by Mary Hoffman (Author)
The sequel to the international bestseller "City of Masks". The time period is the same - C16 Talia as a parallel world version of Italy - but the setting has moved from Bellezza (Venice) to Remora (Siena). The main character in this book is Georgia - who has a love of horses. She is desperate to buy a little, dusty winged horse that has appeared in a local antique shop. This tiny, winged horse will prove to be the talisman (as the notebook was for Lucien in "City of Masks") that will transport Georgia to Siena - right into the rivalries and the high-octane excitement of the hugely competitive Stellata horse race - and more. Mary Hoffman has proved herself a mistress of a narrative tour-de-force with "City of Masks" and this sequel will not disappoint. 'If you enjoyed "Stravaganza: City of Masks" then you will love returning to Talia in this exciting sequel. Featuring a flying horse, a fast and furious horse race, kidnapping and much intrigue, this is a great adventure.' - Grainne Cooney, Bookseller Teenage Reading Choice.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 464
Edition: paperback / softback
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published: 21 Jun 2004
ISBN 10: 0747565007
ISBN 13: 9780747565000
Children’s book age: 12+ Years
Book Overview: Over 85,000 copies sold in hardback pre-publication for CITY OF MASKS; also sold in 9 different languages pre-publication Fantastic website to entice readers - www.stravaganza.co.uk Amazing jacket design Shortlisted for the WH Smith teenage award.