The Pinhoe Egg

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What is The Pinhoe Egg about?

In the villages surrounding Chrestomanci Castle, the Pinhoe family secretly practises their own form of magic, wary of the powerful enchanter Chrestomanci's oversight. When young Marianne Pinhoe befriends Cat Chant, Chrestomanci's apprentice, they uncover a mysterious egg hidden in her family's attic. As tensions rise between the Pinhoes and their neighbours, and magical mischief spreads, Marianne and Cat must unravel the secrets of the egg and their families' pasts to restore harmony.

About the author

Diana Wynne Jones was a brilliant British author who wrote magical stories full of adventure and imagination. Her books, such as 'Howl’s Moving Castle' and the 'Chrestomanci' series, have delighted children all over the world. Diana loved creating new worlds for her readers to explore, making reading her books an exciting journey every time.