Vinnie Shadowsmith arrives at Elmsmere Academy. A tranquil paradise for some, Vinnie sees it for what it is; a prison for gifted children and a fortress of despair. He meets the enchanting Lilana Flowerdew and the defiant Kitty Midnight, and together they plot their daring escape. Follow our heroes as they discover the truth about the world around them, harness their super human gifts, and learn how to conquer the magic of their Periapt charms. Filled with courageous battles, daring escapes, and awe inspiring, magical creatures, Children of the Periapt: Escape from Elmsmere will capture the imagination and leave you desperate for the next instalment. If you loved the adventures of Harry Potter, or revelled in the travels of the children in the Chronicles of Narnia, you will love Children of the Periapt: Escape from Elmsmere. A wonderful fantasy adventure that children will love! For children aged 9 - 12, who want to be swept away to a fantastical land filled with unusual creatures and magical, gifted children. A great chapter book for middle grade readers. Perfect for boys and girls alike, the story has strong male and female characters. An action adventure for all ages. H. Bridge - Teacher A brilliantly written & engrossing story. I found it very hard to put down and looked forward to reading the next chapter. Loved the various different characters and creatures. Would love to try the Crumblers and Elmberry tea myself! Can’t wait to read it to my six-year-old. R. Harrison - Secondary School Teacher This was a book that I couldn’t put down and had to read in one sitting. Every character you meet along the journey are vividly described, and you can imagine yourself having tea and cake with the Groggles (my personal favourites!) I feel invested in these characters now and cannot wait until the next instalment to see how the story plays out for all of them. A. Deakins - Primary School Teacher A very gripping novel. I loved all the twists and turns.