Spell Breathing does not come naturally to Rayne – she loathes the hours of practice, the stacks of scrolls, and the snapping mud devils that cover her mother’s precious spell book.

But it is spell breathing that keeps her village safe from the dreaded monster curse that plagues their world. It is ancient powerful magic, but as Rayne learns to her horror . . . it is also fragile.

In one clumsy move, the magic that keeps them safe is broken, her village is plunged into danger, and an incredible adventure begins . . .

The cast of characters in this book are fantastic and their journey is full of unexpected twists and turns that will keep you guessing right up until the very end. The relationships between them are well developed, with Tom and Frank almost as a comedy double-act and Rayne and her Mam having a very deep love for each other that is tested to the limit. In the end, this book is all about words and how incredibly powerful they can be. The damage they can cause when misused and the power they have to heal as well. An important message for children and adults alike!