A wonderful series and now republished with Frances Lincoln Children's Books.
Mortimer and Sword Excalibur is the fifth book and Mrs Jones packs Arabel and MortimerOpens in a new window off for a quiet afternoon in Rainwater Crescent Gardens. But as Mortimer investigates the new underground car parkOpens in a new window he discovers that it is just possible that the long lost sword, Excalibur is waiting to be found.
The Spiral StairOpens in a new window, is based in the zoo. Arabel comes to the rescue as Mortimer becomes entangled in snakes and giraffes.
The books are an excellent new edition and the compact size is just right for an emerging reader, or even for a fluent reader in the midst of a busy holiday time.
Illustrations are, undoubtedly the best of Quentin BlakeOpens in a new window and portray the characters brilliantly. The text is pure Joan AikenOpens in a new window, with the sharpness of the story intrigue and mix of humdrum life and exciting adventure.
Sue Martin
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