Books like Islands in the sky by Tanith Lee
While attempting to rescue a kite by climbing a tree, eleven‑year‑old Hope is unexpectedly pulled into the sky, leaving behind her life in London, 1867. She finds herself in a vividly imaginative, magical realm that promises adventure and exploration beyond the ordinary.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Tanith Lee
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