A Jewel in the Sands of Time

Description

Following the hugely popular debut in Clive Mantle's incredible adventure series, we re-join Freddie and best friend, Connor, as feisty new neighbour, Ruby, threatens to disrupt the boy's plans. Thanks to Uncle Patrick's mysterious map, Freddie is about to embark on another incredible adventure through time, except this time he's not alone! An exhilarating, page-turning series that encompasses history, action and adventure in equal measure. AGES: 8 plus AUTHOR: Clive Mantle is a well-loved British actor, with roles as varied as Thomas the Tank Engine voice overs, to the formidable Greatjon Umber in HBO's Game of Thrones! Clive Mantle now turns his talent to writing - and what a talent it is! SELLING POINTS: . Captivating narrative encourages a love of reading for pleasure . Exciting, fact-based plotlines stimulate and encourage historical interest

Star of both stage and screen for over 40 years, Clive Mantle is perhaps best known for playing Little John in Robin of Sherwood, Great Jon Umber in Game of Thrones and Mike Barratt in Casualty. He has voiced over 180 audio books, and voiced animated characters including Gator in Thomas the Tank Engine. Angela Hewitt is one of those rare adults who has kept her vivid, childlike imagination, and this is reflected in her illustrations. Largely self-taught in illustration, she has been drawing since a young age, and with the support of her mum eventually made art her dream career. She loves a good book shop and can spend hours browsing the shelves - children's books being her favourite!

In the sequel to The Treasure At The Top Of The World, Freddies' story explodes into an even more fast-paced, thrilling tale. This tightly-constructed book is a rocket-ride of adventure. The friendship between Freddie and Connor strengthens, and the addition of new friend Ruby adds a new dimension. Ruby is courageous and spontaneous. While both boys show concern for her impetuous nature, feeling that they must protect her, it is frequently Ruby that rescues them...but not in a showy, over-the-top way. Just as a matter of fact. The time-travel element is fascinating, of course. There is much that can be learned about history and the individuals that played their part in its making, with Ancient Egypt displayed to great effect. Dealing with issues of bullying, self-confidence and body image, this is a truly valuable read. And, as well as being educational and handling issues with sensitivity, this is a cracking tale. Book two in the Freddie Malone Adventures is even better than the first! Thrilling, intelligent and gripping! -- Mary Esther Judy * What Are you Reading *