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Hat Full of Sky, A Discworld Novel 32 Hardcover – 29 April 2004

by Terry Pratchett (Author)
4.8 out of 5 stars 5,300 ratings
A real witch never casually steps out of her body, leaving it empty. Eleven-year-old Tiffany does. And there's something just waiting for a handy body to take over. Something ancient and horrible, which can't die ...Wise, witty and wonderful, A Hat Full of Sky is Terry Pratchett's second novel about Tiffany and the Wee Free Men - the rowdiest, toughest, smelliest bunch of fairies ever. They'll fight anything. And even they might not be enough to save Tiffany ...
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  6. Publisher
    Doubleday Children's Books
  7. Publication date
    29 April 2004
  8. ISBN-10
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  9. ISBN-13
    978-0385607360
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Pratchett's third children's novel set in the Discworld, and the second to feature wannabe witch Tiffany Aching and the Wee Free Men, is so ridiculously well written and consistently funny it makes you wonder how he can keep writing such superlative novels without cheating a bit. It would be reassuring to think that the Carnegie Medal-winning author of The Amazing Maurice and his Educated Rodents and The Wee Free Men had his own small army of professional helpers, not unlike like a US sitcom, inventing and deliberating about which are the best jokes and plot lines to use to ensure the best quality quotient. But it's all his own work and that makes each brilliant novel more remarkable because of it.

A Hat Full of Sky continues the adventures of eleven-year-old Tiffany as she endeavours to become a proper witch. She's 'done' magic before, quite spectacularly and to great effect, but now she must be apprenticed to an established practitioner of the craft, the amazing Miss Level, in order to learn exactly how she did it. Unfortunately for her, there's a crazed and malevolent ancient spirit buzzing about, called a Hiver, who is looking for a convenient host to consume. Hiver's are attracted to greatness, and Tiffany hides an enormous talent that seems ripe for domination.

Still grateful for Miss Aching's past help, a crack team of several Wee Free Men, nature's funkiest, drunkest and bluest fairy folk, take it upon themselves to help Tiffany out. Hiver's, however, are unbeatable and it's a definite "sooey-side mission" to save the big wee hag from harm.

It's great to see writing of such quality in a children's novel, and it's further evidence that this sector of the publishing world is having a bit of a golden decade. Long may it continue! (Age 10 and over)--John McLay

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"A great Pratchett strength is the sense that if the jokes were dropped there would still be a good, engaging fantasy thriller here." The Independent "Fantastically inventive and humorous fantasy adventure. Fans will be sky high." The Sunday Times "Pratchett's ear for dialogue is superb ... His deep feeling for landscape, animals, kindness and courage make his adventures deeply satisfying as well as clever." -- Amanda Craig The Times "Oodles of dry wit, imagination and shrewdly observed characters... As always, Pratchett is effortlessly amusing." Independent On Sunday "This is a typically sharp and humorous sequel to the Wee Free Men" Norwich Evening News

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Doubleday Children's Books
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ 29 April 2004
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ First Edition
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 352 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0385607369
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0385607360
  • Item weight ‏ : ‎ 511 g
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8+ years, from customers
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 14.7 x 2.9 x 22.3 cm
  • Book 32 of 41 ‏ : ‎ Discworld
  • Best Sellers Rank: 1,871,858 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • Customer reviews:
    4.8 out of 5 stars 5,300 ratings

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Terry Pratchett sold his first story when he was fifteen, which earned him enough money to buy a second-hand typewriter. His first novel, a humorous fantasy entitled The Carpet People, appeared in 1971 from the publisher Colin Smythe. Terry worked for many years as a journalist and press officer, writing in his spare time and publishing a number of novels, including his first Discworld novel, The Color of Magic, in 1983. In 1987 he turned to writing full time, and has not looked back since. To date there are a total of 36 books in the Discworld series, of which four (so far) are written for children. The first of these children's books, The Amazing Maurice and His Educated Rodents, won the Carnegie Medal. A non-Discworld book, Good Omens, his 1990 collaboration with Neil Gaiman, has been a longtime bestseller, and was reissued in hardcover by William Morrow in early 2006 (it is also available as a mass market paperback (Harper Torch, 2006) and trade paperback (Harper Paperbacks, 2006). Terry's latest book, Nation, a non-Discworld standalone YA novel was published in October of 2008 and was an instant New York Times and London Times bestseller. Regarded as one of the most significant contemporary English-language satirists, Pratchett has won numerous literary awards, was named an Officer of the British Empire “for services to literature” in 1998, and has received four honorary doctorates from the Universities of Warwick, Portsmouth, Bath, and Bristol. His acclaimed novels have sold more than 55 million copies (give or take a few million) and have been translated into 36 languages. Terry Pratchett lived in England with his family, and spent too much time at his word processor. Some of Terry's accolades include: The Carnegie Medal, Locus Awards, the Mythopoetic Award, ALA Notable Books for Children, ALA Best Books for Young Adults, Book Sense 76 Pick, Prometheus Award and the British Fantasy Award.

