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Welcome to the whimsical world of Who Let the Gods Out? by Maz Evans, where humor meets adventure in a captivating tale that enchants young readers and fans of Greek mythology alike. This delightful book is the first in a bestselling series, celebrated for its clever wit and charm, and was even shortlisted for the prestigious Waterstones Children's Book Prize in 2018.
The journey begins with a simple wish upon a star by a young boy named Elliot. However, this wish leads to a celestial mishap when the star, Virgo, crash-lands onto his family farm. Virgo, who prides herself on her perfection, forms an unexpected partnership with Elliot. Together, they face a major crisis as they inadvertently unleash Thanatos, the evil Daemon of Death.
As the plot unfolds, the duo encounters a humorous twist on the gods of Olympus. Instead of the mighty Zeus and his noble steed, they meet a rather chubby version of Zeus accompanied by his high horse, presenting a unique take on divine heroism. Will these gods rise to the occasion, and can they save the world with their unconventional methods?
If you find yourself enchanted by the antics of Elliot and Virgo, be sure to continue the journey with the next book in the series, Simply the Quest!
ISBN: | 9781910655412 |
Author: | Maz Evans |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Chicken House Ltd |
Publisher: | Chicken House Ltd |
Dimensions: | 129 x 197 x 26 mm |
Publication Date: | 02 February, 2017 |
Pagination: | 384 pages |
Weight: | 266g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’