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Chronicles of Chrestomanci Volume 1

by Diana Wynne Jones

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ISBN13: 9780064472685
ISBN10: 006447268x
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Publisher Comments:

In this multiple parallel universes of the Twelve Related Worlds, only an enchanter with nine lives is powerful enough to control the rampant misuse of magic--and to hold the title Chrestomanci...

The Chants are a family strong in magic, but neither Christopher Chant nor Cat Chant can work even the simplest of spells. Who could have dreamed that both Christopher and Cat were born with nine lives--or that they could lose them so quickly?

Review:

"The concept is ingenious." Horn Book

Review:

"[The Lives of Christopher Chant is] wonderfully entertaining. A born storyteller weaves her own brand of magic." Horn Book (starred review)

Review:

"[In The Lives of Christopher Chant] Jones has written a mesmerizing account of the boyhood adventure of the famous magician who starred in Charmed Life. Her ability to mesh magic and realism results in an enthralling story about a boy just discovering his powers." Publishers Weekly

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"The Lives of Christopher Chant is fun and exciting." VOYA

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"A rich cast of characters is assembled, from this world and others. Jones writes of magic with such absolute conviction that there is no room for doubt." School Library Journal

About the Author

Diana Wynne Jones has been writing outstanding fantasy novels for more than twenty-five years and is one of the most distinguished writers in this field. With unlimited imagination, she combines dazzling plots, an effervescent sense of humor, and emotional truths in stories that delight readers of all ages.

Ms. Jones says, "Each time I write a book, I try to say something new, with the result that each book turns out differently from the ones before—which surprises, puzzles, and pleases me in about equal proportions." Her work spans from the epic novels of "The Dalemark Quartet" to the hilarious Chrestomanci books to the inventive Howl's Moving Castle (recently a major motion picture directed by Hayao Miyazaki) to individual gems such as The Merlin Conspiracy. Diana Wynne Jones lives in Bristol, England.

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lanareader6, February 27, 2007 (view all comments by lanareader6)
Growimg up magical is not easy, and Cat and Christopher sure know! This book is hilariusly funny, and full of adventures.By the end of the books, you almost wish YOU were a 9-lifed enchanter! Well, almost...
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crowyhead, September 15, 2006 (view all comments by crowyhead)
I totally loved this! Jones skillfully creates a believable magical world. She also manages to write completely believable child protagonists. Cat and Christopher, though they are often ignorant as to the intricacies of the world around them, never come off as stupid, just as kids, and they're not overly precocious, either. The books are an excellent mix of humor and adventure, and I'm really looking forward to reading the rest of the series.
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780064472685
Subtitle:
Charmed Life/The Lives of Christopher Chant
Author:
Jones, Diana Wynne
Author:
by Diana Wynne Jones
Publisher:
HarperTrophy
Location:
New York
Subject:
Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic
Subject:
Children's 12-Up - Fiction - Fantasy
Subject:
Witchcraft
Subject:
Magic
Subject:
Fantasy
Subject:
Fantasy & Magic
Copyright:
Edition Description:
Harper Trophy
Series:
Chronicles of Chrestomanci
Series Volume:
01
Publication Date:
January 9, 2001
Binding:
Mass Market Paperbound
Grade Level:
Children/juvenile
Language:
English
Pages:
608
Dimensions:
6.80x4.38x1.57 in. .64 lbs.
Age Level:
12-17

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