Description

Mrs Owl had a knack for finding the perfect book for every customer, before they even realised what it was they were looking for.

What do you do when your best friend moves away? Clara takes comfort in her favourite place: Mrs Owl’s bookshop. Surrounded by books that spring to life, a rhyming cat and mounds of cinnamon buns, Clara never feels alone.

But someone is determined to close the bookshop down. Now it’s up to Clara and her new friends to save it.

Publisher Review

'A lovely mixture of friends and family and more than a touch of magic.' * Kirkus * 'This is the kind of book that you get really hooked into and can't put down... I am 11 years old and actually don't like reading that much, but I really enjoyed this book.' * Loretta, aged 11 * '10 out of 10! It's funny and has a great plot.' * Sylvie, aged 8 * 'What's not to love when there's a rhyming cat, a talking mirror, and an ageless bookstore owner?' * Catholic Library World * 'This is a delightful story of best friends, new friends and a magical book shop... It has all the elements of a perfect story. Well developed characters, funny moments, endearing moments and times when it all looked sad. I love a happy ending though so was pleased the sadness was short-lived.' * Erin H., Librarian * '[A] really fun tale of two young girls trying to preserve their friendship.' * Catherine H., NetGalley reviewer * 'Such a cute and magical middle grade story. Loved it.' * NetGalley Reviewer * 'A feel-good mixture of a read that leaves you wanting more.' * Stiftung Lesen * 'The Magical Bookshop is an appealing summer story for readers who are growing in confidence... This is primarily a story about friendship but there is lots of adventure, mystery and fun... Clara is an engaging narrator and reaches out to the reader from the first sentence, drawing them into her world and it certainly is an enticing one. This bookshop is sure to delight.' -- School Librarian 'Frixe's world is imaginative and inviting, and, despite Clara's real struggles, the setting always feels supportive and snug... There are important tidbits of wisdom about love and loss tucked in among the whimsy. This sparkling tale is a booklover's dream and young readers will long to visit the magical bookshop at its heart.' -- Booklist