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Charlie Bone and the Castle of Mirrors (The Children of the Red King, #4)

Jenny Nimmo
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Charlie Bone and the Castle of Mirrors (The Children of the Red King, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2005

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Jenny Nimmo

Charlie Bone and the Castle of Mirrors (The Children of the Red King, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

410

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Bloor's Academy, England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2005

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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Super Short Summary

In Jenny Nimmo's Charlie Bone and the Castle of Mirrors, Charlie Bone, a young boy with magical abilities, navigates challenges at Bloor's Academy. Discovering mysteries surrounding a hidden castle, Charlie and his friends confront new adversaries and uncover new secrets, all while striving to harness and understand their unusual powers.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

24,192 ratings

68%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Charlie Bone and the Castle of Mirrors by Jenny Nimmo intrigues readers with its imaginative plot and charming characters. The magical elements captivate young audiences, while some feel the story occasionally lacks depth and pacing. Despite mixed opinions on narrative complexity, the book maintains engagement with its adventurous and fantastical appeal.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Charlie Bone and the Castle of Mirrors (The Children of the Red King, #4)?

A reader who enjoys Charlie Bone and the Castle of Mirrors by Jenny Nimmo is likely a middle-grade student who loves magical adventures and mysteries. Fans of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series and Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson books will find this novel captivating, with its blend of fantasy, friendship, and enchanting plot twists.

4.3

24,192 ratings

68%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

Charlie Bone and the Castle of Mirrors is the fourth book in Jenny Nimmo’s series The Children of the Red King, which combines elements of magic and mystery with a boarding school setting.

Author Jenny Nimmo was originally inspired by Welsh mythology and legends, which she weaves into the backgrounds and abilities of the characters in the series.

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In Charlie Bone and the Castle of Mirrors, artist David Wyatt provides the cover illustration, continuing his involvement in creating the art for the series and capturing the magical essence of the story.

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Book Details
Pages

410

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Bloor's Academy, England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2005

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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