The Wonderling
Mira Bartok
In this extraordinary debut novel, Mira Bartók tells the story of Arthur, a shy, fox-like groundling who sets out on a quest to find his destiny.
Welcome to the Home for Wayward and Misbegotten Creatures, an institution run by evil Miss Carbunkle, a cunning villainess who believes her terrified young groundlings exist only to serve and suffer. For the Wonderling, an innocent-hearted, fox-like eleven-year-old known only as number 13, it is the only home he has ever known. But when unexpected courage leads him to rescue a young bird groundling named Trinket, the Wonderling is given two incredible gifts: a real name – Arthur, like the good king in the old stories – and a best friend. Using Trinket’s ingenious invention, the pair escape over the wall and embark on an adventure that will take them out into the wider world and down the path of Arthur’s true destiny.
Reviews
Great book and I love the character descriptions because it truly expresses their personalities, which are very different!
Senorita Cilla Mittens 20.12.2023
So enchanting!
Dona Honeycomb Desperado 06.11.2020
Such a heart-warming book! I would totally recommend it for its story line and language choice.
Anonymous 18.08.2020
Fabulous book! A very origional world design and intruiging story.
Anonymous 04.08.2020
it is a wonderful story about a fox who is in a orphanage where many mismatched creatures live in .You might be wondering what is the thing that makes the orphanage his home? He has one ear missing!
Anonymous 07.07.2020
Just as it says on the cover full of hope and heart. I loved Arthur’s daring bird friend trinket. Thank you Mira bartok!
General Panther Skateboard 30.05.2020
A really good book filled with suspense. Contains no violence. Recommended 8+
Captain Daisy Dangerous 03.09.2018
What a heartfelt story! I loved it so much I can’t really put it into words! Arthur was such an amazing character with fantastic friends! Wonderful story to read!
Anonymous 27.07.2018
