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'A classic animated adventure'
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Format:Hardcover
I love Brian Jacques' tales of Redwall, and this 2nd book in the Mistmantle Chronicles runs along a similar vein.
I haven't actually read the first book, but I didn't feel as though I'd missed much out (although I'll read it when I can). This follows the tale of Urchin, who lives with his friend on an island, protected (mostly) from harm by the mists surrounding it. When a ship enters port, the animals rejoice and hold a banquet. Unfortunately the visitors aren't as peaceful as they seem. Young Urchin the squirrel, pale in colour (a rarity on the island) is kidnapped. Not only this, the precious heartstone which the young squirrel king Crispin needs for his coronation, is a fake. Urchin's friends do all they can to get him back, and find the true heartstone.
Cute and funny are two words to describe this story. I loved the attitudes of the different animals: the kings friends are determined to find him a wife, Fingal has a vendetta against watersnakes (I back him on that one). What unites Urchin's friends are their desire to get him back. Their determination shines through their actions. His enemies are united by the hunger for power, and greed.
Definitely a book for all the family
I haven't actually read the first book, but I didn't feel as though I'd missed much out (although I'll read it when I can). This follows the tale of Urchin, who lives with his friend on an island, protected (mostly) from harm by the mists surrounding it. When a ship enters port, the animals rejoice and hold a banquet. Unfortunately the visitors aren't as peaceful as they seem. Young Urchin the squirrel, pale in colour (a rarity on the island) is kidnapped. Not only this, the precious heartstone which the young squirrel king Crispin needs for his coronation, is a fake. Urchin's friends do all they can to get him back, and find the true heartstone.
Cute and funny are two words to describe this story. I loved the attitudes of the different animals: the kings friends are determined to find him a wife, Fingal has a vendetta against watersnakes (I back him on that one). What unites Urchin's friends are their desire to get him back. Their determination shines through their actions. His enemies are united by the hunger for power, and greed.
Definitely a book for all the family
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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Wonderful Sequel of "Urchin of the Riding Stars"
30 Aug 2006
Format:Hardcover
URCHIN AND THE HEARTSTONE is the book #2 from the 3 book series THE MISTMANTLE CHRONICLES. It is as good as its predecessor URCHIN OF THE RIDING STARS. The book is packed with action and intrigue and, as usual, M. I. McAllister excells in her depiction of characters. The friendship, courage and wisdom of the main characters are the qualities that every child reading this book will relate to. This is a fairy tale with wonderful descriptions of far-away places that reminded me of all good things from my childhood: from the play in the snow, to my faithfull friends, to the sweets grandma used to make...
M. I. McAllister creates a wonderful world where the ideals of good, justice, courage, friendship and faith are being held high.
The drawings of the cover and at the beginning of each chapters are very well done and in tone with the book.
I recommend this book for children over 5 years of age. Adults that like to remember the good old fairy tales will absolutely love it.
M. I. McAllister creates a wonderful world where the ideals of good, justice, courage, friendship and faith are being held high.
The drawings of the cover and at the beginning of each chapters are very well done and in tone with the book.
I recommend this book for children over 5 years of age. Adults that like to remember the good old fairy tales will absolutely love it.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Great fo kids
29 May 2007
Format:Hardcover
I bought this for my daughter last month and she can't wait for the next book to come out. I read the book as well and even though it is predictable, it is a very charming story. Kids with a [..]reading level should have no problem with the book and they will probably really get into the story.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
awesome book
12 Mar 2007
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
"I enjoy this book as much as the first one", says my daughter.
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