Let Sleeping Sea-Monsters Lie

‘Eva Ibbotson’s eccentric witches, endangered monsters and friendly ghosts are one of the greatest joys of children’s fiction. Funny, gripping, charming and completely irresistible they are perfect for curling up with at any age’

Amanda Craig

‘Eva Ibbotson has assumed the mantle of Roald Dahl in her understanding of child appeal’

School Librarian

‘A new book by Eva always lifts the spirits. She understands how children might be inspired and nourished, and she delights in nature, friendship, honesty and liberty’

Sunday Times — on The Dragonfly Pool

‘Sparky and humorous… Ibbotson is dexterous with pace and suspense, accessible, always amusing and a treat to read aloud’

Sunday Times — on The Beasts of Clawstone Castle

‘Any reader presented with this book will be enriched for life’

Anne Fine, Children’s Laureate 2001–2003 — on Journey to the River Sea

‘A bubbly and fantastical adventure… Driven by humour and warmth, Journey to the River Sea has an irresistible charm’

Guardian