New Releases by Philip Reeve

The heroic Adventuremice have been summoned by an inventor mouse. Millie''s Uncle Bernie has built a rocket, and he wants the brave and clever Adventuremice to fly it. Boom. Pedro and his friends blast off into outer space, where they become the first mice on the moon. Or so they think.

Utterly Dark promised the sea she would return. And when she does, she learns the ocean is hiding more secrets than she could have ever imagined. About herself, about her past, about the possibility of travelling through time . . .Another stunning novel from the unique imagination of master storyteller Philip Reeve, about nature, magic, friendship and found family.

Max and his roly-poly flying pony Kevin enter the exclusive Magical Pony Club Steeplechase, where they will have to compete against a group of snooty unicorns and their super-snooty owners. During the race, they uncover a secret plan to steal the precious Periwinkle Cup and have to step in to stop this from happening.

La Storia ci insegna proprio questo: che la vita va avanti, anche se i singoli individui muoiono e intere civiltà vengono distrutte; che le cose più semplici durano, ripetute in eterno dalle nuove generazioni. Sono passati sei mesi dalle vicende raccontate in Congegni infernali e Londra è ormai il fantasma della città che era un tempo. Wren sta iniziando a godersi la sua nuova vita da aviatrice, e non può nemmeno lontanamente immaginare che il padre Tom, che soffre ancora terribilmente per la mancanza di Hester, la stia tenendo all''oscuro di un''informazione molto importante che lo riguarda. Quando entrambi, per portare a termine una missione, fanno ritorno a Londra, scoprono che in quel che rimane della città predatrice si nasconde un segreto che potrebbe finalmente porre termine alla guerra. Ma cercare di portarlo alla luce, nel poco tempo che hanno a disposizione, potrebbe mettere a rischio le loro vite. Nel frattempo, molto lontano da lì, a loro insaputa, Hester è costretta a fronteggiare un nemico potente che, se non verrà fermato per tempo, potrebbe usare l''arma di cui è in possesso per distruggere l''umanità intera...

After receiving a mysterious coded message, Zen Starling abandons his life of luxury and, with the help of sentient trains, goes in search of android Nova, who plans to reawaken the Railmaker.

Tretia časť fenomenálnej fantasy série Smrteľné stroje! Motory povesťami opradeného mesta Anchorage sa zastavili v nekonečnom tichu Mŕtveho kontinentu, kde sa kedysi rozkladala prosperujúca veľmoc menom Amerika. Tom Natsworthy a Hester Shawová si po dobrodružstvách vo vzduchu, pod hladinou i na rozheganých palubách mobilných miest užívajú zaslúžené chvíle šťastia a pokoja na pevnej zemi. Ich dcéra Wren však dňom i nocou sníva o vlastných dobrodružstvách. Jej chvíľa nastane, keď sa na brehu mesta vynorí záhadný pirát so žiadosťou o pomoc s hľadaním vzácneho artefaktu. Wren chytí príležitosť za pačesy – netuší však, že tým len rozdúcha nový plameň v neutíchajúcom konflikte, ktorý by mohol nadobro spáliť celý svet na popol.

In time for the film debut, the critically acclaimed MORTAL ENGINES quartet is brought to life in a comprehensive, full-colour illustrated guide to the world Philip Reeve has created across 15 years and 8 books.

"Mortal Engines – Jagd durchs Eis" ist der zweite Teil von Philip Reeves epischer Fantasyserie um die fahrenden Städte. Vor zwei Jahren hat sich London selbst zerstört. Tom und Hester leben seitdem an Bord ihres Luftschiffs Jenny Haniver und bereisen die Welt als Händler und Abenteurer. Als in Airhaven ein Passagier ihre Dienste in Anspruch nehmen will, überlegen sie deshalb nicht lange. Zumal es sich um Nimrod Pennyroyal handelt, den größten Forschungsreisenden der Welt. Was könnte da schon schiefgehen? Wie sich herausstellt, so einiges: Denn schon bald werden sie von Kampfschiffen des Grünen Sturms verfolgt und angegriffen. Als sie manövrierunfähig in die Eisöde hinaustreiben, werden sie von Anchorage gerettet, einer Stadt, die auch schon bessere Tage gesehen hat. Und wie sie bald feststellen müssen, geht dort längst nicht alles mit rechten Dingen zu ... Für Leser von Philip Pullman oder J. R. R. Tolkien und Fans von Peter Jackson. "Mortal Engines - Jagd durchs Eis" ist der zweite Band des "Mortal Engines"-Quartetts Band 1: Mortal Engines – Krieg der Städte Band 3: Mortal Engines – Der Grüne Sturm Band 4: Mortal Engines – Die verlorene Stadt

Vol. 2 : Depuis qu''ils ont fui Londres en cendres, Tom et Hester voyagent a bord du Jenny Haniver. Traqué, le jeune couple se réfugie à Anchorage, une ville dévastée, hantée par les fantômes et les secrets. [payot.ch]

