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Beyond the Deepwoods (Edge Chronicles (Quality)) (Paperback)

by Chris Riddell (Author), Paul Stewart (Author)
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)

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  • Paperback: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Yearling Books; Reprint edition (13 May 2008)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0440420873
  • ISBN-13: 978-0440420873
  • Product Dimensions: 19 x 13.2 x 2.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,425,234 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Amazon.co.uk Review

Chris Riddell's dramatic line drawings are the perfect complement to Paul Stewart's striking words in Beyond the Deepwoods, the first book of The Edge Chronicles.

Twig, on the verge of manhood at the age of 13, is told that the Woodtrolls who brought him up are not his real parents and that he must venture forth into the Deepwoods, keeping only to the path, to discover the truth about himself.

Armed with just a few magical gifts from his adopted mother, Spelda, Twig steps off the path and tumbles into a terrifying other world where nothing and no-one can be trusted.

From the mountainous Banderbear who becomes Twig's best friend, to the murderous Wig-wigs and the hideous all-female tribe of the Termagant Frogs, Beyond the Deepwoods sows the seeds of magic and adventure in the imagination, and lets them grow in the most exotic corners of the reader's mind. --Susan Harrison --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Young Twig lives in the Deepwoods, among the Woodtrolls, but he isn't one of them. In a brave attempt to find out where he belongs, Twig wanders into the mysterious, fascinating and sometimes hazardous world beyond the Deepwoods. In his travels he encounters myriad peculiar creatures, like his wise guardian, the Caterbird; the Slaughterers, a peaceful race who butcher animals for their livelihood and the vicious, bile-swilling Rotsucker. Always mindful of the Gloamglozer, whose presence haunts the thoughts of all the inhabitants of The Edge, Twig pursues his quest until he discovers his roots, not among the trees, but in the skies. With his new allies, the Sky Pirates, Twig prepares to embark on his next adventure. Read by Michael Praed --This text refers to the Audio CD edition.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars I don't normally read fantasy and i'm not a kid..., 6 July 2006
By megamarble "dlb008" (South Yorks, UK) - See all my reviews
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... but i did really enjoy this book. It's a non-stop set of scenes where twig always seems to get into big trouble and then get himself out of it.

The illustrations are really good and there are lots of them (one every 2 or 3 pages). The book won't take an adult long to get through but s/he will enjoy the ride.

Recommended!!
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great books for teenagers., 22 Dec 2002
I'm the proud mum of a 14 year old boy ,who is into rap music,skateboarding,room untidying,dish unwashing and all the usual stuff that 14 year olds love to do to annoy their parents,so I am well impressed with The Edge Chronicles books.He happily sits for hours reading them,and can't wait to get his hands on the next one.
I think that all parents should introduce their teenagers to these books,and regain their sanity by enjoying a couple of hours free from rap music,bickering and violent movies and knowing that their safe in the hands of their return to childish fantasy.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Beyond The Deepwoods, 18 July 2005
This is a fantastic read, enjoyable for all ages. The writer uses such imaginative ideas in this wonderful adventure-packed story. The story starts with a young boy, who strays from the path, to become a sky-pirate like his father. Along his jouney he meets a countless number of funny and mind-boggling creatures such as Banderbears, Shrykes and Prowlgrins. This book is certainly the best I have ever read, and I would recomed it to anyone. The endings of each of the books in the series keeps you suspended, waiting for the next book to come out. Chris Riddel and Paul Stewart certainly make a fine team, and the illustrations in the book are amazingly intrecate. I recomed you read this book!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Varied, well written and entertaining
This book varies a lot - there are some genuinely scary scenes, some genuinely sad scenes, some wild fantasy and some inventive creatures. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Mr. M. Jones

4.0 out of 5 stars Not perfect, but loads of fun
Sometimes you just want a book that grabs your attention. This certainly did it when I spotted it on the bookshelf. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Paul Everdark

5.0 out of 5 stars great for kids!
this was my fave series of books when i was younger my mum read the first ones to me when i was 9 or 10 and then i graduated on to reading them myself! Read more
Published 20 months ago by Lauren E. Everington

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful...
I absolutely adore this book, it's so imaginative and it will sweep you away! The characterisation, interesting vocabulary... and the drawings, are all amazing.
Published on 21 Dec 2007 by L B Jones

5.0 out of 5 stars lone gunslinger -a childrens review
brilliant stuff!chris riddel and paul stewart make the perfect team.packed full of slaughterers,hover worms,gyle--goblins,banderbears,woodtrolls,termagant... Read more
Published on 28 Jan 2007 by Ms. A. Todd

5.0 out of 5 stars A brilliant book
This is an amazing adventure about Twig's journey beyond the deepwoods.It is a thrilling story and a lot better book than I imagined. Read more
Published on 3 Dec 2006 by sticky

5.0 out of 5 stars A Simply Great Book
This book is great for all ages (and so are all the others!)It is intriguing and has some amzing pen drawings that you can pore over at any time. Read more
Published on 30 Dec 2005 by funandsunshine

5.0 out of 5 stars Beyond the Deepwoods
An excellent book by Paul Stewart. wierd worlds, fantastic faces and perculear people, a real banger for kids. Read more
Published on 9 Jan 2005 by jenny_jamesathome

5.0 out of 5 stars a great fantasy book
I loved this book i read all of the other books in the edge chronicles but this is my faverout book of all time. Read more
Published on 9 Oct 2004 by Michael F

5.0 out of 5 stars Beyond The Deepwoods( Edge Chronicles series)
Paul Stewart really gets going on this thrilling book.
If you like Goblins, Woodtrolls, Bander Bears and so on read this never ending adventurous story about a boy named... Read more
Published on 9 Oct 2004 by James Mohajer

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