Skellig - Reviews - Books for 9-12 Years

Title: Skellig
Author: David Almond

When a move to a new house coincides with his baby sister's illness, Michael's world seems suddenly lonely and uncertain.

Then, one Sunday afternoon, he stumbles into the old, ramshackle garage of his new home, and finds something magical. A strange creature - part owl, part angel, a being who needs Michael's help if he is to survive. With his new friend Mina, Michael nourishes Skellig back to health, while his baby sister languishes in the hospital.

But Skellig is far more than he at first appears, and as he helps Michael breathe life into his tiny sister, Michael's world changes for ever . . .

ISBN: 978-0-340-94495-0 | 176 Pages
Size: 130x178

Paperback £5.99

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"At times the difference between choosing a book that details fantasy or reality is difficult. This exciting story of adolescent awareness and their developing into those formidable teen years reflected great admiration to endure life`s constant change. The innocent characters protrayed in Skellig were an inspiration that the simplest of achievements is understanding, exploring, and visualizing with an open mind. I loved reading this book to my 8 year old and seeing her grasping concepts of the story before they were even clear. Hope to read more of this author in the future. "
Rodney J. Avery

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