Halcyon Island
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Cover Story
Our cover this issue was created from the endpapers of the Blue Book and the Yellow Book of Hob Stories to be published by Walker Books later this year. Hob made his first appearance last year in the Red and Green Books of Stories about him by William Mayne. Patrick Benson who did the illustrations has just won the Mother Goose Award. For more details see Ed's Page (opposite) and the report of the Mother Goose Award (page 10). We are most grateful to Walker Books for help in using these illustrations.
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Send to friendIt was interesting to read this book alongside Seal Secret for their plots have much in common, particularly in the plight of a frustrated only child left to his own devices in the holidays. Unfortunately it is only the plot that presents similarities. There is something too cosy about the progress of Ken from non-swimmer to proficient swimmer and conoeist. As a reader I found myself constantly hoping for action that never materialised. Young testers were equally disappointed. An easy quick read for those around ten but nothing solid.
