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A monstrously funny debut from the new star of middle-grade adventure.
THEY'RE COMING!
Legends (also known as terrifying, human-eating monsters) have invaded the town of Darkmouth and aim to conquer the world. But don't panic! The last remaining Legend Hunter - Finn - will protect us.
Finn: twelve-years-old, loves animals, not a natural fighter, but tries really, really hard, and we all know good intentions are the best weapons against a hungry Minotaur, right?
On second thoughts, panic. PANIC NOW!
THEY'RE COMING!
Legends (also known as terrifying, human-eating monsters) have invaded the town of Darkmouth and aim to conquer the world. But don't panic! The last remaining Legend Hunter - Finn - will protect us.
Finn: twelve-years-old, loves animals, not a natural fighter, but tries really, really hard, and we all know good intentions are the best weapons against a hungry Minotaur, right?
On second thoughts, panic. PANIC NOW!
Welche Ingredienzien zeichnen gute Fantasy für Kinder aus: Ein verkannter jugendlicher Held, der sich bewähren muss, ein besonderes Mädchen, das ihm hilft, die Welt zu retten, dazu eine Reihe von Nebenfiguren mit zwielichtigem Charakter. Ein Motiv aus der Mythologie und ein Schuss Humor sorgen für die literarische Würze. Das alles passt in dieser Geschichte um den Sohn des Legendenjägers, der als Nachfolger seines Vaters für die Sicherheit in Darkmouth sorgen muss, die durch mythologische Monster gefährdet ist. Aber er ist ein Versager und eignet sich augenscheinlich überhaupt nicht für den Job. Bis natürlich die Katastrophe ausbricht und gerade die Eigenständigkeit des Jungen alle rettet. Alle? Der Vater bleibt in der Monsterwelt, als Cliffhanger für Band zwei. (Ab 10 Jahre)
BUD
Shane Hegarty: Darkmouth. Der Legendenjäger. Band 1. Illustrationen von Moritz Schaaf. Aus dem Englischen von Bettina Münch. Oetinger 2015. 366 Seiten, 16,99 Euro.
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"Shane Hegarty explodes into the fantasy universe with Darkmouth. An incredible debut. Hilarious and exciting. Terrifying and heart-stopping. Everything a great fantasy series should be. The next big thing is here." Eoin Colfer, author of Artemis Fowl
"Hegarty writes surely, unpretentiously and amusingly, drawing up beguiling characters and constructing a plot which simply skips along. Great for primary school children studying myths and legends." The Times
"A cracking debut novel, packed with wonderful characters and imaginative gadgets, and the fast-paced action is underpinned with a dry wit. The first in the series should win an enthusiastic readership impatient for the next title." Daily Mail
"Hegarty understands the importance of humour for young readers. One of the great pleasures of being scared is the release of laughter that comes afterwards, and Darkmouth is peppered with sly, gentle wit." The Irish Times
"Believe the hype. The relationship between the young hero and his father is touching and real. There are touches of Ghostbusters, along with some Bond-like gadgets, plus a rather Dickensian setting (the mist-swirling town of Darkmouth). This fantasy adventure is a stunning debut." Sarah Webb
"A thrilling read, full of quiet wit." Emily Drabble, Guardian Children's Books
"Spine-chilling totally awesome page turner of a book." Charlotte, age 9 (Lovereading4kids)
"The perfect combination of comedy and adventure, which had me enthralled from the front cover to the final fight. A brilliant read!" Sam, age 11 (Lovereading4Kids)
"Hegarty writes surely, unpretentiously and amusingly, drawing up beguiling characters and constructing a plot which simply skips along. Great for primary school children studying myths and legends." The Times
"A cracking debut novel, packed with wonderful characters and imaginative gadgets, and the fast-paced action is underpinned with a dry wit. The first in the series should win an enthusiastic readership impatient for the next title." Daily Mail
"Hegarty understands the importance of humour for young readers. One of the great pleasures of being scared is the release of laughter that comes afterwards, and Darkmouth is peppered with sly, gentle wit." The Irish Times
"Believe the hype. The relationship between the young hero and his father is touching and real. There are touches of Ghostbusters, along with some Bond-like gadgets, plus a rather Dickensian setting (the mist-swirling town of Darkmouth). This fantasy adventure is a stunning debut." Sarah Webb
"A thrilling read, full of quiet wit." Emily Drabble, Guardian Children's Books
"Spine-chilling totally awesome page turner of a book." Charlotte, age 9 (Lovereading4kids)
"The perfect combination of comedy and adventure, which had me enthralled from the front cover to the final fight. A brilliant read!" Sam, age 11 (Lovereading4Kids)