By Nadine Aisha Jassat (author) , Flavia Sorrentino (illustrator)
"A beautifully crafted verse novel with a fast-paced, engaging plot."
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Nadine Aisha Jassat’s The House at the Edge of the World is a beautifully crafted verse novel with a fast-paced, engaging plot. Clever and lively illustrations by Flavia Sorrentino support the magically enchanting story and readers’ hearts and imaginations will be captured from the very first page.
At the centre of the novel is Amal, a thoughtful and anxious young girl whose family is reeling from the loss of their home and livelihoods. When a mysterious letter arrives, apparently from a long-lost relative, they find themselves moving to a crumbling house perched at the very edge of a cliff—a place that, at first, seems more haunted than hopeful. But as the story unfolds, so does the magic of the house, which begins to reveal itself as not just a shelter, but a sanctuary—deeply attuned to the needs, fears, and hopes of each family member.
The novel explores themes of love, loss, and belonging. There is a touch of mystery, a sprinkle of magic, and an abundance of emotional truth - and there’s a goat. The characters are clever, layered, and utterly believable. Jassat writes with warmth and sensitivity, bringing Amal’s journey of self-discovery to life as she uncovers the secrets of the house—and, in doing so, unlocks her own strength and voice.
This story is also rich with deeper reflections: the power of names and words, the quiet resilience of libraries, and the way stories—especially those about people who are "different"—can either confine or liberate. The novel is effortlessly inclusive, gently challenging readers to consider how society treats outsiders, and how truth and acceptance can help reclaim both identity and home.
As the family grows to love their new surroundings, a fresh challenge arises—an unexpected threat to their right to stay. Amal and her family must race to prove that this strange, wonderful house truly belongs to them—and that they belong in it.
The House at the Edge of the World is a lovely book: moving, magical, and filled with meaning. Perfect for readers aged 9 and up, it’s a story whose warmth will stay with you long after the final page.
Hope House is more than just a building - it's a place of magic and mystery. . .
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When Amal and her family unexpectedly inherit the enchanted clifftop home, they can't believe their luck. But their joy is short-lived when a mysterious couple arrives, claiming the house is theirs and giving Amal's family just thirty days to pack up their stuff and leave before they demolish it completely.
The clock is ticking, and Amal is determined to save Hope House from destruction. How will she unravel the secrets of the house and its mysterious benefactor in time to save it?
A page-turning, lyrical mystery with a magical twist, perfect for fans of Matt Goodfellow, Onjali Q. Raúf and Disney's Encanto. Featuring accessible text in verse and beautiful illustrations throughout.
Nadine Aisha Jassat is an award-winning writer, and author of poetry collection Let Me Tell You This , shortlisted for the Edwin Morgan Poetry Award and a Herald Scottish Culture Award for Outstanding Literature. She has been published widely, including in It's Not About The Burqa (shortlisted for the Foyles Non-Fiction Book of the Year), and has taught and performed internationally and across the UK.
Nadine delivers creative practice work filled with heart, which addresses social justice, builds community, and supports participants to connect to and grow their voices. She often works with schools and youth groups, as well as arts and equality organisations, and has worked with libraries in the UK and around the world. She is a regular borrower in hers.
Nadine lives in Edinburgh, and grew up in the North of England with a Yorkshire mum and a Zimbabwean dad. She is of mixed heritage; a heritage which can only be told in stories.
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Hope House is more than just a building - it's a place of magic and mystery. . .When Amal and her family unexpectedly inherit the enchanted clifftop home, they can't believe their luck. But their joy is short-lived when a mysterious couple arrives, claiming the house is theirs and giving Amal's family just thirty days to pack up their stuff and leave before they demolish it completely.The clock is ticking, and Amal is determined to save Hope House from destruction.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The House at the Edge of the World and determined it is suitable for children aged 9-12 years old
The House at the Edge of the World features in the following genres: Featured Books for 9+ readers, Featured Books for 11+ readers, Recommendations, Star Books, Adventure Stories, Crime & Mystery, Romance / Relationship Stories, Stories in Verse, PSHE: Multiculturalism, Diversity and Inclusion, PSHE: Self-Awareness, Self-Esteem and Wellbeing, Personal Social Health Economic (PSHE), Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Multicultural, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational
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The House at the Edge of the World was written by Nadine Aisha Jassat and published by Orion Children's Books an imprint of Hachette Children's Group
The House at the Edge of the World has 308 pages
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