Peter DickinsonFantasy · Children's Books·1927–2015
The tears of the salamander
Synopsis
After a devastating fire claims his family, young Alfredo finds himself living with his uncle in a remote villa overshadowed by Mount Etna. Deep within the volcano's heart live magical salamanders, and Alfredo discovers he possesses strange powers. He must learn to wield these abilities to protect the mystical creatures, confront his uncle, and master the volatile power of the volcano itself.
How it reads
Prose complexity 1/10
Content warnings (3)
Death Of A ParentTraumaViolence