Foxheart - by Claire Legrand (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

"A heart-pounding
adventure."--Publishers Weekly (starred
review)

Orphan. Thief. Witch.
A classic
fantasy-adventure reminiscent of Howl's
Moving Castle from New
York Times-bestselling author Claire Legrand.
Twelve-year-old
Quicksilver lives as a thief in the sleepy town of Willow-on-the-River. Her
only companions are her faithful dog and partner in crime, Fox--and Sly Boots,
the shy boy who lets her live in his attic when it's too cold to sleep on the
rooftops. It's a lonesome life, but Quicksilver is used to being alone. When
you are alone, no one can hurt you. No one can abandon you.
Then one day Quicksilver
discovers that she can perform magic. Real magic. The kind
that isn't supposed to exist anymore. Magic is forbidden, but Quicksilver
nevertheless wants to learn more. With real magic, she could become the
greatest thief who ever lived. She could maybe even find her parents. What she
does find, however, is much more complicated and surprising. . . .
Acclaimed
author Claire Legrand's stunning and original novel explores the danger of lies
and the power of truth, the strength found in friendship, and the value of
loving and being loved . . . even if it means risking your heart. Full of
magic, adventure, and an original and compelling cast of characters, Foxheart will
appeal to fans of Neil Gaiman and Diana Wynne Jones.

Review Quotes

PRAISE FOR CLAIRE LEGRAND: THE CAVENDISH HOME FOR BOYS AND GIRLS: "A heartwarming friendship tale-played out amid carpets of chittering insects, torture both corporal and psychological, the odd bit of cannibalism and like ghoulish delights.... A thoroughgoing ickfest, elevated by vulnerable but resilient young characters and capped by a righteously ominous closing twist." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
"Insidiously creepy, searingly sinister, and spine-tinglingly fun, this book also presents a powerful message about friendship and the value of individuality." - School Library Journal
"Charming and creepy... An enormously fun-and shivery-read." - Sarah Prineas, author of The Magic Thief
THE YEAR OF SHADOWS: "Legrand has created a horror-tinged tale of triumph over loss and the destructive nature of hopelessness, that is full of well-rounded characters, a spooky gothic mood, and eerie glimpses into the past lives of the ghosts." - ALA Booklist
"Claire Legrand's fantastically spooky The Year of Shadows will keep you turning its pages well into the night, even though the floorboards are creaking and funny shapes lurk in the corner of your eye." - Anne Ursu, author of Breadcrumbs
"Heart-pounding adventure, a commitment to remaining true to oneself, and deft storytelling distinguish Legrand's epic action-fantasy. ...Legrand digs deeply into the need for (and power inherent in) connection and the friendships forged by shared adversity." - Publishers Weekly (starred review)
"Legrand fills her story with magic, danger, and suspense, and places two fiery female protagonists at its helm. ...Give to readers looking to go on a fantastic adventure." - Booklist
"Snappy dialogue and creative fantasy elements-bloodthirsty unicorns, a dragon who collects teapots and is scared of ghosts-will delight seasoned fantasy readers, while the power of friendship between Girl and Fox gives the story depth." - The Horn Book
"The beating heart of the story...is the bond between Quicksilver and Fox...Those touched by the girl/wolf story in Rundell's The Wolf Wilder will be drawn to the theme and find a similarly strange but successful mix of wit, pathos, and action here." - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books