The bookshop at the back of beyond by Amy Sparkes

The land of Beyond is a place of extraordinary magic, with shops selling everything from powerful potions to books full of adventure. The Asking Stone at the Tower at the End of Time informed Nine and her friends that Professor Dish was to be found in 'Beyond', so they have travelled there - and are about to embark on their search for her. Before they will be able to leave Beyond however, they must purchase something from every store... so the challenge is on! Buy from every store all while looking for Professor Dish, and quickly, before an unpredictable witch has anything to say about it, for it looks like Flabberghast's aunt is looking for Professor Dish too!

The third in this utterly delightful 'The House at the Edge of Magic' series, The Bookshop at the Back of Beyond does not disappoint! All the favourite characters are back with their unique personalities readers have come to love, and a few new ones too. Quick paced and action packed, readers will not be able to put the book down as the book moves swiftly. So much quick wit and humour, along with heart, the perfect combination of funny and sweet. Perfect for fans of the Pages & Co series and the Harry Potter series. In order to read this particular book, I read the first two in the series, and now it is one of my favourite series - brilliant. Well written, relatable, humorous characters, magical, twisting story. While it is aimed at primary students, any age can read this - will be recommending to many people!

Themes: Fantasy, Magic, Mystery, Adventure, Humour, Secrets, Books.

Melanie Pages