The Boy with the Lightning Feet (Magical Children) - Softcover

Sally Gardner is an award-winning novelist from London. Her books have been translated into 22 languages and have sold more than 1 million copies in the UK. Sally continues to be an avid spokesperson for dyslexia awareness, working to change the way it is perceived by society. She was recently awarded the CARNEGIE MEDAL and the COSTA BOOK AWARD. Visit her website at http://www.sallygardner.net, and follow her on Twitter at https://twitter.com/TheSallyGardner and Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SallyGardner.Author

'This entertaining story is a modern fable on how lots of love and a bit of determination can change the most unpromising situations. In a short volume the author has created a host of well-rounded and appealing characters both young and old.' -- Rosemary Woodman * SCHOOL LIBRARIAN * This entertaining story is a modern fable on how lots of love and a bit of determination can change the most unpromising situations. In a short volume the author has created a host of well-rounded and appealing characters both young and old. * SCHOOL LIBRARIAN * A fun and original story with easy-to-read print and line illustrations. * FAMILY INTEREST * I will certainly be adding books from this series to my collection for new readers in this age group. * Annabel Gibb, BOOKS FOR KEEPS * A lovely story of how some dreams come true. * Dina Rabinovitch, THE GUARDIAN * Gardner's timely, touching tale, told in clear, warm prose, has all the satisfaction of a good fairystory. * Amanda Craig, THE TIMES *