'Masterful, a wonderfully original fantasy adventure that feels like a timeless classic. A brilliant new voice in the world of childrens fiction.' -- Anthony McGowan, winner of the 2020 CILIP Carnegie Medal for LARK
'A remarkable debut... poetic, imaginative and gripping' * The Guardian *
Gita Ralleigh builds a vivid world bursting with jeopardy in this beautifully lyrical debut. So many unexpected twists to love, including the mechanicals. Minou is a great hero kind-hearted, brave, and full of fire. -- Jasbinder Bilan, Costa prize-winning author of AASHA AND THE SPIRIT BIRD
'An awesome alt-India middle grade book, with adventure and emotional twists, tied together with friendships and the family we find, and an incredible heroine in Minou, who fights for freedom and Queendom!' -- Roopa Farooki, author of A DOUBLE DETECTIVES MEDICAL MYSTERY: THE CURE FOR A CRIME
'A rich and thrilling adventure.' -- Sophie Anderson, author of THE THIEF WHO SANG STORMS
'Magical, multi-sensory storytelling...that will enchant readers, rest in memories and spark imaginations.' -- Sita Brahmachari, Yoto-Carnegie shortlisted author of WHEN SHADOWS FALL
High adventure and a lavish, sensory world of mystery, magic and mechanical marvels. With an indomitable hero in Minou Moonshine, this is an inspiring, delightful read - young readers are in for a ripping ride. -- Finbar Hawkins, author of WITCH
'A gently unfolding, rich narrative full of fantasy and wonder, which champions the power of women and girls to manage their own destinies' * The Bookseller *
'Takes readers on a journey of emotions' * Scope for Imagination *
'[A] charming fantasy... with the focus on faith, fate and fighting for what is right.' * BookTrust *
An exciting fantasy adventure with an engaging heroine imbued with details that enable readers to draw parallels with historical events if they wish * Historical Novel Review *