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More copies of this ISBN:This title in other formats:A Hat Full of Sky: The Continuing Adventures of Tiffany Aching and the Wee Free Menby Terry Pratchett
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This is a wonderful fantasy full of wit, witches, and suspense. Written by the well-known author of the Discworld series, A Hat Full of Sky follows the marvelous We Free Men but stands well on its own. So sit back and enjoy this great summer read. Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:The Heroine: Tiffany Aching, incipient witch and cheese maker extraordinaire. Once saved world from Queen of the Elves. Is about to discover that battling evil monarchs is child's play compared to mortal combat with a Hiver (see below). At eleven years old, is boldest heroine ever to have confronted the Forces of Darkness while armed with a frying pan.
The Threat: A Hiver, insidious disembodied presence drawn to powerful magic. Highly dangerous, frequently lethal. Cannot be stopped with iron or fire. Its target: Tiffany Aching (see above). The Nac Mac Feegle: a.k.a. the Wee Free Men. Height: six inches. Color: blue. Famed for drinking, stealing, and fighting. Will attack anything larger than themselves. Members include: Rob Anybody, Daft Wullie, and Awfully Wee Billy Bigchin. Allies to Tiffany Aching (see above). The Book: Hilarious, breathtaking, spine-tingling sequel to the acclaimed Wee Free Men. The Author: Terry Pratchett, celebrated creator of the internationally best-selling Discworld series. Carnegie Medalist and writer extraordinaire. Review:"The ever-inventive Pratchett comes through once again with a comic delight that will engage fantasy fans and make them think, too....Exceptional book." KLIATT Review:"By turns hilarious and achingly beautiful, this be just right." Kirkus Reviews Review:"Pratchett maintains the momentum of the first book, and fans will relish the further adventures of the 'big wee hag,' as Tiffany is known to the Feegles." Booklist Review:"Readers will curl up to read with a sigh of contentment." Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Review:"[T]he best of the Discworld series yet....This coming-of-age story is a great adventure with plenty of magic and laughs and a journey to find one's 'soul and center.' It is highly recommended for all collections." VOYA Review:"[I]t's the author's lyrical, playful prose and his deft touch with character and the lived-in details of Discworld that make A Hat Full of Sky so enjoyable." Dallas Morning News Review:"This book is full of irreverent humor, laugh-out-loud dialogue, and many memorable characters....Fans of the previous book are in for another treat." School Library Journal Review:"A lovely romp for Pratchett fans of all ages." Locus Review:"Comic interludes, hair-raising danger, and flashbacks mingle in perfect proportion." Horn Book Magazine Synopsis:From the Carnegie Medalist and author of the bestselling Discworld series comes this spine-tingling sequel to The Wee Free Men. Tiffany Aching is off to begin her apprenticeship in magic, but she's being followed by an insidious presence.
About the AuthorBestselling author Terry Pratchett is one of the world's most popular writers. His first short story was published when he was 13, and his first book was published when he was 23. Mr. Pratchett's novels have been translated into over two dozen languages, and have sold more than 45 million copies. He received Britain's highest honor for a children's book, the Carnegie Medal, for The Amazing Maurice and His Educated Rodents. Mr. Pratchett has one grown daughter and lives in England with his wife and several cats. What Our Readers Are SayingAdd a comment for a chance to win!
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