Publisher's Synopsis
In this thrilling conclusion, Humplepumple and his courageous friends embark on their most perilous quest yet. In the Land of Happiness and beyond, they have faced the tyranny of a foul-smelling sorcerer who kidnaps innocent children, and the malevolence of his cunning cousins seeking to halt their journey.
From the mesmerising landscapes of the Land of Happiness to the treacherous terrains of Australia, Japan, Russia, and the Land of Eternal Ice, the Felicitens have braved unimaginable challenges. With determination and wit, they navigate through conspiracies, political intrigue, and dangers that test their unity.
In the Land of Surdes, Mirca, the loyal messenger, holds secrets that could alter their fate. As the friends reach the doorstep of the sorcerer's castle, they must confront the ultimate reckoning-a climactic battle where the line between victory and defeat blurs.
Will their unwavering bond and extraordinary abilities be enough to topple the sorcerer's empire of darkness? The fate of the Felicitens and the enslaved children rests on their shoulders as they unveil hidden truths and unearth their most potent weapon-the power of unity.
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Like many children's books, Humplepumple deals with the eternal struggle between good and evil, friendship and egotism, and love and hate. But unlike most other stories, the events in Humplepumple unfold for the most part in an intriguingly realistic earthly environment seen through the refreshingly naïve eyes of the Felicitens to see an honest look at our society and its decision-makers.
While this aspect of the book might elude the grasp of its younger readers, its overall educational effects certainly won't. In this sense, Humplepumple truly combines the adage of 'teach and delight'. Although somewhat moralizing at times, Humplepumple is genuinely innovative in its overall concept, makes a delightful read and should easily find its own niche in a book market craving new heroes.
