Far, far away, jutting out into the emptiness beyond, lies the Edge. Filled with strange peoples and terrifying creatures, this is a world unlike any other, where action–and danger–await at every turn. Abandoned at birth in the dangerous Deepwoods, young Twig has been brought up by a family of woodtrolls. He has always thought he was one of them, until, one cold night, he finds out he’s not. Soon he sets off to find out who he really is, and he does the unthinkable–he strays from the path. So begins the heart-stopping adventure that will take Twig through a nightmarish world of goblins and trogs, bloodthirsty beasts and flesh-eating trees. Only two things keep Twig going: the hopes of discovering his true identity and finding his destiny. Step to the Edge and enter a thrilling new fantasy series filled with amazing characters and unimaginable adventures--and see for yourself what lies beyond!
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"This was one of the darker children's books I have read in awhile. I am a huge fan of Chris Riddell's "Ottoline" series and drawing style, so this had been on my to read list for awhile. You are rewarded with Riddell's fanciful drawings, of which, amazingly, offer up a visual guide to Stewart's original world. Let's just say the peril factor is right up there with the 7th Harry Potter book. Its constant, and at times feels unrelenting. Not the stuff for the faint of heart (of which I obviously am), but definitely a work to hand a fantasy fiction fan. A truly original creation that I will have in my head for awhile."
— Donna (4 out of 5 stars)
" Wonderful names for many fanciful creatures. "
— Anne, 2/15/2014" A great reread for a wonderful series. This book still resonates even though I already know what is going to happen. "
— Olivia, 2/5/2014" The story had interesting creatures and a long harrowing journey. My son didn't really like the main character so that limited our enjoyment of this book. We are reading the second book in the hope that our protagonist will not be such a victom. "
— MeLisa, 1/24/2014" This was pretty good. The writing wasn't amazing but the storyline carried me away. I will read more of this series. I don't think young kids should read it, though - there are some very gross action scenes and also death issues. "
— Laila, 1/12/2014" a good juvenile fiction book. i enjoyed listening to the descriptions of the different creatures and the sky pirates. i wouldn't recommend letting a kid under at least 10 reading it. "
— Sonya, 1/11/2014" I liked the illustrations, and I really liked the whole journey. The adventures were great and some of the characters were really cleverly constructed. But I just felt like the story was too disconnected and choppy. I needed more flow, more continuity. "
— Molly, 1/10/2014" It was this guy who went in the deep woods and would find wears things and kill them. i DONT recamend this book because it is not detail and slow the whole time. "
— Mr., 1/6/2014" This was an OK book with lots of magical creatures. "
— Nukeyeti, 1/5/2014" The Edge Chronicles one of my favorite series. I love this book because of it's plot and the action and in the book but it also get's sad at parts. It is a outstanding book! "
— Will, 1/4/2014" This book was imaginative and fun, but not interesting enough to hold my attention. From the beginning it is fairly clear what is going to happen. I will probably not finish the series. "
— Lynette, 1/3/2014" I read this to my first grade class. They really liked Twig's adventures. This author sure uses lots of imagination to create strange creatures. I liked the underlying story of Twig wondering who he is, where he came from, and finally realizing he does have a father. Very nicely done. "
— Kathy, 1/1/2014" I picked this up because it was recommended to fans of the Lemony Snicket series. It was a little too gross for my tastes, but I can see older boys, and even young teenagers getting into the adventure of it. "
— Janelle, 12/28/2013" keren untuk ceritanya... double keren untuk ilustrasinya... "
— Yulibean, 12/26/2013" This book began my fantasy journey when I bought and read it in England in 2007. "
— Mikka, 12/7/2013" This is one of my favourie books ever!!You will love this book. "
— Sacha, 11/17/2013" I really likked it because it went over everything in that world. I've read it before but forgot most of it. "
— Brinlie, 11/14/2013" I really liked the fact that it was a big book and there were pictures here and there to explain the sometimes complex ideas. I recommend this book to the younger, if they want to get into reading. "
— Chamelionhands, 10/23/2013" Very strange book, really couldn't get into it too many different kinds of people. "
— Sharae, 10/2/2013" Alright - if a bit involved in the new types of creatures and such. Kind of a lot for a young one to pick up and a bit scary at times for my little one - but a bit older child might really enjoy it. "
— Lisa, 9/2/2013" Cute story, but not a very involved plot. It was a quick easy read with pretty illustrations. "
— Charity, 8/29/2013" Bleh, althought I do like the Banderbear! I thought this would be much better given the fantastic setting. "
— Jennifer, 8/28/2013" I struggled through this one. The story felt really random. I don't think I'd read anymore. "
— Cori, 8/13/2013" I read this book with a few friends and we all loved it! Occasionally slow, but never enough that you couldn't forgive the author and continue. Great fantasy adventure! "
— Veronica, 6/22/2013" This is the first book in the Edge Chronicles. It takes place on a massive edge, a world filled with many original creatures. I think this is the best book in the series, and it starts to go downhill after this one. "
