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The Diary Of Wiska Wildflower: The Crystal Cave

By Harriet Muncaster

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Harriet Muncaster brings her signature sparkle, tiny-world magic and full-colour illustrations to this exciting second Wiska Wildflower adventure. The diary format makes the story inviting for children moving into chapter books, while the expedition, secret mission and friendship troubles add plenty of heart — and just enough peril to keep things thrilling.

Genres

Fantasy Adventure Friendship/Family

What is The Diary Of Wiska Wildflower: The Crystal Cave about?

Wiska Wildflower embarks on her first school expedition to Wiskling Mountain, where she must navigate the wilderness, set up camp, and cook her own meals. Paired with her friend Citrine, Wiska is drawn into a secret quest to find a rare starflower. When disaster strikes, they seek refuge in a hidden part of Wiskling Wood, leading to a life-changing discovery. Will their friendship endure the challenges of this perilous adventure?

About the author

Harriet Muncaster is a British author and illustrator who loves creating magical stories. She is best known for her popular Isadora Moon books, about a little girl who is half-fairy, half-vampire. Harriet enjoys drawing, making tiny models, and imagining wonderful worlds to share with her readers.

Discussion ideas around The Diary Of Wiska Wildflower: The Crystal Cave

Trying New Things: How does Wiska feel about the school expedition at different points, and what helps her cope when things become difficult?

Friendship and Honesty: Why might Citrine want to keep the starflower mission secret, and how can friends repair trust after someone makes a risky choice?

Jealous Feelings: Wiska worries about changing friendships. Why can it feel uncomfortable when a friend makes someone new, and what might help?

Exploring Nature: What should explorers think about before entering a wild place such as Wiskling Wood, and how can they protect the creatures and plants they find?

Working Together: Which skills would be most useful on a camping expedition, and how could a group share jobs fairly?

Pages

208 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

This edition

2026

First published

2026

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