Joshua Cross (PAPERBACK)
UK £4.99,Canada $12.00,
UK Publication June 2003
ISBN 9781840464665
Paperback
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It is only when a monstrous centaur appears from nowhere to chase him along the Thames Embankment that Joshua Cross becomes aware of his destiny.
Swept back in time to Ancient Greece, Josh begins an epic journey that will lead him to the very depths of the Underworld. But before he can return home, Josh must face the man who destroyed his father and who wants to kill him alone.
Acclaim for Joshua Cross:
"A brilliantly fast paced adventure story but also a skilful and vivid recreation of Ancient Greece: landscape, heroes (real and mythical), way of life, beliefs, even early philosophy are all brought to life. What's more, rather than interrupting the flow of the narrative they positively move the plot along. Terrific!"
Andrea Reece, former children's marketing director, Hodder & Stoughton
Primary School Book of the Week
Guardian
"Greek mythology as you have never known it: powerfully integrated within the weft and warp of this fast-moving adventure story."
Lindsey Fraser, Guardian
"Engaging and well-researched."
Times Educational Supplement
"Mythology for the Playstation generation"
Armadillo
"Gallops through Ancient Greece causing a lot of fun." School Librarian
"An exciting, fast-paced story [that] cleverly combines magic,ancient Greek legends, science and philosophy."
Richard Young, Cambridgeshire Libraries
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Diane Redmond has written over 150 books for children, including various successful series for 8 - 12 year olds. Credits also include Bob the Builder, Fireman Sam, The Tweenies, an adaptation of Watership Down and many other children's favourites. She has researched Ancient Greece extensively and her adaptation of Homer's Odyssey and a book of Greek Myths have been published by Penguin.
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