Marnie Midnight and the Moon Mystery is the first book in a gorgeous new series for readers age 7+. With beautifully appealing illustrations, red sprayed edges and incredibly delightful characters, there is no question Marnie and her friends are going to be a huge hit!
Marnie is a spirited little moth. Only just transformed from a caterpillar, everything is new and exciting. Most of all, she gets to attend “big school” – the Minibeast Academy. There she’ll learn all about other minibeasts, how to stay safe from nightime predators and all the things good moths do. She meets so many great friends and learns important lessons like “never compare a bee to a wasp” (Is that a bit like never asking a Canadian if they’re American??)
What Marnie doesn’t expect is to be forbidden to mention the moon. Marnie loves the moon. She dreams of finding out the truth about moon magic and following in the footsteps of her hero, the great moonologist – Lunora Wingheart. Before she went missing, Lunora told the insect world there was a Book of Moon Spells left by ancient moths. She set out on a quest to find it but, tragically, never came back.
Marnie won’t let anyone stand in her way. She asks all the questions and speaks her mind. She’s always up for adventure and stays true to herself, even when others tell her she’s wrong. When Marnie and her friends discover the moon might be in danger, they are determined to save it!
This charming little moth is destined to become a hero herself. Readers will fall in love with her spark and courage. Laura Ellen Anderson knows just what children adore and creates characters that will stay with them as they grow up. The combination of charming, very readable language and such a gorgeous, unique illustration style makes these books absolutely one-of-a-kind and so special.
Thank you to Farshore and Liz Scott for a copy of this wonderful book!
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