The Toymaker

By Jeremy de Quidt

Book Overview

From the moment that the circus boy, Mathias, takes a small roll of paper from the dying conjurer, his fate is sealed. For on it is the key to a terrifying secret, and Mathias is drawn into a... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 038575180X
• ISBN13: 9780385751803
• Release Date: August 2010
• Publisher: David Fickling Books
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 1.3" x 6.1"
• Age Range: 10 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 5 and higher

Customer Reviews

I Was Left Stunned & Very Pleased

Though this book is very short (~350 pages and large print, lots of white space), and is over quickly (I finished it in less than an afternoon - most average sized books take me a day to read). The size or length doesn't matter though, this tale is exciting, gripping, and has you wanting to turn the page before you're even done reading the current one. I couldn't put it down, I loved the characters, all of them. Mystery abounds - with shadowy villains around every corner, interesting plot twists and no annoying deus ex machinations. Even that doesn't cover just how excellent a read this book was, it was such a pleasure - and when I finished I just coulnd't believe I had read a story that was written so well and so interesting by an author that I've never even heard of. If you like adventure novels, or fantasy (I wouldn't call it science fiction myself) novels, or just action/mystery novels - this makes for a great afternoon (or night!) I should note, that I'm an adult and never felt like I was reading a children's story. Its [very] enjoyable for all ages.

excellent reading

I've just received the book yesterday and began my reading. Just after reading the prologue I knew this is the book I always wanted to read!! And the illustrations from Gary Blythe are gorgeous! I Recommend this book for all automata Enthusiasts and those interested in excellent reading!