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4.8 out of 5 stars
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Customers find this book eminently readable from about eight years upwards, with a great story that's suitable for all ages, particularly younger readers. The writing style is lyrical, and they appreciate the humor, noting it's less slapstick than philosophical. Customers praise the character development and the true meaning of magic conveyed in the book, while also appreciating its pacing as a fantastic follow-up to Wee Free Men.

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77 customers mention ‘Readability’77 positive0 negative

Customers find the book extremely engaging and fun to read, particularly noting that it is suitable for children as young as eight years old and can be enjoyed multiple times.

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"Good read, funny clever, want to read more. I really enjoyed this book." Read more

38 customers mention ‘Story quality’37 positive1 negative

Customers enjoy the story quality of the book, describing it as a great example of storytelling, with one customer noting how the plot unfolds with lovable protagonists.

"Terry Pratchett can do no wrong another great story in the tales of Stephanie Aching and the wee" Read more

"Great story as ever from Terry pratchett.and works well on my fire phone.Good sound." Read more

"A great fairy story for all ages, an adult tale that is suitable for children. I enjoyed it immensely." Read more

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36 customers mention ‘Humor’34 positive2 negative

Customers enjoy the book's humor, finding it funny and quirky, with one customer noting that the wit oozes out of each page.

"This a fantastic book, witty, funny and very difficult to put down. The story picks up shortly after the events of The Wee Free Men...." Read more

"I love the Tiffany Aching books with their humour and gentle humanity, and this one is particularly enjoyable." Read more

"...read several of Terry Pratchett's books and love their inclusivity, fun, wisdom and writing style...." Read more

"...A relatively serious story. Less slapstick than philosophy, despite the hard Glaswegian fairies, who seek to protect Tiffany from the hiver - a..." Read more

19 customers mention ‘Ages’18 positive1 negative

Customers appreciate that the book is suitable for all ages, particularly younger readers, with one customer noting it works well as an introduction to older children.

"Great book for kids, young adults and adults alike...." Read more

"...Cover is a bit dull but the quality is good. Great for the younger reader or to complete the set." Read more

"...The story is suitable for younger readers, but contains a lot of references that will raise a smile on the face of most adults...." Read more

"...Great for teens to oldies alike!" Read more

18 customers mention ‘Writing style’17 positive1 negative

Customers praise the writing style of the book, describing it as lyrical and accomplished, with one customer noting that everything the author writes is pure gold.

"Terry Pratchett was an accomplished writer when he wrote "The Colour of Magic", and he became progressively more skilful as he developed the..." Read more

"...The book is as intelligently written, bringing the characters and scenery to life as effectively if not better than any other Discworld book...." Read more

"...Pratchett's books and love their inclusivity, fun, wisdom and writing style. If you have not read his work, you are missing out!..." Read more

"Love Terry Pratchet such a great writer who draws you into a world of witches and magic...." Read more

17 customers mention ‘Pacing’12 positive5 negative

Customers appreciate the pacing of the book, with some noting it's a fantastic follow-up to Wee Free Men. One customer mentions it's about overcoming adversity, while another finds it quite scary.

"I really enjoyed Wee Free Men and laughed my way through most of it... I loved the start where the little brother is playing with a stick by the..." Read more

"...It is about overcoming adversity by discovering the real person within & acts of sacrifice rooted in love for others...." Read more

"...The story can be discordant and sometimes a bit annoying, possibly because Pratchett is writing in a more simplified style that I feel hides his..." Read more

"...Suspend your disbelief and go with the flowing prose - you wont regret it" Read more

10 customers mention ‘Character development’10 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one noting that the characterisation is on point.

