Book details
The Storm Maker
Description
Madeline and Rufus Breeze come from a long line of fantabulous fanmakers - they've been keeping people cool in style for centuries. And their eccentric inventor father has stubbornly continued the tradition . . . even though their village has been covered in snow for several years. Now the Breeze family is so in debt, local tyrant Bartholomew Tullock is threatening to take their home. Then a smooth-tongued stranger and his blue-haired dog arrive in town with a solution to the Breezes' problem. Soon determined Madeline and her father are off on a death-defying journey to sell their breathtaking and breeze-making fans to the residents of the one nearby city that is (strangely) still hot. If only they didn't have to face a mini-cyclone, stolen fans, enemy spies, eclectic elements and desert dunes hotter than an oven to get there . . . And in their absence it's up to Rufus to keep his mother and their house safe from greedy Tullock and his nightmarish skeletal sidekick, Scratskin. Hair-raising and harebrained, and with equally over-the-top illustrations by award-winning illustrator, David Roberts!
Age
7-9
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
320 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging Plot: 'The Storm Maker' by Alex Williams offers readers an exciting and suspenseful narrative that keeps them hooked from the first page to the last. The twists and turns within the story provide a thrilling reading experience.
- Unique World-Building: The author creates a rich and imaginative world that is both captivating and original. Readers who enjoy diving into new and unique settings will find 'The Storm Maker' particularly appealing.
- Dynamic Characters: The book features a cast of well-developed characters, each with their own motivations, strengths, and weaknesses. This character depth allows readers to form connections and become invested in their journeys.
- Thought-Provoking Themes: Alex Williams weaves important themes throughout the narrative, such as the power of nature, human resilience, and the ethical implications of controlling the weather. These themes encourage readers to reflect on their own views and the world around them.