＊ Shortlisted for CBCA Book of the Year: Younger Readers 2010

The Whisperer is a charmingly innocent story of Griff, a young boy who works in a circus. When Griff meets Tess and her magical creatures, a new circus act, he discovers that his ability to read minds is not a curse but a blessing. With their help, he finds out the secret of the one he calls the Whisperer, a voice in his head crying out for help. His quest to protect his new friends and find the Whisperer leads him on a wild adventure. Suitable for students aged from eleven to fourteen, The Whisperer is an enjoyable fantasy story of heroes, villains, magical creatures and mystery. Its wide range of fantasy elements will appeal to a broad audience, and its narrative is enjoyable and easy to follow. Older students may find it a bit too child-like, but younger audiences will enjoy.