Chronicles of Whetherwhy: The Age of Enchantment: Signed edition

By Anna James, Illustrated by David Wyatt

First in a brand-new fantasy series from acclaimed author Anna James, filled with seasonal magic and irresistible adventure

‘Crackling with enchanting magic’ Kieran Larwood, author of The Legend of Podkin One-Ear

‘As marvellously immersive as Narnia’ Catherine Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper’s Island

‘A tale brimming with magic and mystery!’ Tamzin Merchant, author of The Hatmakers

In Whetherwhy, everyone has magic inside them – grown from the changing seasons of spring, summer, autumn and winter. But a rare few are Enchanters: people born with magic in their bones, who can wield all four seasons of magic.

When Juniper discovers she is an Enchanter, she is invited to study at Thistledown Academy. Unwilling to be left behind, her twin brother, Rafferty, follows her to the capital city of Stormgrove and takes up an apprenticeship at a bookbindery.

As Juniper learns to wield enchantment, Rafferty becomes involved with a mysterious secret society that meets after dark. Monsters are creeping out of the shadows and dangers lurk in unexpected places. Amid night markets and magic lessons, the twins realise there is more to enchantment than they ever imagined – and the adventure that follows brings their paths together again in ways they could never have expected …

Author: Anna James
Format: Hardback
Ageband: 9 to 12
Release Date: 12 Sep 2024
Pages: 384
ISBN: 978-0-00-872886-1
Detailed Edition: Signed edition
Anna James is the acclaimed author of the Pages and Co. series. As a journalist, she writes for a variety of newspapers and magazines, and chairs events at bookshops and literary festivals across the UK. She lives in London, in a flat full of books. This is the first book in the Chronicles of Whetherwhy series.@acaseforbooks

”'Crackling with enchanting magic” - Kieran Larwood, author of The Legend of Podkin One-Ear

”'An irresistibly magical new world as marvellously immersive as Narnia and sure to enchant readers of all ages!” - Catherine Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper’s Island

”'Anna James has created an absolutely enchanting world in Whetherwhy, in a tale brimming with magic and mystery! Her brilliant magical system sings out an exuberant celebration of the power of nature and the magic in all of us” - Tamzin Merchant, author of The Hatmakers

”'I adored this entrancing book, full of gorgeous seasonal magic and loveable characters. With writing as rich, warm and delicious as hot chocolate, The Age of Enchantment is sure to gain a legion of devoted fans - it's an utter delight” - Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn

”'As cosy as a cup of hot cocoa. The world Anna James has created is whimsical and warm, but filled with enough danger and intrigue to keep young readers turning the pages long after lights-out. I loved the scrumptious food, the heartwarming characters and the seasonal setting - a potent, magical blend!” - Skye McKenna, author of Hedgewitch

”'Brimming with cosy charm, Chronicles of Whetherwhy is a wonderful tale of magic, friendship and bravery that will enchant readers for years to come. An instant classic” - Laura Noakes, author of Cosima Unfortunate Steals a Star

”'Wonderfully warm and bursting with magic, Chronicles of Whetherwhy had me hooked from the very first page. The world is beautifully imagined, cosy, exciting and full of delicious descriptions, with a season-based magic system that’s utterly enchanting. I wanted it to never end” - Philippa Leathley, author of Inkbound