What a gorgeous story. Perfect for anyone with a love of folk tales or fairy tales, this is the book I'd have chosen to read as a child. The job of a heartseer is a challenging one and you feel empathy for Anise as she goes on a journey to protect the thing she loves most of all. I can see this becoming a modern-day classic and I'll certainly be buying a copy for myself to enjoy over and over again.

A lovely fantasy adventure, this is about grief, love and folklore and belief vs progress and inventions.

These are similar themes to Gorse, which I recently reviewed, but for children. Is there something about Autumn bringing these themes about?

Heartwarming and cosy in places, but with plenty of jeopardy throughout, this will keep young readers interested throughout.