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 The Quest for the Sun Gem
After their village is attacked, a young brother and sister set off on a dangerous quest to save their captured family and friends - and free their land from the Sedah invaders. Where have the Sun Sword and its magical gems been hidden? more +
 The Voyage of the Owl
Ethan, Lily, Saxon and Roana have cracked the code, only to find that the Moon Pearl is being sent by ship to the land of the invaders. The four children must give chase to save the precious stone! more +
 The Snowy Tower
Even with the Sun Gem and the Moon Pearl safe, the quest is far from over. Lord Lazlac is planning to marry Queen Ashana, and the queen cannot rebel when Prince Caspar is being held captive in the snow-covered mountains to the north. more +
 The Locket of Dreams
Sophie discovers a golden locket, in an old treasure box which belonged to her grandmother's grandmother, Charlotte Mackenzie. When Sophie falls asleep wearing the locket, she magically travels back in time to 1858 in Scotland to learn the truth about the mysterious Charlotte Mackenzie. more +
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The Locket of Dreams
"The book was excellent! It was one of the best books I've ever read." Venice, 9
"I couldn't put it down because I had to find out what happens next. I have two words: Love it!" Lauren, 11
'....This is a deftly written time-travelling adventure novel, with much intrigue and mystery cleverly interwoven into the true histories of Scotland and Australia.' - Viewpoint Spring 2009
''Sophie dreams her way back into the past to discover the truth about her long lost ancestors....This is a well-written work, descriptions are clear and pacing good with understated parallels between the life events of the distant ancestors and the modern girl. It is a very accessible work that should have strong appeal to many girls....' Magpies July 2009
"...a well-told story that evokes the rugged beauty of both Scotland and outback Australia in the 1850's. With each visit to the past, Sophie and the reader are drawn further into the unfolding mystery of Charlotte's life." - Deborah Abela, 702 ABC Radio
Quest for the Sun Gem
"A galloping, satisfying read." - Frances Atkinson, Sunday Age, 16/7/2006
"Absolutely brilliant! It was one of the best books I've read" - Melissa, 10
The Voyage of the Owl
"I was sad when I had finished. It is the best book I have ever read in my entire life" - Kieran, 10
Prepare to stay up late! I rate this book 10/10 - Emily, 11
The Snowy Tower
"Belinda Murrell is a fantastic author... It is all completely action packed and fun" - Ben, 9
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