My last review was for How to Steal Time by Christopher Edge - a thrilling puzzle-based adventure exploring quantum computing, artificial intelligence and the power of human consciousness. Moral dilemmas about what we could do if we knew the future leave readers thinking. https://scopeforimagination.co.uk/2026/05/03/how-to-steal-the-future-by-christopher-edge/ The Time Engine by Lindsay Galvin is a great companion text… Continue reading The Time Engine by Lindsay Galvin
Books by Christopher Edge always jump to the top of my reading pile and How to Steal the Future was no exception. As soon as I saw it, I knew it would be a gripping adventure full of the unexpected. As I read, my mind kept going over possible twists and alternative realities for which… Continue reading How to Steal the Future by Christopher Edge
Undercover Angel: Grounded is a joyful, high-energy sequel to Undercover Angel: Crash Landing by Lisa J. Allen. After completely messing up her first assignment in the human realm, trainee angel Phoebe is stuck on probation… on Earth… as an 11-year-old. Not exactly what she had in mind. Worse still, she’s banned from using her powers… Continue reading Undercover Angel: Grounded by Lisa J. Allen ~ Blog Tour
June 2026 Race against the clock through the heart of London with the Tom, Leesha and Finn in Questers Academy: The Box of Locks - the first in what promises to be a fantastic new middle grade series. Completely captivating, this fast-paced mystery is steeped in history and magic. Full of intriguing objects, engaging characters… Continue reading Questers Academy: The Box of Locks by Sam Hay
June 2026 The Ocean and the Bones is an outstanding and completely one of a kind middle grade novel exploring the Neolithic Era through a compelling story of community, climate change and tradition. Author Genevieve Carver's passion for prehistory and her extensive knowledge of the time period brings depth and intrigue that had me thinking… Continue reading The Ocean and the Bones by Genevieve Carver
September 2026 Deliciously delightful and absolutely engaging, Cinnamon Crumb, Baking Detective: The Great Cake Caper is the first book in a wonderful new illustrated series for readers age 8+. Harry Woodgate has created a scrumptious world for readers to get lost in with a brilliant heroine bursting with personality. Addressing the audience directly, Cinnamon Crumb… Continue reading Cinnamon Crumb, Baking Detective: The Great Cake Caper by Harry Woodgate
June 2026 The Children of Wolf Rock is an absolutely wonderful companion novel to Natasha Farrant's The Children of Castle Rock. The stunning mountains of western Scotland are key characters in this compelling story centring on the belief that natural beauty has the power to change lives. Wild and rugged, the mountains bring challenge, opportunity… Continue reading The Children of Wolf Rock by Natasha Farrant
Tom Palmer, master of historical fiction for children, is back with another stunning story of real people facing the challenge and terror of war. If the Invader Comes takes readers to 1940s Cornwall. The threat of Nazi invasion looms over Britain as survivors return from the defeat at Dunkirk. Everyone is on high alert and… Continue reading If the Invader Comes (Allies series: Book One) by Tom Palmer
March 2026 A Clock Strikes Murder is the exciting sequel to Twice Upon a Time. Together, they make up a captivating fantasy mystery series for older middle grade readers who love to be kept guessing until the very end of the story. This is an ideal holiday read for Easter or summer when there's time… Continue reading A Clock Strikes Murder by Michelle Harrison
This hilarious, historical diary-style who-dunnit is perfect for fans of Horrible Histories. Readers are welcomed into the world of a young Will Shakespeare who dreams of becoming the greatest "PERSON WHO SOLVES CRIMES IN THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD". The trouble is, he comes from a dull family in a dull town and has nothing… Continue reading Will Shakespeare Mysteries: The Stinky Stolen Toenails by Kaz Penney & illustrated by Sammy Elgie ~ Blog Tour
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