"...The plot is fantastical but totally convincing. The characters are true to life (we've all known people like each of them)...." Read more

"...The book is as intelligently written, bringing the characters and scenery to life as effectively if not better than any other Discworld book...." Read more

"...The characters are normal people seen through a looking glass in a way that allows the odd to seem normal and for the normal to be held up to..." Read more

"...Pratchett's wit oozes out of each page, his characterisation is on point and his style is as fluid, fun and fantastical as ever." Read more

10 customers mention ‘Insight’10 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's insights, particularly its true meaning of magic and Terry Pratchett's perspective, with one customer noting it offers quiet advice for both young and old readers.

"...Not quite as on fire as Wee Free Men but nonetheless good. Great Terry Pratchett insight and commentary on people and life remains profound ,..." Read more

"...The plot is fantastical but totally convincing. The characters are true to life (we've all known people like each of them)...." Read more

"...several of Terry Pratchett's books and love their inclusivity, fun, wisdom and writing style. If you have not read his work, you are missing out!..." Read more

"...Yes, there is magic in the book, and some magical creatures..." Read more

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  • Redmagicbob
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely story
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 2 May 2025
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    I love the Tiffany Aching books with their humour and gentle humanity, and this one is particularly enjoyable.
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  • Timothy Greenwood
    5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 June 2025
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    A dam good read.
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  • D. J. Phillips
    5.0 out of 5 stars The master at his peak
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 December 2024
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    Terry Pratchett was an accomplished writer when he wrote "The Colour of Magic", and he became progressively more skilful as he developed the Discworld series book by book. By the time he wrote this second Tiffany Aching story, he was at the peak of his powers. The plot is fantastical but totally convincing. The characters are true to life (we've all known people like each of them). And the psychology is masterly. I like the whole series, but I like this story even more. It's sad to realise that his powers would diminish as dementia took its toll. But it’s delightful to see the wordsmith at his best.
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  • jacw2000
    4.0 out of 5 stars Less slapstick than philosophy
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 27 July 2022
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    Tiffany Aching, apprentice witch. It's odd but I don't recall this one - can I possibly have missed a Terry Pratchett book? A treat for me if so

    A relatively serious story. Less slapstick than philosophy, despite the hard Glaswegian fairies, who seek to protect Tiffany from the hiver - a creature that lives forever, takes over a succession of powerful individuals, gives them more power, and takes away their ... soul, perhaps.
    And it's coming for Tiffany
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  • Sam
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 17 September 2025
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    Perfect
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  • Britt
    5.0 out of 5 stars Such a hood read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 17 May 2025
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    Good read, funny clever, want to read more. I really enjoyed this book.
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  • Mr Adrian Gough
    5.0 out of 5 stars Classic Terry Pratchett.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 5 April 2025
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    Classic humour from Terry Pratchett. Cover is a bit dull but the quality is good. Great for the younger reader or to complete the set.
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  • robert
    5.0 out of 5 stars Hillarious
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 2 August 2025
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    Fabulous as always
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  • Miranda
    5.0 out of 5 stars Mais um excelente Pratchett
    Reviewed in Brazil on 13 April 2021
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    E, apesar da edição ser paperback, a qualidade da leitura é muito boa. O texto em si é incrível.
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  • KT42
    5.0 out of 5 stars A great part of the Discworld, for readers of any age
    Reviewed in Canada on 26 November 2024
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    Got this for my tween, who is reading through the Tiffany Aching series, but I enjoyed it equally.
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  • laef
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful edition
    Reviewed in Australia on 6 October 2020
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    Absolutely beautiful editions of the series! Would highly recommend if you love anything witches from Terry Pratchett.
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  • Yari Alberto Pavan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
    Reviewed in Italy on 8 July 2016
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    When it comes to Terry Pratchett, his worst books are good, while his best ones are masterpieces. Of course it's a good book, it's more than good. Just read it and stop asking!

    p.s. Make sure to read The Wee Free Men first, as this is a direct continuation
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  • historybuff
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another winner
    Reviewed in the United States on 28 January 2025
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    Included Pratchett's most incentive antagonist, the immortal, invisible unstoppable Hiver. It's a quick, memorable read. It is worthy of it's predecessors
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