because i have loads of other books!!.POOR ME! help anyone
Published 13 months ago by S. Ocarroll
amazing sequel
Having defeated Dragwena, Rachel, Eric and Morpeth are now living at home on Earth, coming to terms with their powers. Read more
Published on 19 April 2009 by Rubbah
Second book of the Doomspell Trilogy
Isn't there just a small part of you that would love to have some magical powers?... Just that something extra to help you out of a sticky situation, or play a practical joke? Read more
Published on 1 Feb 2007 by S. Barnes
Wow!
Doomspell is incredible! The Scent of Magic is even better! Hardly possible, and any other author would have failed miserably. Not Cliff McNish. Read more
Published on 8 Mar 2006 by "berlinkitkat"
Even better than Doomspell
What a book! I missed Dragwena but got Heebra and a second Witch instead! The Scent of Magic continues the Doomspell story, but if anything the characterisations are deeper, the... Read more
Published on 21 Jun 2002 by david enders
gripping,brilliant,clever plot
I think it was a very good book and I think Cliff McNish will be as good as JK Rowling if not better! Read more
Published on 8 Feb 2002
great, thrilling and breathtaking simply the best!
I enjoyed Doomspell and The Scent of Magic, both books were absolutely awesome! The best fantasy story i have ever read, i found both books really funny some parts were quite... Read more
Published on 15 Dec 2001
magic
This story is absolutely amazing, it puts harry potter to shame. The scent of magic is all about the inner magic of normal children, some being more gifted than others. Read more
Published on 2 Dec 2001
Excellent read, for both children and adults
A magical trip around the world. Rachel's battle with witches continue, but this time on her own doorstep.
A compelling read that keeps both young and old turning the pages. Read more
Published on 4 Nov 2001
Simply - a GREAT read...................
Cliff McNish has done it again! A book full of adventure and suspense. The favourite characters are back, as well as some great new ones. Read more
Published on 31 Oct 2001
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