The Stolen Lake - Ebook written by Joan Aiken. During the mythical reign of Britain's King George IV, the ship carrying 12-year-old Dido from Nantucket back to England is ordered to stop off in New Cumbria, a mysterious South American nation ruled by a suspiciously ancient queen. Turned out to be too complex and scary to read to him, so I read it myself. With the same entertaining blend of Cockney common sense and sheer gutsiness that saw her through her earlier adventures, Dido manages to get to the bottom of things--saving an imprisoned princess and, yes, restoring a "stolen" lake in the bargain. If so, how has she managed to survive the centuries? It's fun, I love my girl Dido, I just would have liked a little warning before the sudden sharp left into Arthurian mythos. The ATM stolen from a Lake Country pub and the van used in an apparent theft have been found, but police are still on the lookout for the suspects. And why aren't there any girls Dido's age in the entire country? The cars were stolen between 3 a.m. and 4 a.m. on Tuesday. Out of all the books in Joan Aiken's Wolves of Willoughby Chase series, this is hands down the best. She was known as a writer of wild fantasy, Gothic novels and short stories. Books 1-3 are REALLY good (so read those), but don't continue if you're not into horror movies and the like. The writing is fairly complex, the characters are fully realized, and the action is engaging and exciting throughout. Readers Who Have Enjoyed 'The Wolves Chronicles', This title marks the point at which Aiken's. Wildly imaginative plots and creatures Dido must cope with. Great Books to Give the Kids This Holiday. It is actually much better than I would have expected for a YA novel. If so, how has she managed to survive the centuries? by Red Fox. MUCH more adventurous than the previous books in the series. Pirates, witches, a queen, a king reborn, a cast of intriguing and sometimes nefarious characters and all manner of beasties are encountered as the story unfolds. 1-Click ordering is not available for this item. I'd expect any kid who has liked the J.K. Rowling or Lloyd alexander series would also enjoy this one as well. My least favorite of the series so far. It is actually much better than I would have expected for a YA novel. Dido Twite's back in a larky adventure story that boasts a free and spirited adaptation of Arthurian legend and a generous supply of menace and chills. My favourite (so far) in the sequence. in this volume, the ship she's on, bound for england, must make an emergency stop in not-south-america, to assist one a tyrannical (and crazy) queen, whose lake has been stolen by a neighboring country. Really, Joan Aiken is so wonderful - girls with grit and a sense of adventure and humour - lots and lots of imagination and Dickensian plots. Unable to add item to Wish List. A rich mixture of legend, fantasy, humour and pure snowballing adventure. Turned out to be too complex and scary to read to him, so I read it myself. BONNEY LAKE, Wash. — A Bonney Lake police officer fired his weapon while trying to contact the person inside a stolen car at a Fred Meyer in Bonney Lake on Tuesday morning. According to a news release issued Tuesday morning, officers were in the 15600-block of Thrift Avenue when they spotted a Rolls Royce Phantom in the garage of the residence they were attending. (OK, I haven't read Dido and Pa, but of the others.) The Wolves Chronicles were, beneath their whimsy, meant to warn children that we do not live in a safe world. Having rediscovered Joan Aiken with my daughter I find there are many more books in the series than I read as a child. What an imagination she has ... it was a pleasure to read an installment set in a very different country than one is used to encountering in fantasy fiction (a South America colonized by the British very, very, early on, rather than the Spanish or Portuguese later). I could not believe it. totally absurd and totally enjoyable with very funny bits that left me with a hankering for more aiken and a better knowledge of king arthur's legend. A 15-year-old led law enforcement on a 100-mile-per-hour chase Thursday night after stealing a red Toyota Tacoma pickup from Joe Hudson’s Collision Center on U.S. Hwy. A Penticton family is paying it forward after total strangers came together to replace their young children’s bikes that were stolen during a walk in the trails near Penticton Avenue on New Year’s Day, Jan. 1. Perhaps it would be less jarring if I'd seen the style of the books evolve over time. Well, that does it for me, finishing off another adventure following Dido round the world and spending a good amount of time in a fantasy Bath with some sites grounded in reality. Please try again. It's a combination of King Arthur, an alternative Camelot set in an alternative Roman/British region located in South America, and the usual Dido Twite version of England. I do love her all-out adventures, even when they go over the top, like this one. The book ends surprisingly sadly for a children's book and you have to take a deep breath (with Dido) and turn to an uncertain future where things might, or might not work out. Dido faces fire, flood, wild beasts and, ultimately, threat of execution in order to get the lake back. Dido Twite, the quick-witted (and sharp-tongued) heroine of "Black Hearts in Battersea" and "Nightbirds on Nantucket," is back in this sequel. Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2017. Read it, but not as part of the series. January 6th 2005 So much unexpected adventure and story. BUY NOW FROM. As always, unforgettable characters (Cap'n Hughes, Mr. Holystone, Elen, Bran...) that are always believable, no matter how fantastical the plot is, and well, an all round fascinating, entertaining, frightening, happy-ending, beautiful book. Is she, as she claims, the widow of King Arthur? White Rock police say a pre-Christmas curfew check led to the recovery of a rare luxury car stolen nearly a year ago in West Vancouver. Home. I do hope you enjoy it -- I'm on my third or fourth reread now! Joan Aiken was a much loved English writer who received the MBE for services to Children's Literature. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 4, 2011. I'm beginning to think I made a mistake following the Goodreads order for the Wolves series (which arranges the events in the books chronologically rather than following the order written), because this one, written much later than Nightbirds, had a much more complicated and I think less satisfying plot. The first three books maybe had teeny-tiny glimpses of some freaky stuff, but this is where all the withcrafty, nightmarish evil explodes in full force upon your unsuspecting imagination. This was the only volume of the series available in my library, and I just might have to find the other volumes in the series now. DNF. A pickup truck dragged a stolen bank ATM through Round Lake early Thursday, sparking a police chase that ended with the arrest of a suspect found hiding in a marsh, authorities said. Buy the eBook. I wasn't expecting to enjoy this one as much as others in the series, but ended up really liking it. Aboard the man o`war, the Thrush, on the way back to London from Nantucket, Dido and crew are summoned to the aid of the tyrannical Queen of New Cumbria who has appealed to England as her oldest ally for help - someone has stolen her lake. Is she, as she claims, the widow of King Arthur? Still, the first half, Delighted to read another Dido Twite adventure. The actual order is as follows: A Ripping Yarn! The queen is greatly distressed because a neighbouring king has stolen her lake. Search. Readers who have followed Dido Twite’s escapades in BLACK HEARTS IN BATTERSEA and NIGHTBIRDS ON NANTUCKET will welcome her return in her wildest adventure yet. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. Dido's survival looks questionable but then she is rescued by her ship captain who floats into play with a flying machine. Is she equal to the challenge? A Bonney Lake officer ran the license plate of a Honda Civic in a grocery store parking lot in the 20900 block of state Route 410 and found that it had been reported stolen. The ATM stolen from a Lake Country pub and the van used in an apparent theft have been found, but police are still on the lookout for the suspects. I only wish I'd joined Dido on her adventures when I was 10 instead of discovering them at nearly 40! No Kindle device required. This shopping feature will continue to load items when the Enter key is pressed. I’ll say it again — it’s awkward. Now back in print, THE CUCKOO TREE and THE STOLEN LAKE continue the Wolves Chronicles, the exhilarating and imaginative series that stemmed from Joan Aiken’s classic THE WOLVES OF WILLOUGHBY CHASE. Something went wrong. Part of a series (but the first of them I've read) which began with. KIRKUS REVIEW. Welcome back. I'm beginning to think I made a mistake following the Goodreads order for the Wolves series (which arranges the events in the books chronologically rather than following the order written), because this one, written much later than Nightbirds, had a much more complicated and I think less satisfying plot. The shooting happened about 10:14 a.m. in the 20900 block of State Route 410, according to the Pierce County Sheriff's Department. TUPPER LAKE — Village police say the lever-action .30-30 caliber rifle used in a shooting of the Fortune’s Hardware store on New Year’s Eve was reported stolen from Syracuse almost 35 years ago. Another customer’s vehicle was stolen from a Lady Lake repair shop a week after a Villager’s vehicle was snatched from the same location. This is the first Wolves chronicle I read, not long after it was published, but after a slight initial confusion it had a logic of its own. I LOVED this! The Stolen Lake is set in an alternate history in which, during the Saxon invasion of Britain, a large community of (Romans and Briton) refugees fled to South America and founded the countries of Hy Brasil, New Cumbria and Lyonesse. The stolen lake. anyone who likes alternative history with a touch of horror, Number four in the series was published out of order, by a different publisher, because it's...different. All in all, a fun, fast, rollicking read for youngsters and adults alike. Tami Charles is a former teacher and the author of picture books, middle grade and young adult novels, and nonfiction. Dido suffers from interacting with only adults, versus her youthful friends of. Read 74 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. The RCMP was notified about the break and enter around 5 pm on Thursday. It was also surprising to learn (just now,) that this book was first published in 1981, a full fifteen years after the previous volume, "Nightbirds on Nantucket" - because the style throughout the series has been seamless. With the same entertaining blend of Cockney common sense and sheer gutsiness that saw her through her earlier adventures, Dido manages to get to the bottom of things--saving an imprisoned princess and, yes, restoring a "stolen" lake in the bargain. 