There is lots of nudity in this book and a lots of blood-shed/violence. I found myself not caring at all what happened in the book and read it as fast as I could to get it over with. There is very little character development and no sympathy generated for the characters. Things happened simply because the author wanted them to. There is a lot of vagueness in this book and acceptance of things simply because the character "feels like she can trust him" or "Knows that's how it is" without any explanation as to why. The first thing you know, some boy is disappearing into some yellow mist because he's chasing after some girl he doesn't really have very much of an attachment to anyways. For some that works, but it kept the book very aloof to me. The book does start out fast but without any type of introductory beginning: no character introduction or anything. Browne attempts to follow those learn-how-to-write-books advice, for example start right out into the meat of the story and keep things moving fast. It is a difficult world to survive in.I knew from the get-go this book would not be very good. In this powerful and sweeping epic novel, survival depends on learning magical arts and respecting codes of behaviour that pre-date all modern life. Soon they will have to rely on strengths that neither of them knew they had as they battle both physical and magical enemies, not only to ensure their own safety, but also to try and help save the lives of the Combrogi who face the might and power of the Roman army. When Dan and Ursula become lost in a thick mist, they have no idea that once they step out of the other side they will find themselves in an England of thousands of years ago and embroiled in a civil war between ancient Britons and Romans. Shortlist announced for the 2023 Klaus Flugge Prize for the most exciting newcomer to children’s picture book illustration.50 fantastic new STEM books that celebrate Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths.Refugees - 40 children's books to raise awareness for Refugee Week 19-25 June.Celebrate Elmer Day on 27 May with David McKee's colourful and inclusive picture books.Great Children's Books to read with Dad this Father's Day!.10 Books for Children to Celebrate the Windrush Generation.30 Children's Books to Celebrate World Oceans Day.Children's Books that celebrate brilliant teachers for National Thank a Teacher Day!.The Week Junior Announces Shortlist for New Children's Book Awards.LGBTQI+ Children's Books celebrating Pride in London and Pride Month this June.Children's Books that feature Young Carers for Carers Week 2023.Create powerful poems to cheer your friends and family - Get Creative activities inspired by Sophie Cameron’s Away with Words.Back to the (Book of) the Future - the exciting re-issue of a much-loved classic.
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