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by Cliff McNish (Author), Geoff Taylor (Author)
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  • Paperback: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Orion Childrens (18 Oct 2001)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1858818435
  • ISBN-13: 978-1858818436
  • Product Dimensions: 20.6 x 14.1 x 2.3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 790,991 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Second book of the Doomspell Trilogy, 1 Feb 2007
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This review is from: The Scent of Magic (Book 2 of The Doomspell Trilogy) (Paperback)
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? In "The Scent of Magic" (book two of the Doomspell Trilogy) magical powers are unleashed everywhere in the children of the planet Earth.

In this sequel to "The Doomspell", Rachel (with her incredible but still newly-found magical abilities), and her brother Eric (with his unique quality of "anti-magic" - capable of destroying spells!) must pit their wits once again against the evil magic from Ool, home of the witches. Only, this time, they do not have just one furious witch to face... In fact the witches' hatred is so intense that they decide to enlist the help of other magical Earth children, in their desire to track down and destroy Rachel and Eric.

Although with a slightly slower start, this is every bit as action-packed and gripping as the first book in the trilogy and I now can't wait to read book three! All ages 8+ will enjoy the Doomspell books.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Even better than Doomspell, 16 Jun 2002
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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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5.0 out of 5 stars ORIGINAL AND EXCITING, 7 Dec 2001
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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.
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5.0 out of 5 stars 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 2 months ago by rubbah

5.0 out of 5 stars 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

5.0 out of 5 stars 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

5.0 out of 5 stars 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 9 Feb 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars 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 16 Dec 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars 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

5.0 out of 5 stars 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. Read more
Published on 5 Nov 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars 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 1 Nov 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars A worthy successor to 'The Doomspell'
Now this is interesting. The Doomspell was great - that's the first book in this series, for those who don't know. Read more
Published on 31 Oct 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars FANTASTIC!
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. Read more
Published on 24 Oct 2001

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