Winner of the Dymocks and QBD Children's Book of the Year 2018 and a New York Times bestseller, Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow is the first in an enchanting series for fantasy fans of all ages
Morrigan Crow is cursed. Born on an unlucky day, she is blamed for all local misfortunes, from hailstorms to heart attacks - and, worst of all, the curse means that Morrigan is doomed to die at midnight on Eventide. But as Morrigan awaits her fate, a strange and remarkable man named Jupiter North appears. Chased by black-smoke hounds and shadowy hunters on horseback, he whisks her away into the safety of a secret, magical city called Nevermoor. It's there that Morrigan discovers Jupiter has chosen her to contend for a place in the city's most prestigious organisation: the Wundrous Society. In order to join, she must compete in four difficult and dangerous trials against hundreds of other children, each boasting an extraordinary talent that sets them apart. Except for Morrigan, who doesn't seem to have any special talent at all. To stay in the safety of Nevermoor for good, Morrigan will need to find a way to pass the tests - or she'll have to leave the city to confront her deadly fate.
REVIEW: This is another book that has been in my TBR pile for a long time and with the upcoming release of the 3rd installment I thought now was as good a time as ever to start this series. This cursed little girl, Morrigan, will capture your heart no matter what age you are. Her character is so pure hearted and vulnerable, no matter what sassiness ,ay come out of her mouth. Regardless of her doomed fate she tries her best to just keep moving forward even though everyone around her seems to be afraid. When she meets her champion in Jupiter her life only gets more chaotic and upside-down but in a most enchanting and magical way. This book is full of adventure and mystery and mystical creatures and fun and friendship. I absolutely loved everything about this book and I am currently re-reading it to my 2nd grade twins who are so far completely enthralled with this strange little girl. This is another 5 star read for me! September is turning out to be a great month for all the books!
Publication date: October 10, 2017