I read Inkbound after being completely hypnotised by the beautiful cover art and drawn in by the captivating line: “Metty’s fate is to become a murderer.” As someone who loves a good fictional murder, I knew straight away this was going to be a book for me.

I had my eye on Starminster for a while after seeing its beautiful front cover, and I’m so glad I finally got my hands on it. Without a doubt, it’s one of the best books I’ve read this year and easily makes my top 5!

The title of this book caught my eye, and I knew straight away that it would be packed full of rebellion, danger and adventure – and I was not disappointed!

When I saw that Struan Murray was releasing a brand-new book, I just knew I had to preorder it straight away. Then I found out it was about dragons—and suddenly waiting for it felt impossible! And when I finally saw the cover, I knew it would be sitting proudly at the front of my classroom for a long, long time.Dragonborn takes you to the wild and wonderful world of Skralla, a place full of strange creatures, powerful dragons, and brave young heroes. The story follows a group of bold friends as they face the reality of living alongside humans. As Alex tries to discover her true form, she begins to uncover ancient secrets and soon realises that she may be the key to Skralla’s future.This book is an exciting rollercoaster of love, bravery, and self-discovery. From the very first page, I was hooked—just like with all of Struan Murray’s stories. I especially love how tiny clues at the beginning of the book suddenly become super important later on - I’m almost tempted to read it again just to look out for more!As always, Murray’s writing is incredibly powerful, making you feel like you really are in Skralla—running wild with the characters, setting things on fire and living in caves filled with treasure. I adored the fierce and fearless characters and found myself dreaming of their wild, rule-breaking world.One of my favourite elements was the hilarious and clever entries from Pups’ memoirs that pop up throughout the book. They add a sprinkle of humour in between the action-packed and dramatic moments, making it a fun and fast-paced read.If you love dragons, adventure, or books like the Skandar series, Dragonborn is a must-read. It would make a brilliant class novel and is sure to get kids excited about reading—and totally hooked on Struan Murray’s magical stories!

Greenwild is a wonderfully magical adventure that swept me away into a rich, green world full of nature and imagination. It’s one of those stories that feels really unique with a mix of our real-world beauty and a bundle of magical, fictional plants and creatures that felt so alive, I had to keep Google nearby just to picture them all properly!

If you loved the first Whisperwicks book, you’ll be thrilled to know that Impossible Trials is just as magical—maybe even more! I preordered it the moment I could because I couldn’t wait to dive back into the twisting, turning roads of Wreathenwold. And guess what? Jordan Lees didn’t disappoint!

Nevermoor is a fun, magical, and adventurous story that is perfect for confident readers who love fantasy.

I was lucky enough to receive an early copy of Joni Jones and the Ghost Train from the author, P.D. Leyshon—and I’m so glad I did! This book has absolutely everything a spooky adventure needs: ghosts, zombies, pirates, creepy settings, and loads of suspense. If you like your stories exciting, a bit scary, and packed full of twists, then this is the book for you.

I bought Murder! By Narwhal! Based on the glowing reviews that I read online and because murder mysteries are something that I love but don’t read enough of. Although it took me a few chapters to get into the flow of things, I was soon gripped and fully committed to solving the mystery myself before the end of the book! 

Natasha Farrant has done it again with The Children of Castle Rock, delivering another breathtaking adventure filled with secrets, rebellion, and high-stakes adventures.

If you love stories full of adventure, friendship, and a little bit of mystery, Ghostlines by Katya Balen is the perfect book for you! I wasn’t sure what to expect when I picked it up, but thestunning cover and glowing recommendations convinced me to give it a try—and I’m so glad I did. This book made me laugh, kept me hooked, and even made me cry!

This is another captivating by book by Hannah Gold that combines adventure with environmental issues and conservation.