With superb world building, gripping action, and ruthless political intrigue, Black Light Express delivers a breathtaking adventure into the darkest depths of space and is sure to please sci-fi fans and foes alike. At the edge of the Great Network, a small-time thief and an android girl ride aboard a sentient train. They hurtle toward the unknown, ready to see what lies beyond the end of the universe. But Zen Starling and Nova leave behind worlds on the brink of chaos. Old rulers are dead, and now young Threnody Noon sits precariously on the throne. Unrest spreads like a virus, a rival corporate family grows hungry for power, and the once tranquil Empire seems bound for railwar and ruin. Watching everything are the Guardians--the mysterious god-like AIs to whom people of the Network offer their prayers and praises. But even gods have secrets. Secrets the so-called benevolent deities would do anything to keep hidden deep within the farthest reaches of existence. Return to the exciting sci-fi world of Philip Reeve in this sequel to Railhead, which received three starred reviews and was praised by Publishers Weekly as a thrilling and imaginative escapade.

Mortal Engines launched Philip Reeve''s brilliantly imagined creation, the world of the Traction Era, where mobile cities fight for survival in a post-apocalyptic future. The first instalment introduces young apprentice Tom Natsworthy and the murderous Hester Shaw, flung from the fast-moving city of London into heart-stopping adventures in the wastelands of the Great Hunting Ground.

Segunda entrega de la tetralogía «Mortal Engines», una trepidante y original historia llena de misterio, con una ambientación única en un mundo futurista y postapocalíptico. Las novelas en las que se basa la superproducción cinematográfica de Peter Jackson. En un mundo que se está quedando sin recursos, la ingente ciudad de Londres intenta sobrevivir como puede. Tom y Hester están en un vertedero helado esperando a la muerte tras un fallo en los motores de la Jenny Haniver. Pero, en el último momento, los dos darán con Anchorage, una ciudad de hielo que habría sucumbido tiempo atrás. El oro del depredador es la segunda parte de una saga de cuatro novelas fantásticas escritas por Philip Reeve y que forma parte de la tetralogía «Mortal Engines». La historia se sitúa en un mundo postapocalíptico donde las ciudades de la Tierra deambulan por el mundo sobre ruedas gigantescas, arrasando las unas con las otras, y en el que los recursos cada vez son más escasos. El protagonista de la novela es Tom Natsworthy, un huérfano londinense de 15 años del Gremio de Historiadores, que tratará de revelar un misterio que podría cambiar el orden del mundo. Reseña: «Al leer las novelas, supimos que serían películas geniales. ¡No puedo esperar a verlas!» Peter Jackson

While dealing with people from their past and treachery from unexpected sources, Tom, Hester, and Wren return to save the world.

The Great Network is an ancient web of routes and gates, where sentient trains can take you anywhere in the galaxy in the blink of an eye. Zen Starling is a nobody. A petty thief from the filthy streets of Thunder City who aimlessly rides the rails of the Network. So when the mysterious stranger Raven offers Zen a chance to escape the squalor of the city and live the rest of his days in luxury, Zen can''t believe his luck. All he has to do is steal one small box from the Emperor''s train with the help of Nova, an android girl. But the Great Network is a hazardous mess of twists and turns, and that little box just might bring everything in this galaxy Ü and the next Ü to the end of the line. The highly anticipated novel from Carnegie-medal-winning author Philip Reeve, Railhead is a fast, immersive, and heart-pounding ride perfect for any sci-fi fan. Step aboard Ü the universe is waiting.

With a little luck and a pack of pugs, anything is paws-ible! When True Winter comes, it’s time for the Great Northern Race! The best sled teams in the world must reach a mysterious man called the Snowfather. He will grant one wish to the winners. Young racers Sika and Shen want to win more than anything. But they don’t have big sled dogs—all they have is sixty-six yappy, yippy puppy pugs. Can this unlikely team make their dreams come true? For early chapter book readers who are ready for something longer, the Not-So-Impossible Tales are packed with humor, action, and color illustrations on almost every page. A New York Public Library Best Book for Kids, 2016 "A madcap, magical blend of fluff and other good stuff."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

A thrilling adventure from award-winning master storyteller Philip Reeve! Ansel''s new master slays dragons for a living. He says he''s hunted the monstrous worms all over Christendom-and he has the scars to prove it! But is Brock just a clever trickster in shining armor? Ansel is sure there is no such things as dragons. So what is the man-eating creature that lives in the crags of Dragon Mountain? As he and Brock climb the perilous ice-face to its lair, Ansel is about to discover the horrifying truth. A heart-pounding new fantasy with a brilliant twist from Philip Reeve, one of the world''s greatest writers.

