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The Wind Singer: Part one of the Wind on Fire trilogy

by William Nicholson

Interest age: 11+
Reading age: 11+

Published by Farshore, 2008

  • Adventure
  • Classics
  • Coming-of-age
  • Fantasy

About this book

This is a stunningly original fantasy, set in the mythical city of Aramanth, where every hosehold is judged solely on its members' ability to perform in examinations. Only one family has the strength to rebel, fighting the system, and, in doing so, risks all.

Leaving their parents and baby sibling behind, Bowman and his sister, Kestrel, embark on a dangerous journey in search of secrets which will make the 'wind singer' sing once again, thus restoring normality to their world.

Their epic quest is depicted with a perfect balance of drama, tenderness and a touch of humour.

About the author

William Nicholson was for many years a television producer, making documentary films. This lead to writing television plays (Shadowlands, Life Story, Sweet as You Are, The March), and then stage plays (Shadowlands, Map of the Heart, Katherine Howard, The Retreat from Moscow) and films (Shadowlands, Sarafina, Nell, First Knight, Gladiator). He is married with three children.

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