A review by samanthawattam
The Door to Time by Iacopo Bruno, Laura Zuccotti, Pierdomenico Baccalario, Beth Dunfey, Leah D. Janeczko

5.0

First saw this series of books in Italy could not understand a word but was attracted by the front covers. I guessed, of course, that they were written for children but I enjoyed the Harry Potter books so thought I would take a chance and ordered the first one the hardback version really by accident but am glad that I did as they are lovely to keep. They are aimed at a somewhat younger audience than Harry Potter but nonetheless I decided to read it. They made me nostalgic for the days when I was enraptured by Enid Blyton's novels. I love the illustrations nicely drawn in pencil adding to the enjoyment of the story. I liked the characters of Jason, Julia and Rick and not too many adults getting in the way as the parents are soon packed off to town on an errand. The story very much evoked "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" especially with the theme of youth and having to believe in the magic in order for it to work. I would highly recommend this book, great fun and the final chapter makes it clear that the adventure has only just begun. In fact this first book is really just an introduction to the 'proper' story to come. There is no bad language, or anything scary really so can be read by all ages. Great to be read out loud and the short chapters I would say would be excellent for this. Will definitely be reading on.