Get ready for moving islands! Mischievous monkeys! And a splashy adventure with illustrations on almost every page. When Oliver’s explorer parents go missing, he sets sail to find them with some new friends. There’s a grumpy albatross, a nearsighted mermaid . . . even a living island! But the high seas are more exciting and strange than Oliver could have imagined. Can he and his crew spar with sarcastic seaweed, outrun an army of sea monkeys, win a fabulous maritime fashion contest, and defeat a wicked sea captain in time to save Mom and Dad? For early chapter book readers who are ready for something longer, the Not-So-Impossible Tales are packed with silly humor, action, and larger-than-life fun. “[A] sly and dashing tale. . . Readers’ ribs aren’t the only ones that get a vigorous tickle.” —Kirkus Reviews “A delightfully told, beautiful tale of nautical hairdressing, saltwater primates and sarcastic seaweed—this is my kind of book!” —Chris Riddell, award-winning co-creator of the Edge Chronicles From the Hardcover edition.

Another fantastically exciting novel set in a land of magic from the award-winning Philip Reeve. The heroes of GOBLINS continue their adventures outside the walls of Clovenstone castle. Awaiting Skarper and Henwyn are powerful dark forces that must be vanquished, monstrous creatures to be fought, and astonishing mysteries to be solved.

Arthur (Art) Mumby and his irritating sister Myrtle live with their father in the huge and rambling house, Larklight, travelling through space on a remote orbit far beyond the Moon. One ordinary sort of morning they receive a correspondence informing them that a gentleman is on his way to visit, a Mr Webster. Visitors to Larklight are rare if not unique, and a frenzy of preparation ensues. But it is entirely the wrong sort of preparation, as they discover when their guest arrives, and a Dreadful and Terrifying (and Marvellous) adventure begins. It takes them to the furthest reaches of Known Space, where they must battle the evil First Ones in a desperate attempt to save each other - and the Universe. Recounted through the eyes of Art himself, Larklight is sumptuously designed and illustrated throughout.

Another fantastically exciting novel set in a land of magic from the award-winning Philip Reeve. The heroes of GOBLINS continue their adventures outside the walls of Clovenstone castle. Awaiting Skarper and Henwyn are powerful dark forces that must be vanquished, monstrous creatures to be fought, and astonishing mysteries to be solved.

Mortal Engines is now a major motion picture produced by Peter Jackson! * "Reeve''s [Mortal Engines] remains a landmark of visionary imagination." -- School Library Journal, starred review"A breathtaking work of imagination, Hester Shaw is a heroine for the ages. The moment we finished reading [Mortal Engines] we knew we wanted to make it into a movie." -- Producer Peter JacksonPhilip Reeve''s epic city-eat-city adventure series continues with Mortal Engines Book 2: Predator''s Gold.With the great Traction City of London completely destroyed, Tom Natsworthy and Hester Shaw travel across the world, trading with other airships and adventuring on the exciting and exotic routes of the Bird Roads. When their little scrapyard aircraft is pursued by rocket-firing gunships, the ice city of Anchorage offers them sanctuary. But as Tom and Hester soon discover, it is no safe refuge. Devastated by plague in recent years and haunted by ghosts and madness, Anchorage is headed for the Dead Continent of North America. It''s a perilous course, one that will take them directly into a firestorm of danger and conflict.Mortal Engines is now a major motion picture produced by Peter Jackson!

The (review!) stars are shining for Philip Reeve''s galactic adventure.

Gwyna is just a small girl when she is bound in service to Myrddin the bard - a traveller and spinner of tales. Without Gwyna, Myrddin will not be able to work the most glorious transformation of all - and turn the leader of a raggle-taggle war-band into King Arthur, the greatest hero of all time.

In a faraway corner of a ruined world, a mysterious boy is building a flying machine. Birds help him, and so does a beautiful, brilliant, half-human engineer called Fever Crumb. But powerful enemies stalk them - either to possess their revolutionary invention, or to destroy the secrets of flight forever.

The stunning prequel to Philip Reeve''s brilliant science fantasy quartet MORTAL ENGINES. London is a riot-torn, ruinous town, clinging to a devastated landscape and hiding an explosive secret. Is Fever, adopted daughter of Dr Crumb, the strange key that will unlock its dangerous mysteries?

Londres, autrefois l''une des plus grandes locomopoles, n''est plus qu''une épave radioactive, hantée par les espoirs brisés de ses anciens habitants. Et vingt ans après sa fuite précipitée, Tom fait une incroyable découverte dans les décombres de la vieille cité ! Mais avec sa fille Wren, ils ne sont pas les seuls à s''intéresser Londres : les armées des locomopoles approchent...

Reports of a strange phenomenon at the fringe of the galaxy and its connection to one of Father''s old friends send the entire Mumby family, accompanied by Jack and other friends, to a far-off planet where they must find a way to prevent a new invasion ofthe solar system by giant moths.

In the distant future, when cities move about and consume smaller towns, Tom and Hester hope that the ice city of Anchorage will reach the rumored haven of the Dead Continent--America--before the savage Hunstmen of Arkangel find them.