A Secret of Birds & Bone

Explore a mesmerizing tale of mystery and adventure in 'A Secret of Birds & Bone', written by the acclaimed author of 'The Girl of Ink & Stars'. This beautifully crafted paperback edition invites you to dive into an Italian city gripped by plague, where Sofia's mother creates exquisite mementoes from the bones of the departed. When Sofia's mother suddenly disappears, an exhilarating quest unfolds. With her adventurous brother Ermin and their clever pet crow, Corvith, they escape the convent orphanage to unravel the mystery surrounding her mother's fate. This spine-tingling story is filled with imaginative prose, enchanting imagery, and heartwarming moments that will captivate readers of all ages. Discover thrilling plot twists as they navigate the underground of the city, piecing together clues hidden within the bones, leading them to the haunting towers of Siena. Perfect for those who love magical realism, this enchanting tale also showcases themes of loss, family, and resilience. Ideal for fans of fantasy novels and heartfelt storytelling, 'A Secret of Birds & Bone' promises to be a cherished addition to your bookshelf. Don't miss out on this breathtaking exploration of courage and connection in times of darkness.

CONDITION: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781913322960
Format: Paperback, 2nd edition
› 3 other possible Format:s available
Publisher: THE CHICKEN HOUSE
Number of Pages: 272
Dimensions Width: 143mm
Height: 201mm
Spine: 20mm

A spellbinding story, now in paperback, from the Sunday Times-bestselling author of The Girl of Ink & Stars, winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize. 'A story bursting with imagination, sparkle and tender heart I adored it!' JASBINDER BILAN 'Both souful poetry and thrilling adventure; powerful and delicate, chilling and comforting' SOPHIE ANDERSON 'Ripping propulsive plot, gorgeous imagery, floating fairytale prose absolutely loved it' ROSS MONTGOMERY In an Italian city ravaged by plague, Sofia's mother carves beautiful mementoes from the bones of loved ones. But one day, she doesn't return home. Did her work lead her into danger? Sofia and her little brother Ermin are sent to the convent orphanage but soon escape, led by an enigmatic new friend and their pet crow, Corvith. Together they cross the city underground, following clues in bones up to the towers of Siena, where - circled by magpies - the children find the terrible truth