Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow

Nevermoor, Book 1

De: Jessica Townsend

Narrado por: Gemma Whelan

A breathtaking, enchanting new series by debut Australian author Jessica Townsend, about a cursed girl who escapes death and finds herself in a magical world - but is then tested beyond her wildest imagination.

Morrigan Crow is cursed. Born on an unlucky day, she is blamed for all local misfortunes, from hailstorms to heart attacks - and, worst of all, the curse means that Morrigan is doomed to die at midnight on Eventide. But as Morrigan awaits her fate, a strange and remarkable man named Jupiter North appears. Chased by black-smoke hounds and shadowy hunters on horseback, he whisks her away into the safety of a secret, magical city called Nevermoor.

It's there that Morrigan discovers Jupiter has chosen her to contend for a place in the city's most prestigious organisation: the Wundrous Society. In order to join, she must compete in four difficult and dangerous trials against hundreds of other children, each boasting an extraordinary talent that sets them apart. Except for Morrigan, who doesn't seem to have any special talent at all.

To stay in the safety of Nevermoor for good, Morrigan will need to find a way to pass the tests - or she'll have to leave the city to confront her deadly fate.

©2017 Jessica Townsend (P)2017 Hachette Australia

Reseñas de la Crítica

"Nevermoor is Harry Potter meets Doctor Who, but with its own distinct and unique serving of magic. It's undeniably the best middle grade novel I've read all year." (Sarah Robinson-Hatch)

"It's charming, magical, mysterious, fun and wildly inventive. And between all the fantastical moments, and the blockbuster action scenes, is a sweet story about friendship and belonging. Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow is fiercely unique and one of the best children's books I've ever read." (Simon McDonald)

"There is so much to recommend this book, the combination of magic and humour, the wonderful activities of Nevermoor such as the delightful Christmas celebrations and the unique, amazing rooms at the Deucalion. The characters and scenes are vivid and very theatrical. Morrigan herself is a wonderful heroine, steadfast and brave while making witty comments about the goings on around her." (Jane Moore)

"Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow is the first book in a charmingly odd, breathtakingly adventurous and entirely magical new children's series. Debut author Jessica Townsend created a major stir at Frankfurt Book Fair last year and the industry hasn't stopped buzzing about her book since. I am certain it won't disappoint expectations, not least those of the children destined to meet Morrigan Crow. Morrigan is exactly the kind of heroine I love best. She's determined, inquisitive and has a knack for finding the humour in the worst of times. This last trait is extremely helpful, as she also happens to be a Cursed Child, making her responsible for all kinds of local misfortunes (her politician father resentfully foots the compensation bills while Morrigan writes endless apology letters). Oh, and it also means that she's fated to die at midnight on Eventide. Luckily for us readers, she forgoes this decidedly morbid event and is instead whisked away by an eccentric stranger, narrowly escaping a pack of terrifying, ravenous shadow hounds. Our eccentric stranger is the esteemed Jupiter North of the Wundrous Society. He offers Morrigan a home at the extraordinary Hotel Deucalion, which lies within the city of Nevermoor, and the opportunity to join the secret society from which he hails. To do this, Morrigan must pass a number of mysterious trials and avoid falling into the hands of the odious Inspector Flintlock, who's determined to exile her for not being a legal citizen. Discerning young readers will no doubt pick up on the connections this novel draws with our own world here. The magic of Nevermoor is shiveringly, thrillingly wonderful. Open its pages and discover a hotel room that changes to suit your personality, a large talking cat with exactly the right amount of cattitude, and children with awe-inspiring magical abilities. This novel is an absolute treat. For ages 9+." (Bronte Coates)

love love loved it!

What a great story! and wonderfully narrated. Best young fantasy since Harry Potter (yes really)

A Rollicking good Early Teen Adventure

I loved the life in all the characters and the story of a child fof whom self doubt is her greatest fear as she grows within herself understanding that tge greatest strength you have comes from within.

LOVED IT!

This is a delightful story in the mystical magical sense!
Jessica introduced us to some amazing you characters.
I thoroughly enjoyed the readers ability to change your voice to suit each character and totally bring it alive!
I am looking forward to listening to another one of Jessica's fabulous books!

Brill

A great story - I can just see the Harry Potter comparisons. Looking forward to book 7!