…a daring, deftly handled, use of myth as a metaphor for psychological struggle. Both the story of Daniel’s relationship with his family, and his fight against his own state of mind, told against a background of archetypal myths, will strike chords of recognition with young readers.
Carousel – Ambergate
…superb, with unexpected twists of fortune and wonderful atmosphere conveyed in writing of real distinction. …Not just a page-turner, but a potential classic.
School Librarian
Patricia Elliott has researched the period well. Fast paced…exciting.
Amy, Year 8, Book Angel – The Devil in the Corner
A brilliant book.
Armadillo – The Ice Boy
A remarkable first novel…here is a writer whom you can trust.
Carousel – The Ice Boy
A stirring adventure story, with lots to grip the imagination and set the mind thinking.
Glasgow Herald – The Ice Boy
Elliott is one of the Fidler Award’s worthiest winners. This atmospheric debut novel is heavy on Kleenex.
Mizz magazine reader review – The Ice Boy
I’ve just read this book, which is sooo good…I couldn’t put it down.
The School Librarian – Nightwalker
Patricia Elliott’s writing is extraordinarily atmospheric.
The Guardian – Ambergate
This is a beautiful, compelling novel.
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