Author(s): Maurice Gee

NZ Middle Fiction 8-12-year-olds | Fantasy, Magic and Science Fiction

When Caroline discovers an old pair of spectacles in her father's junk shop she has no idea how important they are. Even when she puts them on and sees things very differently, she doesn't guess that the safety of another world depends on them. In a race against time, Caroline has to tackle the ghastly Grimbles and keep her promise to return the spectacles to their rightful owner. An exciting story of fantasy and adventure.

Kathleen's review - Historical fiction for today's children, this 1980 publication gives a gentle feel with its setting but has a sinister man and evil threatening. Great Maurice Gee fantasy for children.