Silver City

Milo, transformed into a luminous silver child, keeps watch over the teeming city of Coldharbour, now filled with children from all over the world.We meet Tanni and Parminder, who lead the frightening Unearthers, children who are virtually human drills. But who is controlling them Why are they draining Thomas of his beauty Where is the Roar And what is the significance of the mud dolls that Jenny makes In an intense and page-turning story, the destinies of these magical children now unfold as they battle to stop the Roar from engulfing the planet. Reviews'The characters grab your attention and the strange entitiy that threatens them is full of malevolence... children everywhere will be waiting for more!' Leicester Library Services for Education 'McNish's suspenseful, fast-paced novel immerses readers in an inventive world featuring distinctly drawn characters and a graceful blending of realism and occasionally spooky fantasy.' Booklist 'Haunting imagery, vivid depictions of the limits of humanity, and a startling, innovative plot all make this a memorable contribution to the canon of speculative fantasy.' The Horn Book Guide