The Alchymist's Cat (Deptford Histories, The)

The Alchymist's Cat (Deptford Histories, The)

by RobinJarvis (Author)

Synopsis

The first story in the gripping Deptford Histories trilogy. It is the winter of 1664 and young Will Godwin, an alchymist's assistant, chances upon a mother cat and her three new-born kittens in a London churchyard. Taking pity on the freezing family, Will carries them back to his master's apothecary shop. And there, among the bubbling bottles and evil-smelling jars in Dr. Spittle's laboratory, unfolds an extraordinary tale of sorcery, disease, villainy and murder.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 384
Publisher: Hodder Children's Books
Published: 01 Nov 2007

ISBN 10: 034095048X
ISBN 13: 9780340950487

Media Reviews
'A tremendous story.' -- Carousel 'This wonderful trilogy set in London is breathtaking, original and action-packed.' -- South West Mag 'Jarvis is a great writer, in command of his intricate plotting.' -- Scottish Sunday Herald 'Jarvis is a real story teller ...' -- Carousel PRAISE FOR FLEABEE'S FORTUNE: 'This books begins a new Deptford series for younger children featuring the same brilliantly imagined and realised subterranean world. Scray and exciting, this book will grip readers from the very first page.' -- Teaching and Learning 'Bursting with action, danger, gruesome detail and some very narrow escapes these are real mouse eye views of our world from a prolific storyteller who excels at anthropomorphic tales such as this one.' -- Riveting Reads: Boys into books 11-14, Department for Education and Skills '... a strong teen read ... a welcome reprint' -- John Lloyd, The Bookbag 'Breathtaking, original and action-packed' -- Writeaway
Author Bio
Robin Jarvis studied graphic design in Newcastle and then worked in television and advertising making model monsters and puppets. He has been a full-time writer and illustrator for some time, and has a large following among children and adults. Robin's books are consistent best-sellers and he has won several awards for his work. The Dark Portal was runner-up for the Smarties Prize in 1989.