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The Chronicles of Chrestomanci, Volume 1: Charmed Life/The Lives of Christopher Chant (Chronicles of Chrestomanci) (Paperback)
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all these other countries) Usually dispatched within 48 hours | |Short Description for The Chronicles of Chrestomanci, Volume 1Four of Diana Wynne Jones's classic fantasy novels about an enchanter with nine lives titled Chrestomanci are now available in beautiful omnibus volumes that each contain two books each. Volume One includes "The Lives of Christopher Chant" and "Charmed Life", while Volume Two contains "The Magicians of Caprona" and "Witch Week".
Full description- Publisher: HarperTrophy
- Published: 09 January 2001
- Format: Paperback 608 pages
- See: Full bibliographic data
- Categories: Science Fiction
- ISBN 13: 9780064472685 ISBN 10: 006447268X
- Sales rank: 7,366
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A story of magic through the ages
This story is about two orphaned siblings; Cat and Gwen. While Cat is extremely shy, Gwen is a recognized and powerful young witch. She gets herself brought to live in the castle of Chrestomanci, the most powerful magician, but things don't go according to her plan. A war of wills begins with magic used in every corner. Cat is afraid of his sister but when he gets a new sister, the fun really begins because Gwen has intentions to come back - with powerful and dangerous allies. This is the sequel to 'The charmed lives of Chirstopher Chant' but is an immensely enjoyable independent read.
The book is funny, dramatic, fast paced with a subtle sense of humour running throughout it. It deals with magic in childhood and how extraordinary circumstances can bring out the best in all of us. The magic is explained as easily as simple science. The author shows amazing insights into the thoughts of children and how they fare in difficult circumstances. A beautiful and well written book. by Nadia Hussain
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