When 12-year-old Flick Hudson accidentally ends up in the Strangeworlds Travel Agency, she uncovers a fantastic secret: there are hundreds of other worlds just steps away from ours. All you have to do to visit them is jump into the right suitcase. Then Flick gets the invitation of a lifetime: join Strangeworlds' magical travel society and explore other worlds.
But, unknown to Flick, the world at the very centre of it all, a city called Five Lights, is in danger. Buildings and even streets are mysteriously disappearing. Once Flick realizes what's happening she must race against time, travelling through unchartered worlds, seeking a way to fix Five Lights before it collapses into nothingness -- and takes our world with it. {goodreads summary}
1. The world (worlds?) building was so imaginative and such a delight to read. The descriptions had a cinematic quality that made them easy to picture and each world was more fun and amazing than the last. It made me think of the Diagon Alley/Hogsmede sections in Harry Potter, but woven through the whole story, rather than just the odd scene. At a time when you can rarely leave your own house, Strangeworlds is a wonderful place to escape to.
2. The concept of Strangeworlds was really unique and interesting. There's so much scope for creative writing tasks and imaginary games inspired by the story. This novel will have children peering hopefully into every suitcase they come across.
3. Flick was an interesting and endearing character who I think a lot of young readers will relate to. I liked her reluctance to dive head first into the travel agency, even though she was so excited by the idea and desperate for adventure. I can't wait to find out more about her in the second book!
I was provided with a review copy of The Strangeworlds Travel Agency through NetGalley
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