Little Gems – Blue John
Berlie Doherty, Alexandria Neonakis
A spell-binding tale of magic and mysticism for young readers that explores the wonder of nature, from award-winning Berlie Doherty.
The Queen of Darkness lives deep underground beneath a mountain with her child, Blue John, a boy she made from the blue of the glacier and the hot yellow light of the sun. Blue John is forbidden to leave his mother’s side, but the lure of the light above is too strong. When a singing, dancing girl comes to the caves, Blue John must make a choice between darkness and light. A heart-warming story that embraces the beauty and colours of the natural world. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.Reviews
he is made from ice and fire
Coach Boadicea Bertrand 18.08.2025
The little girl was really kind even if Blue John still wasn’t there.
Lady Kangaroo Porridge-Oats 26.01.2025
What a story! I enjoyed reading this book out loud.
Senorita Boadicea Sequins 18.01.2025
This was a brilliant book, but the ending made me sad.
Inspector Arthur Sequins 28.08.2023
Loved this book! It made me think about caves and crystals
Count Viktor Anteater 02.09.2022
I think this book said to me that you shouldn't leave someone you love. I rate this book 6-9. It has light and dark. don't judge a book by it's cover.
Judge Honeycomb Pipistrel 17.08.2022
this is an amazing book and i recommend you to read this . this is an nonfiction book about an evil queen who makes a boy out of sun and moon crystal and he will die if he goes into sunlight .it interested me because all of the words and the metaphors gathered up in my mind creating an imaginary picture. i liked the girl with braids cause she was so cute. what happens next is shocking.
Senorita Esmerelda Yo-yo 17.08.2022
The story was enjoyable some parts were a bit scary and sad. My favourite character is blue john. The book could have been longer but it was really good to read.
Professor Slide Nuggets 09.07.2022
I liked the book because the mother was very creative and I liked that all she wanted was company. I liked that the girl got to take home part of him.
Lady Angel Jamboree 18.09.2021
the queen of darkness lives in the shadow of the mountains mam tor with her child blue john is forbidden to leave his mothers side but when a singing-dancing girl comes to the cave blue john must make a choice between darkness and light
Anonymous 20.07.2020
This was an amazing book, I read it in school and now have my own copy! I read it all the time.
Duchess Hopscotch Spinner 02.12.2019
It is interesting
Anonymous 29.08.2017
This book was great! Blue John was created by the queen of darkness. If he came out of the cave he would melt and be gone forever! I recommend this book to 5-8.
Anonymous 21.08.2017
