Thorn Castle - The Sorcerer's Tower, #1

Over a million copies of Ian Irvine's fantasy novels sold. The orphan Tamly and his best friend Kym are as different as fire and snow. Kym has magic coming out of her fingers, and Tamly has none at all. When their village is threatened by bad magic this unlikely pair will need to use their combined talents to steal the Book of Spells from the evil sorcerer Lord Harshax. Fantastically illustrated by DM Cornish.
Reviews and Honours for The Sorcerer's TowerShortlisted for the 2008 Aurealis Award, Best Children's Series"A new series by two of Australia's best. It has all the things that turn reluctant readers into avaricious readers - fast moving plot, big gribbly monsters and really cool illustrations." Reading Time"A thrilling bedtime chapter book for parents to read to children five years and older." The Courier Mail on Thorn Castle"Fast moving fantasy adventure, brought to life by Cornish's distinctive illustrations." Good Reading"A fast-paced, easy reading book for middle primary school." The Ballarat Courier"This exciting story is likely to appeal to young readers who like their adventures action-packed, but also to slightly older, reluctant readers."Sunday Tasmanian"Children as young as six will enjoy this fast paced novel.
Non-stop fantasy action with humour and colourful detail." The Courier Mail on Black Crypt"Beautifully crafted with magic, excitement, surprises, chases and fights all the way." Aurealis"From one of Australia's masters of fantasy, this action-packed series is a wonderful introduction to the genre for readers aged nine and over. Perfect for the reluctant or younger reader." Aussiereviews.com