The Storm and the Minotaur

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Pub Date 3 Aug 2023 | Archive Date 22 Jul 2023

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Description

When young George becomes trapped in the mine where he works with his father, can a figure from the shadows lead him to safety ...?

Lucy Strange interweaves the Industrial Revolution with Greek mythology in this gripping and atmospheric tale, featuring artwork from acclaimed illustrator Pam Smy.

Money is scarce in George’s family and so at the age of nine he has to join his father underground, hewing coal in the local mine. It’s far from the dreams George had of continuing his education, and it’s also a dangerous way to earn a living that has already claimed the life of his dad’s older brother.

Not long after he starts work, a summer storm leads to flooding in the mine. Trapped down in the dark, George spots a shadowy figure that seems to be telling George to follow him.

Can a ghost from the past lead him back to safety, or will George meet the same fate as his long-lost uncle?

Suitable for ages 9+ / Edited to a reading age of 8

When young George becomes trapped in the mine where he works with his father, can a figure from the shadows lead him to safety ...?

Lucy Strange interweaves the Industrial Revolution with Greek...


A Note From the Publisher

Barrington Stoke publishes top-quality short novels by the UK's best writers. Our books are hi-lo (high interest, low ability), meaning the content is appropriate to the age of the reader but the text is edited to suit a lower reading age. This ensures that our books are accessible to all - as a quick engaging win for confident readers and a satisfying achievement for those who have to work harder. For more information on our books, please visit our website: https://www.barringtonstoke.co.uk/

Barrington Stoke publishes top-quality short novels by the UK's best writers. Our books are hi-lo (high interest, low ability), meaning the content is appropriate to the age of the reader but...


Advance Praise

"Superb, an eerie weaving of history and mythology, in the hollow, haunted world of not-so-long-ago." -- Hilary McKay

"Superb, an eerie weaving of history and mythology, in the hollow, haunted world of not-so-long-ago." -- Hilary McKay


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ISBN 9781800902473
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