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The Ice Monster

The Ice Monster

Published in
2018
4.21
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Description

From No. 1 bestselling children’s author, David Walliams, comes 'The Ice Monster,' a story about Elsie, a ten-year-old orphan living in Victorian London. When Elsie hears about the discovery of a woolly mammoth at the North Pole, she sets out on an adventure to learn more. With illustrations by Tony Ross, this thrilling journey from London to the Arctic offers humor and excitement, showcasing why Walliams is often dubbed 'the heir to Roald Dahl.'
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
368 pages
Book in series
#15

Why to read

  • Entertaining and humorous narrative
  • Vivid portrayal of Victorian London
  • Engaging characters and their relationships
  • Incorporates historical elements with a fantastical twist