'Hadn't expected that, but after a quick adjustment of expectations this became a spectacular adventure, one I was happy to experience. Of the many reasons to read the works of Joan Aiken, two stand out: the irresistable pluckiness of the heroines (especially Dido Twite), and Joan's marvellously detailed alternate history of the planet Earth. If so, how has she managed to survive the centuries? After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages that interest you. Best Forgotten Fantasy of the 20th Century, James Davis Nicoll's "100 SF/F Books You Should Consider Reading in the New Year", Across the Wall: A Tale of the Abhorsen and Other Stories. All in all, a fun, fast, rollicking read for youngsters and adults alike. These items are shipped from and sold by different sellers. A dazzling piece of dramatic, snowballing adventure, THE STOLEN LAKE is full of fantastical details: revolving palaces, witches who are also court dressmakers, an apocalyptic volcanic eruption, and an infernal country with a noticeable lack of female children. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 21, 2013, Dido Twite: Unlikely but Unmistakable Heroine, Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2020. Dido Twite is the best! To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. A dazzling piece of dramatic, snowballing adventure, THE STOLEN LAKE is full of fantastical details: revolving palaces, witches who are also court dressmakers, an apocalyptic volcanic eruption, and an infernal country with a noticeable lack of female children. Hilarious. [Joan Aiken] -- On her way to England from Nantucket aboard a British man-o'-war, Dido has many adventures when the ship is diverted to the land of New Cumbria in the southern hemisphere. The queen is greatly distressed because a neighbouring king has stolen her lake. I checked it out of the library to read to my five year old. One of my favourites. Delighted to read another Dido Twite adventure. If you like Harry Potter, you'll love Dido Twite! She's voyaging back to England but encounters all sorts of adventures in this terrifically realised alternative history. AVON LAKE, OH — Four vehicles were stolen out of driveways in Avon Lake this week, police announced. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. And why aren't there any girls Dido's age in the entire country? So glad she wrote a lot. According to a livestream on Facebook on Tuesday evening, an ATM machine that was allegedly stolen in Lake Country has been found, along with the van that was used. The Stolen Lake book. Dido Twite, the quick-witted (and sharp-tongued) heroine of "Black Hearts in Battersea" and "Nightbirds on Nantucket," is back in this sequel. Dido Twite is a great character! Here we have the Arthurian legend added to the story, and some very nasty characters indeed who maintain their own lives at any cost. “They came to the high stone shaft with the face of Sul; they descended to the terrace below. Ships from and sold by --SuperBookDeals-. I love how this book series is available with Edward Gorey illustrated covers - that seems to perfectly sum up the type of humor you'll encounter. It's not as humourous as the others, but it has its moments, and I personally feel that this is the climax of all Dido's adventures before she gets home to meet Simon again. On her way to England from Nantucket aboard a British man-o'-war, Dido has many adventures when the ship is diverted to the land of New Cumbria in the southern... Free shipping over $10. We’d love your help. Although it is part of a series, it can definitely be read on its own. Please try your request again later. For that matter, why did the midshipman of Dido's vessel take ill as soon as they arrived in port? And why aren't there. This one, in which cute little jacanas (which hatch with claws on their wings, and use the claws to climb before they have wings that can fly) morph into man-eating raptors, and human sacrifices' bones are ground up to prolong a tyrant queen's life, goes beyond its original mission. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading The Stolen Lake (Wolves Chronicles Book 4). This one, in which cute little jacanas (which hatch with claws on their wings, and use the claws to climb before they have wings that can fly) morph into man-eating raptors, and human sacrifices' bones are ground up to prolong a tyrant queen's life, goes beyond its. Others in the series I expected to really enjoy and ended up not liking as much. This was a good read, though not quite as good as the Wolves of Willoughby Chase. with the Stolen Lake and King Arthur coming back and old ladies eating peoples bones in mush and other odd things, Joan Aiken stole my heart and simultaneously weirded me out. Though be sure that they are OK. A wonderful book for older kids. This one was a little insane, though. As always, great fun, but this time in South America. Prime members enjoy Free Two-Day Shipping, Free Same-Day or One-Day Delivery to select areas, Prime Video, Prime Music, Prime Reading, and more. This one was a little insane, though. [The concept of Arthur reborn and Ginevra (not Guinevere?) For that matter, why did the midshipman of Dido's vessel take ill as soon as they arrived in port? Oh man - I really thought Dido was a goner this time! Expectation is a funny business is it not? Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. TUPPER LAKE — Village police say the lever-action .30-30 caliber rifle used in a shooting of the Fortune’s Hardware store on New Year’s Eve was reported stolen from Syracuse almost 35 years ago. Buy The Stolen Lake by Aiken, Joan (ISBN: 9780606217330) from Amazon's Book Store. A Lake Country family is devastated after their puppy was stolen during a break and enter. Number four in the series was published out of order, by a different publisher, because it's...different. Is she equal to the challenge? The stolen lake by Joan Aiken, unknown edition, On her way to England from Nantucket aboard a British man-o'-war, Dido has many adventures when the ship is diverted to the land of New Cumbria in the southern hemisphere. Dido faces fire, flood, wild beasts and, ultimately, threat of execution in order to get the lake back. Throw away that Harry Potter garbage and give your kids Joan Aiken books instead! Alternative history buffs, fans of King Arthur tales, and fans of the plucky Dido Twite will find plenty to enjoy in this richly detailed tale that is a standout of Joan Aiken's books. I checked it out of the library to read to my five year old. Buy a cheap copy of The Stolen Lake book by Joan Aiken. A proper picaresque tale with Dido, the hero, living on her wits as she travels through through fictitious South American countries, watching fellow travellers being hunted to death, torn apart by aurocs, or eaten to death in seconds by piranhas. The creativity is awe-inspiring, the writing beautiful and the stories exhilirating. I love Aiken's Wolves Chronicles, but this one isn't even worth being part of the series. The Wolves Chronicles were, beneath their whimsy, meant to warn children that we do not live in a safe world. Read this book using Google Play Books app on your PC, android, iOS devices. Nightbirds on Nantucket: Wolves of Willoughby Chase, #3: The Wolves of Willoughby Chase Series, The Cuckoo Tree: Wolves of Willoughby Chase, #6: The Wolves of Willoughby Chase Series, Limbo Lodge: Wolves of Willoughby Chase, #5: The Wolves of Willoughby Chase Series, Dido and Pa: Wolves of Willoughby Chase, #7: The Wolves of Willoughby Chase Series, Black Hearts in Battersea: Wolves of Willoughby Chase, #2. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published During the mythical reign of Britain's King George IV, the ship carrying 12-year-old Dido from Nantucket back to England is ordered to stop off in New Cumbria, a mysterious South American nation ruled by a suspiciously ancient queen. This one had passed me by and boy is it BIZARRE, A wonderful book for older kids. by Joan Aiken. This book explodes like a firework in the brain, or perhaps like one of the thirteen volcanoes that encircle the misappropriated lake of the title. Still, the first half, before it becomes mixed up in. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. Just lovely. Start by marking “The Stolen Lake (The Wolves Chronicles, #4)” as Want to Read: Error rating book. Aiken's previous "Wolves" series editions stayed in relatively "real world" scenarios, but though "The Stolen Lake" gets off to a slow start aboard a ship, it transforms into a full-blown fantasy. Dido Twite, the quick-witted (and sharp-tongued) heroine of "Black Hearts in Battersea" and "Nightbirds on Nantucket," is back in this sequel. I'd expect any kid who has liked the J.K. Rowling or Lloyd alexander series would also enjoy this one as well. According to Lake Country RCMP, the cash machine was pilfered from a … Ships from and sold by Book Depository CA. Possibly the best of the Dido Twite Series. THE STOLEN LAKE. The ideas, the plot, the situations go beyond the merely outrageous and into the sublimely wonderful. Dido faces fire, flood, wild beasts and, ultimately, threat of execution in order to get the lake back. In order to navigate out of this carousel, please use your heading shortcut key to navigate to the next or previous heading. "The Stolen Lake is zanier and more devilishly fiendish than ever" * The New York Times * "A natural storyteller with the gift of endless and usually comic invention" * Guardian * "Joan Aiken's imagination is inexhaustible" * Daily Telegraph * "Joan Aiken is the best contemporary writer of historical fantasy we have" -- Susan Hill To say the least. AMAZON BARNES & NOBLE GET WEEKLY BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS: Email Address Subscribe Tweet. And here Caradog waited, leaning on his silver-tipped rod and eying the horizon, until the delicate slip of the new moon moved out from behind the shoulder of Mount Damyake, with the mysterious, shadowy ghost of the old moon cradle inside it, like an egg inside its egg cup. this is where things started getting weird...before, it was just an alternate history. Aiken took great care to allow most of the novels in the sequence to stand alone, adding just a little background to set it in context. 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The Stolen Lake by Joan Aiken continues the Wolves Chronicles, an imaginative series from Joan Aiken’s classic The Wolves of Willoughby Chase. A lot of gruesomeness for a children’s book but I guess that worked for the Grimm brothers. Ramon Beltran, 37, was booked into the Salt Lake County Jail for investigation of being in a stolen vehicle, failing to stop for police, possessing burglary tools, theft by receiving stolen property, and failing to remain at the scene of an injury accident. very strange and not at all worth reading. WEST VALLEY CITY — A man allegedly fleeing police in a stolen vehicle was arrested after hitting another car and causing it to roll over. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Is she equal to the challenge? 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