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BOOK SERIES
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REVIEWS
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What Book Next (June 2017):
“Fantastic! Pumped with action, adventure, aliens and family betrayal, the first book in the series is perfect for thrill seekers.”
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“The Pirate King is a fun space opera packing plenty of action, sharp turns and wit.”
“The battles are fast and furious with many twists, reversals and daring deeds.”
“There is a wide cast of colourful characters, and I became particularly fond of Crazy Kay Jagger, the pink-
Primary Times -
“The Lost Sword is even better than the last book!”
AbeBooks (February 2017):
“This action-
Fantastic Fiction (January 2017):
“Perfect for fans of Star Wars, pirates and space adventures of all shapes and sizes.”
Pendle Today (January 2017):
“It will have you gripped!”
Burnley Express (January 2017):
“Adventure loving young readers will relish this book… it’s a great story.”
Mr Ripley’s Enchanted Books (January 2017):
“Prepare for blast-
“From start to finish the story is brilliantly engaging. It has been injected with a gravitational pull that super-
“It will fill you with humour and action battles… it has a great setting full of brilliantly executed, imaginative characters as well as a wonderful plot straight from a childhood dream.”
“This is a fantastic series. In fact, it is one of the very best to keep your attention from the first book. MAGNIFTY!!!”
Books Monthly (January 2017):
“Prepare to blast-
Parents In Touch (January 2017):
“An exciting, fast-
Families Online (September 2016):
“Page after page of aliens, battleships and space monsters, this book is totally awesome!”
Booklist Online (USA) (February 2016):
“As with book one, this is another raucous, pulptastic space opera, and it doesn’t disappoint.”
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“Tremendous fun.”
“This is an MG thrill ride … with an endearing teen hero.”
North Somerset Teachers’ Book Award (September 2015):
“This is such a great adventure story!”
“Spacejackers is a pacey, satisfying read with something for everyone. It’s magnifty!”
Read Plus (Australia) (September 2015):
“Huw Powell’s fast-
“The Lost Sword provides all the action, battle scenes, technology and sci-
“Jake is portrayed as a resourceful and fearless hero in this gripping and action-
“What could be better than pirate adventures in space?”
“This books is a great introduction to science fiction for young readers who love action and adventure.”
School Library Connection (USA) (May 2015):
“This suspenseful, fast-
“The colorful pirate crew and thrilling space battles establish an exciting sci-
“A fun interstellar yarn… breakneck adventures… pulptastic… or, as Jake puts it, magnifty!”
School Library Journal (USA) (May 2015):
“Nonstop adventures.”
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“A great action-
Kirkus Reviews (March 2015):
“The future milieu that British author Powell imagines is interesting and has potential.”
“For young readers in need of a starter space opera.”
Primary Times -
“I give Spacejackers 10 out of 10 … I can’t wait for the next book!”
Speculative Fiction Hub (December 2014):
“Spacejackers is a fun swashbuckling adventure that children of all ages will enjoy.”
“The characters are engaging… its worlds and solar systems are beautiful and its space ports are gritty and nefarious.”
“I can imagine many children thoroughly loving this book.”
Dad.Info (November 2014):
“Think Treasure Island meets Star Wars (with a touch of Pirates of the Caribbean thrown in for good measure) and you’ll guess how much fun and entertainment this debut offers.”
Book Zone (October 2014):
“We are at the start of a renaissance for children’s stories set in space. Spacejackers is delivered at a pace that will keep even the most reluctant of readers wanting to read well past their bedtime. We need more books like this.”
Teach Primary Magazine (October 2014):
“Huw Powell’s debut children’s book offers enough danger, destiny-
“Great characters, a compelling plot and sharp writing; roll on the rest of the series.”
“This is a massively entertaining novel.”
“It’s tremendous fun… a book that would appeal to reluctant young readers.”
The Star Online (September 2014):
“For children who complain that reading can be boring, Spacejackers tackles that head on… Powell doesn’t waste words.”
“Have a young nephew? Spacejackers could be the book that turns him into a lifelong reader.”
WRD About Books magazine (September 2014):
“One to Watch.”
Mr Ripley’s Enchanted Books (August 2014):
“A cracking action-
“A fast paced page turner… that will have the reader lapping up the pages.”
“This is a great interstellar delight full of exciting adventures for the young and old.”
Primary Times (North Somerset Edition -
“A Cutler Above.”
Reader Comments:
“I was desperate to know what happened next.” Kaspar (age 12)
“I would recommend it to all of my friends.” Freddie (age 10)
“I’ve read all of your books and really enjoyed them. I said to myself, I want to be a space pirate.” Will (age 10)
“I would give it 10/10 excellent.” Jake (age 9)
“I really enjoyed the book because of the sense of adventure.” Jonah (age 9)
“I cannot wait for the next book.” Joe (age 9)
“Having just finished the audio book, I am compelled to say what a job well done! I am very pleased with the uncomplicated and positive tone of the story. I was well engaged throughout and it leaves me with a feeling that the future is somehow brighter. Few stories achieve that for me. Please continue the series. I will certainly buy the next instalment.” Philip (age 54)
“A great action-
“It’s tremendous fun.”
“Breakneck adventures.”
