This lovely debut novel by rockband singer Colin Meloy is quite charming, with stunning illustrations by the singer's wife, artist Carson Ellis. While babysitting her brother one ordinary day, Prue McKeel watches helplessly while a murder of crows lifts him into the air and carries him away to the nearby Impassable Wilderness. No-one's ever gone into the ' I.W.' but Prue knows it's her only hope of getting her brother back. With the help of her friend Curtis, Prue finds herself in secret world of talking animals, warring creatures, bird kingdoms, brave rebels, dark forces and unique Wilderness politics. Believing herself to be merely a reluctant tourist, Prue turns out to be intrinsically tied to this land and its destiny. Can Prue and Curtis find baby Mac, survive the impending war in Wildwood, and make it back to their ordinary lives? With its beautiful illustrations and original fantasy plot, this book is definitely a modern classic.
Caitlin @ Balwyn Library
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