Uncover the enchanting secrets of King's Cross station in this captivating 25th anniversary edition of Eva Ibbotson's beloved classic, The Secret of Platform 13.
Hidden beneath the hustle and bustle of Platform 13 lies a magical door that appears once every nine years, leading to a wondrous island. When the portal opens, four extraordinary figures - a wizard, an ogre, a fey, and a young hag - embark on a quest to London to rescue their kingdom's prince, stolen as an infant nine years prior.
But the prince, now a spoiled rich boy named Raymond Trottle, has no understanding of magic and fiercely resists being saved. In this beautifully illustrated special edition, join a delightful cast of characters as they navigate a world where the ordinary and the enchanted collide.
The Secret of Platform 13 is a spellbinding adventure from award-winning author Eva Ibbotson, whose works include Journey to the River Sea. This anniversary edition features stunning artwork by Beatriz Castro, breathing new life into a timeless tale. For more magic, discover Sibéal Pounder's captivating sequel, Beyond Platform 13, based on Ibbotson's unforgettable characters.
'This kind of fun will never fail to delight.' - Philip Pullman
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Eva Ibbotson, illustrated by Beatriz Castro
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Rediscover the magical secrets at King's Cross station in a 25th anniversary illustrated edition of Eva Ibbotson's classic, The Secret of Platform 13.
Under Platform 13 at King's Cross Station there is a secret door that leads to a magical island . . .
It appears only once every nine years. And when it opens, four mysterious figures step into the streets of London. A wizard, an ogre, a fey and a young hag have come to find the prince of their kingdom, stolen as a baby nine years before.
But the prince has become a horrible rich boy called Raymond Trottle, who doesn't understand magic and is determined not to be rescued.
The Secret of Platform 13 is an exciting magical adventure from Eva Ibbotson, the award-winning author of Journey to the River Sea, in a special edition illustrated by Beatriz Castro. Discover more of the magical world with Sibéal Pounder's exciting adventure sequel, Beyond Platform 13, based on characters from Eva's original.
'This kind of fun will never fail to delight' Philip Pullman