The Thief Who Sang Storms

Another fabulous book by Sophie Anderson- love how her books twist and turn- so many surprises- would highly recommend her to all.

I reaIly like the book. It has a lot of adventure.

Wasn’t too sure on the storyline, but I like the characters

The book was about magic and the life of a young girl after her father was thrown in the keep.

This book was really well written because it had sections from the past wound in with the story to show what the main character's life was like.

A story about unity between two types of people that I enjoyed.

I am a big fan of Sophie Anderson and this book didn't disappoint. This is a fantasy adventure story full of unique and creative ideas. We are introduced to a new world where humans and alkonosts ( bird people with feathers and magic songs) live together. Initially life is peaceful until the humans start to take over and treat the alkonosts as inferior people, banishing them to the swamps. This is a story of Linnet, an alkonost girl and her fight to reunite humans and alkonosts. I will be recommending this book to the year 6s who enjoy imaginative and action packed texts.

I couldn’t put it down.

It was very good

It was such good book of how one girl and her friends can make such a difference!

My favourite character was Linnet. This book is one of my favourites.
It’s also very adventurous because Linnet goes to lots of different places.

nice

I thought this was a sensational book! I couldn't put it down. The concept of having humans and bird people living simultaneously was unique and I felt that the first few chapters being slower-paced really enables the reader to buy into the close relationship between Linnet and Nightingale. I think it is testament to Sophie Anderson as a writer that she is able to animate non-speaking animal characters so well, to the point where they contribute so much warmth and humour. Highly recommended!

I really like this book because of the excitement and all the mini stories. My favourite person is Linnet, and her pets/animals, lumpy and whiskers . I would recommend this book to people who like adventures , little stories and music/songs.

This book was amazing! I just don't know where to start. Passion, description, emotion, I felt like I WAS Linnet! The only reason this book hasn't reached 5 stars is because of how sad it was! I couldn't help having a strong personal hate for Hero. The book made me cry!

The theif who sang storms is a fiction book about a girl named Linnet who goes on a mission to reunite the humans with the bird people.
My favourite character is Linnet who goes on a mission to bring unity back to the floating island of Morovia.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a heartfelt story with a hint of magic, betrayal and friendship.

An amazing magic tale for kids age 8-13.
Great book.

Honestly, it took me a while to get into this book. However, when I did start to connect with the characters, it was worth the read. Whilst full of magic and fantasy, the story has universal themes of friendship but also the damage that fear can do. Important lessons can be learnt from the way the determined Linnet handles herself and every situation she finds herself in. A book for anyone who enjoys adventure, journeys and the idea that friendship can overcome any obstacle.

I have loved every single one of Sophie Anderson’s books! I love how they are all linked in some way so I was relieved to see the house of Chicken legs appear towards the end of this cracking story! I was totally engaged from the very first chapter and although it is a long book, the introduction of new characters along the way kept me entertained throughout. Definitely another book I will be recommending and mending to my class this year!

I liked when all her books seemed to overlap

This was an amazing book about friendship and teamwork and the importance of being kind. Be careful though, a character Linnet trusts so much might not be trustworthy. I would recommend this book to 9-12 year olds.

I loved this. It was tense throughout. Lots of danger and adventure and lots of opportunities to feel empathy for the characters. I loved Lumpy, the fierce protector. I would definitely recommend it. I think possibly more P7 than P6.

Another great book from Sophie Anderson. I really enjoyed this and her books always include fascinating and well-thought out mythologies. I also enjoy the links between all of the books.
I would recommend this book for pupils in Year 5 and 6.

My daughter loves Sophie Anderson’s books, so she was delighted when this one came out. The story is so beautifully told and the themes of tolerance, prejudice and kindness come leaping out of the pages. As soon as we had read the prologue I immediately drew parallels with the persecution of Jews across Europe in the 1930s/40s. We love Linnet and her dad Nightingale who are Alkonosts (bird people) who have been banished from their home on Morovia by the bogytars. The description of the Island and the swamp are immersive and the relationship between Linnet and her human best-friend Hero is one that any child can relate to. The theme of loss is also present throughout the story and is dealt with sensitively. Alkonosts have singing magic but Linnet is still waiting for hers to come - her continued hope and her belief that she is destined to do something special make her such a warm and rich character who, by the end of the book you love very much. There is a huge twist at the end that we were both open mouthed at - I will not spoil here! This is a brilliant book and one that should be read by adults and children a like. It will resonate with us both for a long time and it has reminded us how important it is to find the goodness in everything and to always be kind.