Summary
The enthralling sequel to The Apothecary, Maile Meloy’s first book for young readers. Illustrated by Ian Schoenherr
Two years have passed since Janie Scott last saw Benjamin Burrows, the mysterious apothecary’s son who stole her heart. She’s thrown herself into an ambitious chemistry project and, when it vanishes, she suspects the rich and powerful Magnusson of stealing it. And she knows she needs help to fight him.
On the other side of the world, Benjamin and the apo…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781922147141 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1922147141 |
| Author: | Maile Meloy |
| Publisher: | Text Publishing |
| Imprint: | The Text Publishing Company |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 368 |
| Release Date: | 22 May 2013 |
| Weight: | 418g |
| Dimensions: | 37mm x 199mm x 131mm |
| Series: | The Apothecary Novels |
| Audience Age: | 10-16 |
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Critics Review
‘This cleverly plotted “le Carre for kids” adventure is driven by a memorable, quick-witted protagonist.’
‘Set in 1954, this sequel to The Apothecary features the same fun, fast-moving formula as the first book, with charming characters and exciting intrigue mixed with a handful of magic.’ * Publishers Weekly US *
‘Maile Meloy breaks new ground with The Apothecary, which can only be described as a magical historical, adventure, fantasy, science-fiction novel.’ * Weekend Press on The Apothecary *
‘Enchants from the beginning.’ * Canberra Times on The Apothecary *
‘This cleverly plotted “le Carre for kids” adventure is driven by a memorable, quick-witted protagonist.’ * Saturday Age on The Apothecary *
‘Maile Meloy writes with sensitivity from the mind and heart of a 14-year-old girl. Janie’s voice is dry, smart, funny, practical, and good company.’ * LA Times on The Apothecary *
About The Author
Maile Meloy
Maile Meloy is the award-winning author of the short story collections Both Ways Is the Only Way I Want It and Half in Love and the novels Liars and Saints and A Family Daughter. The Apprentices is her second novel for young readers. The Apothecary was published in 2011.
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