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Biographical note
Geraldine McCaughrean was born and educated in Enfield, North London, the youngest daughter of a fireman and a teacher. She trained as a teacher, worked for ten years in publishing, and in 1988 became a full-time writer. Since then Geraldine has written over 130 books and plays for both adults and children and has won every major children's book prize."It snatches you up from the first chapter . . . beautiful and compulsive."
Sunday Times
"Gripping stuff."
Ian Hislop, Sunday Telegraph
"A marvellous soaring story that gives you a glimpse into another world."
Guardian
"A masterpiece of storytelling."
The Times
"Packed with action and intrigue, this is an exhilarating new novel from an author who never disappoints."
Times Educational Supplement
"If you are looking for something to engage KS2 on the theme of Ancient China, this gripping action-packed novel is for you."
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