The Beasts of Clawstone Castle

Praise for The Beasts of Clawstone Castle

‘Sparky and humorous… Ibbotson is dextrous with pace and suspense, accessible, always amusing and a treat to read aloud… this book is both joyously light-hearted and profoundly good-natured’ Sunday Times

‘A fast-paced adventure story’ Financial Times

‘An irresistible adventure’ The Times

‘A clever blend of magic and humour, The Beasts of Clawstone Castle is an enthralling story, elegantly written’ Guardian

‘Here’s a story that bubbles with humour… immensely entertaining and beautifully crafted, the story offers suspense, a satisfying conclusion, superb characterization and, above all, good-natured humour’ Books for Keeps

‘This comic adventure has all the right ingredients for a great read — witty characters, hilarious pace and lots of action’ Carousel

‘The book has all of Ibbotson’s gentle wisdom and is a tribute to her inventiveness as well as her lucid prose and lightness of touch’ Times Educational Supplement

‘What a treat’ Daily Mirror

‘Hilarious’ Irish Times