Riddell delights in playing with fairy tales, and his imaginative characters and stories of the weak triumphing over the powerful will tickle young readers. * Literary Review *
Any new book by the magnificent Chris Riddell is a huge cause for celebration and Guardians of Magic is certainly no exception. An exquisitely produced book, lavishly illustrated of course, leaves the reader in no doubt about the treat that awaits them . . . This story is simply a delight. Highly recommended! * Readingzone *
A soaring tale of enchantment and adventure with truly magical illustrations. A new book by Chris Riddell is something to celebrate, especially one that gives his unique imagination free rein, as this does * LoveReading4Kids *
An absorbing, original and supremely entertaining read * BookTrust *
Riddell's characteristic wit and humour shine through * Woman and Home *
Inventive and witty. Rich with fairytale allusions, this should delight both kids and adults * Woman's Weekly *
Exhilarating and original, this marks the beginning of an intriguing new fantasy trilogy * Children's Books Ireland *
Giants, tin men, rats, a wicked clockmaker, a Professional Princess, a Worpal sword, enchanted cello and a runcible spoon. All these and many more characters and items, evil, magical, good and bad inhabit the pages of Guardians of Magic by Chris Riddell...This exciting, gloriously magical story will have readers aged nine or so riveted from the first page to the last, pages which are peppered throughout with black and white illustrations. The excellent news is that Guardians of Magic is the first book in the Cloud Horse Chronicles series. I look forward to it * Newbury Today and Newbury Weekly News *
