Books with title Death in the Clouds

One of Ava's favorite pastimes is cloud-watching. There's no limit to what her imagination can see in the clouds - the possibilities are endless! But one day she gets more than expected when she sees a shining object drop out of the sky and land in a bush nearby. Always curious, Ava runs to see what it was. Her day, which started out so normal, turns into an extraordinary adventure. Ava in the clouds is a book for children ranging in age from 0 -8 years. It can be read aloud to children, or they can read it to themselves as a beginner reader. It's great for both boys and girls and is about taking pleasure in the simple things in life and embracing adventure, fun and new friends.

Ariane is on her own and on the run. Rex Major has swayed her erstwhile best friend Wally to his side. And when she finally hears the faint call of the third Shard of Excalibur, it's on the other side of the world, in New Zealand!Wally, meanwhile, is discovering that life as Major's "guest" isn't all it promised, especially when he finds out Major's plans for Ariane's aunt. With Aunt Phyllis under threat, Ariane has no choice but to walk directly into Rex's trap--and hope she can find a way to protect both the Shard "and" those she loves.Praise for Lake in the Clouds“The strengths of Willett’s series really shine in these two recent books. Throughout both, the plot moves with enthralling velocity as Willett heightens the tension for Ariane and Wally. Not only does the race for the shards of Excalibur build momentum, but the challenges Ariane and Wally encounter from family, friends and enemies consistently deepen their characters and force them to grow in significant ways.“Moreover, Willett provides a wonderfully evocative sense of place. From Regina, Saskatchewan, to Lyon, France, to Queenstown, New Zealand, and the rivers and lakes and clouds through which Ariane and Wally travel, Willett crafts immersive locations that lend genuine vigour to the story…“At the heart of these two novels, however, is the evolving relationship between Ariane and Wally. In a world of absent parents…they must rely upon themselves and upon each other. They must learn to trust each other, for they are being changed by their contact with and use of old magic steeped in old conflicts, desires and mysteries — all of which become particularly vital in Lake in the Clouds. How Ariane and Wally deal with such changes, and with the increasing responsibilities of their quest, makes them truly admirable characters.“Willett’s The Shards of Excalibur series…gives fresh life to the Arthurian legends, and there is, indeed, much to look forward to in the next two instalments.” – Matthew Johnstone, Canadian Children’s Book News“Well written, and fast moving, with touches of humour, The Lake in the Clouds will appeal to young readers who enjoy adventure as well as adults who might like a modern visit to the timeless story of King Arthur and his knights. Recommended.” – Ronald Hore, CM Magazine“The overlay of the Arthurian legend on a modern Canadian context works surprisingly well. Merlin’s magical powers are invested in Rex Major’s spyware embedded in the internet. Wally’s loyalty and courage accurately reflect both Arthur’s strength and his fatal flaw. Ariane’s coolly calculated actions echo the dispassionate deeds of the Lady of the Lake . . . Readers who are invested in the series will eagerly anticipate the final two books.” – Patricia Jeremy, Resource Links Magazine“By continuing to develop his characters so that they never remain good or evil or secondary, Edward Willett has ensured that the plot doesn’t stagnate…With Ariane and Wally both being affected by the shards and learning of new abilities, as well as other characters being drawn into the story in different ways, The Lake in the Clouds becomes a fuller story. The plot itself continues to evolve and the adventure is grand…The journeys are part of the quest but hold on because your travelling companions are switching places and your next seatmates may be a surprise in Cave Beneath the Sea…” – CanLit for Little Canadians

Stray cat Nin drifts from house to house until he meets a meteorologist named Mark. Then Nin begins his greatest journey yet―to the top of Mount Washington. Follow Nin to a land where the wind howls, snow swirls and wild bears roam. At the Mount Washington Observatory, Nin learns that the best friends―and a wonderful home―can be found anywhere, even high above the clouds.

One of Ava's favorite pastimes is cloud-watching. There is no limit to what the imagination can see in the clouds! The possibilities are endless. But one day she gets more than expected when she sees a shining object drop out of the clouds and land in a bush nearby. Always curious, Ava runs to see what it was. Her day, which started out so normal, turns into an extraordinary adventure.Ava in the clouds is a book for children ranging in age from 0 -8 years. It can be read aloud to children, or they can read it to themselves. It's great for both boys and girls and focuses on the whimsy of childhood, taking pleasure in the simple things in life, and embracing adventure, fun and new friends.