Guardian of the Gryphons

by Rebekah Lipp, Craig Phillips (Illustrations)

When tragedy strikes, Eva is forced to make a tough decision and fast! The choice she makes changes everything, throwing Eva and her brother into a strange world called Lyra. Among the incredible things they encounter there is a walking tree, dandelion fairies, pine-cone people and huge lion-birds.



In this new world, Eva's courage is repeatedly put to the test. When a frightening figure from her past arrives, she faces losing everything. Will she be able to find a way to save not only herself, but also her brother, their friends and the new life they have created for themselves?



Guardian of the Gryphons is the first book in the League of Wildlings series. In these books, children from around the world join together to unlock their special gifts in order to protect their own homes and the mystical world of Lyra.




Recommended age: 6-10 years

*For children transitioning from picture books to chapter books or a quick and easy read over a couple of nights for adults reading to little ones. This chapter book has over twelve illustrations throughout.




Paperback - 120 pages

Size - 198mm x 129mm

120 pages, Paperback

Published October 15, 2020

Reviews

[Craig Phillips]

I might be biased (because I illustrated it :) but I love this story, and so does my daughter. It is simple and inviting enough for young children to easily access the narrative and become lost in the pure magic and adventure. When I first read the manuscript, the tone of the writing reminded me very much of Enid Blyton's The Magic Faraway Tree, which was a title I read to my children over and over at bedtimes when they were little.

I have drawn quite a lot of chapter books over the years, but this one is certainly one of my favourites.

Guardian of the Gryphons has been receiving wonderful feedback from young readers and delighted parents, and I can't wait to find out what happens in the next book (and draw it :) )

[Annie]

Stereotypical and just slightly more than one-dimensional characters and ok writing makes this an ok read.
Nearly all the humans are villainous or incompetent - all unbelievable. The handling of the notification of the children's parents' deaths is laughable.

[Alexandra Russ]

My 9 year old daughter devoured this book! She can’t wait for the next in the series. She’s only finding her confidence in independent reading, but this felt like the first chapter book that she stuck with and finished independently - very exciting!

[Laura]

A beautiful story for children looking for a fun introduction to chapter books. Full of magic and adventure.

[Kathleen]

I read this book to my son, who loved it!
It encouraged his imagination and gave him a sense of adventure. He cannot wait for the next books in the series.