What a wonderful, spellbinding and touching middle grade story this is! I loved the world building and the way all of the strands of the story knit together in unexpected ways. With a strong yet un preachy message about the joy to be found in nature and our responsibility to protect it, I engaged with this story so much and felt drawn in to this magical world beyond Kew Gardens (which is a magical place in itself).

This was a great read. Really captivating and exciting. The story grabs hold quickly and keeps you wanting to know what's going to happen next.
I did feel a little like it took too long to get to the point of the story, but it was worth it, and in the end, it didn't really bother me that the lead up was a bit longer, as the main story is so good.
The characters are really good, each with their own little quirks.
The world created is interesting and magical.
I liked the set up for the sequel at the end, and i think i'll have to keep an eye out for it being published too, as I have to know what happens next!

LOVED this from start to finish and already I cannot wait for a second book! The theme of nature running through this book makes this stand out from other middle grade fantasy stories out there and just gives this a wonderful big eco-friendly tick! The settings and the world building of Greenwild were stunning, and I want my very own larder tree! The action was cleverly thought out and paced throughout, with lots of twists and turns to add suspense and confusion over who exactly is the 'spy'! And what a way to finish!!
Daisy is a wonderful main character who follows her heart and I just loved her. Perfect for middle grade and everyone else too. This could be as huge as Harry Potter. LOVED, LOVED, LOVED!

**Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and author for the opportunity to read an advanced e-copy of this book. All opinions are my own **

Although this book is pitched at middle grade readers, the story was equally loved and enjoyed by the whole family (6 - 72). It is great to have a book that we could all read together and everyone getting something meaningful from the story. Waiting for the next installment already.

This was sublime, it was such an imaginative, magical and beautiful story. I loved Daisy, Greenwild, the mystery, everything. I loved the idea of magical botanists and explorers. Huge thanks to the publisher for the gorgeous ARC.

What a gem of a book! This reminded me of all of the reasons I love reading books from this genre. What if all of the imaginary creatures you've ever read about were actually real?
From the very beginning, you will find yourself wondering, along with Daisy, did I see that or did I imagine it? You are immediately filled with the sense that things and possibly people are not as they first appear to be. The amazing illustrations perfectly complement the vivid descriptions and will leave you wanting to know the answers.
If I could have a super power, green magic is definitely the one I'd want to have.
I do hope there will be a sequel!

I can't tell you how much I LOVED this book. It's SO unique. Green Wild stole my breath for it's clever twisty plot, unique setting and huge finale. Even better, the writing sparkled with magic. I'm already desperate for the sequel.

What a cracker of a book, absolutely perfect for MG readers with exciting characters, imaginative lands and a fast paced storyline. I really hope this will become a series as I cannot see kids being happy with just reading one, we all want more!!

Take a pinch of Eva Ibbotson, mix it with a sprinkling of J. K. Rowling, a dash of Enid Blyton and a healthy dose of Jessica Townsend - what do you get? You get Greenwild, the first book in Pari Thomson’s eco-fantasy series.

To put it simply, this book is superb. The world-building is exceptional: Thomson’s creations leap off the page and are so evocative that one can see, hear and smell every sight, sound and scent of the Greenwild. Daisy is the perfect protagonist - she’s likeable, children will identify with her and she possesses the qualities and attributes of a true hero.

My favourite series as a child was The Magic Faraway Tree and, for me, reading the Greenwild was like returning to the Enchanted Woods, but with the added bonus of a more gripping storyline. I also loved the theme of environmental awareness, which provides the backbone to each and every element of this story.

It’s a truly remarkable book, which is sure to win an army of fans. I very much look forward to seeing how the series progresses and adding Greenwild to my classroom bookshelf. Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC, which I very much enjoyed.

Everything they say about this book is true! A spectacular debut. A mesmerising eco-mystery filled with twists and turns and infused with green magic. Loved every second. TAKE ME BACK TO THIS WORLD!

What a fabulous read for all ages. Daisy is the young heroine of this fantasy for kids which in my mind is a real contender for the gap left by Harry Potter, The authors writing just sucks you into a magical world and on the ride of a lifetime.
Set in a parallel world entered via Kew Gardens, where animals and nature combine to create magic and magical plants abound. Daisy is likeable and empathetic, brought up by her slightly unconventional Mum, she has travelled the world with her whilst she works as an investigative journalist. But this one last time she insists Daisy can't go with her and leves her in a boarding school which Daisy hates.
When her Mum is reported missing, Daisy embarks on a quest to track her down and, accompanied by her sassy little kitten whom she names Napoleon, she enters a magical and thrilling world for an amazing adventure.
I can't wait to read the next book in the series, especially as this one ends on a sudden cliffhanger.

There's a lot of talk about this upcoming series and no wonder! Greenwild: The World Behind The Door is superb. Aimed at a middle grade audience, it is a portal fantasy which focusses on 'green magic', with echoes of the secret garden.

Daisy has spent her life travelling from place to place and living in her mother's shadow. But when her mother embarks on a trip alone and doesn't return, Daisy's world is upended. Escaping boarding school, she follows the only clue she has and discovers the door to Greenwild.

Taking refuge in this magical world, awestruck Daisy begins to make friends who agree to help her in her quest to find her mother. For she is not the only one missing and it soon becomes clear that the Greenwild and the world beyond is under deadly threat and everyone has something to lose.

Rich and imaginative with enthralling descriptions, this is a story that reaches out with it's magical tendrils, takes root in your heart and mind and pulls you in to a fully immersive adventure. From tropical glasshouses to larder trees to a sighing forest to carnivous plants, each chapter is a jungle of discovery and delight. There's safety in the arms of Artemis and deadly danger in the form of Craven. Mixed with a menagerie of friends and animals, a moonlight market and dangerous missions, it made me feel I was curled up in the safe branches of an oak tree one minute and facing a poison-tipped arrow on the next.

The ecological themes are clear to see throughout the novel: the destructive impact humans have on the planet, the urgency needed to turn things around and the grief of what we have already lost. Yet, through the world of Greenwild, Pari Thomson celebrates the wonder and beauty of the natural world and, through the magical elements of the story and the amazing descriptions, brings a fresh sense of awe, hope and possibility.

Daisy is a great main character; uprooted, uncertain but driven by the love for her mother. Her peer group are fun and endearing and her burgeoning friendship with Hal reminded me very much of Colin and Mary in the secret garden. There were moments when I wondered how the plot was all going to fit together but, rest assured, the end brings twist and twist, proving that nothing has gone unplotted.

As a reader and a lover of fantasy, there is nothing more exciting that being introduced to a new world and this is something truly special. The illustrations by Elisa Paginelli bring an extra spark of joy and I highly recommend this to competent middle-grade readers, teenagers and adults alike.

In the same vein as the likes of Hannah Gold, this book encapsulates the stunning art of old school storytelling that will captivate you whether you're 8, 38 or 88!

In the words of my 8 year old daughter who absolutely adored this book:


-- I loved this book because I loved the adventure and how well paced this book was. My favourite character was The Prof because when others weren't always thinking logically, she would jump in and make their plans work. I loved the nature in the book and it was really easy to imagine the world as the characters saw it. This was a really really really really good book. 5 stars, everyone should read it.--

High praise and she has already re-read it!