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Find out what Mumsnetters' children though of The Secret Horses of Briar Hill by Megan Shepherd and illustrated by Levi Pinfold

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UrsulaMumsnet · 11/10/2016 16:50

Set in the midst of WW2, The Secret Horses of Briar Hill is a novel about the enduring power of storytelling and the imagination, complete with drawings by award-winning illustrator Levi Pinfold.

We ask all winners to share their thoughts about the book on this discussion thread. However, you don't have to win a free copy to take part in the discussion - anyone who has read The Secret Horses of Briar Hill can post their feedback here (and you can buy the book now).

Everyone who posts on this thread before 1 December will be entered into a prize draw to win a £100 Love2shop voucher.

This giveaway is sponsored by Walker Books

Find out what Mumsnetters' children though of The Secret Horses of Briar Hill by Megan Shepherd and illustrated by Levi Pinfold
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darkangel666 · 14/10/2016 13:06

very moving story, well written

jazzitup · 14/10/2016 12:30

I found it quite emotional but a must read.

fazkin · 13/10/2016 23:32

I thought it was well written as it depicted a true picture. I loved the flow and found it enjoyable to read.

Cailin7 · 13/10/2016 22:36

My niece started reading The Secret Horses of Briar Hill yesterday. The cover and illustrations are wonderful and the concept imaginative and heartfelt. It is not a genre I personally would read but did appeal to my niece who is 10 years old.

samosh22 · 13/10/2016 21:51

great book

multiplemummy · 13/10/2016 21:17

The illustrations are stunning & myself & my daughter really enjoyed it. It actually made me feel quite emotional imagining how terrible it must have been in those times & how a little imagination could whisk you to somewhere completely different. Very beautifully written & I'd recommend it to anyone...

Lasplin84 · 13/10/2016 21:12

What a great and different book! Unique and thought provoking.

glennamy · 13/10/2016 19:21

Not my style of book but eldest daughter loved it!

kayleigh39 · 13/10/2016 19:16

My niece has this book and says it's one of the best books she's read - and she has read many! I love this book as its set in the war, the intrigue, excitement, fear and emotional rollercoaster that goes with this book makes it a must-read!

cocochips · 13/10/2016 19:11

Fabulous book with great illustrations

IonaAilidh11 · 13/10/2016 18:09

very emotional great book

yourgrace · 13/10/2016 15:09

I would like to win a copy

Sid98 · 13/10/2016 14:27

Intriguing read

sarah861421 · 13/10/2016 13:30

I thought it was well written and really draw you into the world, but the child I read it with wouldnt finish the book, as she just didnt enjoy the story enough. I would recommend the author but perhaps not this particular book

jandoc · 13/10/2016 12:59

something different for us but enjoyed so much

iut044 · 13/10/2016 12:30

my child loved reading it .

emzywemzy1986 · 13/10/2016 11:49

Its a great book, i couldnt put it down! I have actually let my friend borrow it now as i read through it so quick. Great storyline and the drawings are amazing. Job well done :)

stefalfie11 · 13/10/2016 11:41

Beautiful book with amazing drawings to help even me who has zero imagination get into the book!

emmav6 · 13/10/2016 10:40

my imagination is rubbish but this book did really help me to explore it more with fabuous illustrations too

jacqui5366 · 13/10/2016 10:28

My 11 year old daughter loved this, she love the magic of the horses - almost 'Pottereque' and as she read the Anne Frank diaries last year she compered the two experiences. The author I feel has great potential for great things.

frances93 · 13/10/2016 09:29

I really enjoyed this book and found myself getting really into it early on, I love that it's encouraging the reader to use their imagination!

kittensmittens12 · 13/10/2016 09:15

This book made me cry. The author has a really unique voice and it's completely different to anything else i've read recently.

MegCleary · 13/10/2016 08:53

Looks great

vonniebab2 · 13/10/2016 08:44

A wonderful story with a magical touch and beautiful drawings

bubbleybooboo · 13/10/2016 08:34

I think it has the makings to be a true classic. Its an world war 2 evacuation story that has a touch of magic but not enough to distort the story into something overly fantasy based making it both magical and realistic at the same time.

Its an emotionally, beautiful story that will be enjoyed by children and adults and it encourages the power of imagination. The pictures are simply beautiful.

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