— Tennessee10, 6/14/2013" A great reread for a wonderful series. This book still resonates even though I already know what is going to happen. "
— Olivia, 5/4/2013" This is a great series. Full of unusual characters, adventure, friendship, loyalty and fun. "
— Flower, 4/25/2013" This book was imaginative and fun, but not interesting enough to hold my attention. From the beginning it is fairly clear what is going to happen. I will probably not finish the series. "
— Lynette, 2/17/2013" Not as good as I thought it was going to be. "
— Heather, 2/7/2013" It was cute, and a nice set-up. Basically, it's Dr. Seuss meets Skies of Arcadia. Lots of potential here. This being the first book, it features a lot of introduction and description, so I'd recommend continuing the series after this. I look forward to further adventures. "
— Jonathan, 9/29/2012" Beyond the deepwoods was filled with action. However, I felt it lacked character development. It was hard to really feel anything about those in the story. The ending did somewhat reconcile some of the poor character development. I thought it was just okay. "
— Cat, 5/31/2012" At first this seemed a typical kid's fantasy book. Each chapter introduced you to a new and dnagerous situation and the hero's life was in peril once again. The creatures were very imaginative and Twig was quite loveable. Some of the situations were bordering on gross. A fun book. "
— Eryn, 4/29/2012" I like the idea of the protagonists being trolls, as opposed to the more traditional pretty humans and elves, but the protagonist is so incredibly whiny, I had a hard time finishing this book. "
— Jennifer, 1/7/2012" Great series for boys, it's a little bit gritty and gross but the story and imagination behind it is top notch. "
— Madeline, 12/4/2011" My kids and I listened to this audio-with a fantastic reader. The first two chapters took a bit to get into, but then it was nonstop exciting adventures and imaginative creatures. Halfway through the story we checked the book out and realized it had amazing pictures to accompany the story too. "
— Michelle, 11/12/2011" My kids and I listened to this audio-with a fantastic reader. The first two chapters took a bit to get into, but then it was nonstop exciting adventures and imaginative creatures. Halfway through the story we checked the book out and realized it had amazing pictures to accompany the story too. "
— Michelle, 11/4/2011" a bit too much for my 4yo and 7yo (listening to CD), but my older kids and I are enjoying it. "
— Kim, 10/17/2011" Very interesting book that I enjoyed reading. If you want to read this though and like to finish series I suggest you read my review on book 2Stormchaser: The Edge Chronicles "
— Warren, 9/19/2011" The Various was a tad too old for Huckle so we are switching to Beyond the Deepwoods.... Kinda excited. "
— culley, 7/30/2011" Good start to a series The Edge Chronicles. Looking forward to sharing Twig's journey as a Sky Pirate with Noah. "
— Amanda, 4/23/2011" I stretched my normal book style so I could make recommendations for the kids and I LOVED this. I've had a bunch of kids read it and everyone likes it. "
— Julias14, 4/22/2011" Oops, someone forgot to have a plot. For me it is impossible to attach to characters, generate any tension, or follow a story arc with out a plot. "
— Yankey, 4/22/2011" I stretched my normal book style so I could make recommendations for the kids and I LOVED this. I've had a bunch of kids read it and everyone likes it. "
— Julias14, 4/22/2011" Oops, someone forgot to have a plot. For me it is impossible to attach to characters, generate any tension, or follow a story arc with out a plot. "
— Yankey, 4/22/2011" It was a weir and cool book. <br/>I am defenitly putting it on my favorites list. "
— Aram, 4/19/2011" It was a weir and cool book. <br/>I am defenitly putting it on my favorites list. "
— Aram, 4/19/2011" this book is my favorite i have ever read, and i have read plenty of books. after reading this book i just couldn't wait to read the other 9. YOU MUST READ THIS BOOK. IT IS A 10,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 STAR BOOK! "
— Bell, 3/17/2011" this book is my favorite i have ever read, and i have read plenty of books. after reading this book i just couldn't wait to read the other 9. YOU MUST READ THIS BOOK. IT IS A 10,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 STAR BOOK! "
— Bell, 3/17/2011" I liked this book, but it was sad in the middle. "
— Anjulina, 3/11/2011" I liked this book, but it was sad in the middle. "
— Anjulina, 3/11/2011" It's marketed as a kids' book, but I wouldn't let my kids read it. It is too gross, illustrated by pictures that left little to the imagination icky-ness-wise. It's one thing to read it, another to see it in pictures. Won't be reading the rest of the series. "
— Jessica, 1/25/2011" It's marketed as a kids' book, but I wouldn't let my kids read it. It is too gross, illustrated by pictures that left little to the imagination icky-ness-wise. It's one thing to read it, another to see it in pictures. Won't be reading the rest of the series. "
— Jessica, 1/25/2011Paul Stewart is the author of many books for children and with Chris Riddell is the creator of the hugely successful Edge Chronicles series. He lives in Brighton, England with his family.
Chris Riddell is the co-creator of the bestselling Edge Chronicles series, with Paul Stewart. He is an award winning illustrator of many children’s books including the Pirate Diary. He is also the political cartoonist for the Observer.
Clive Mantle’s theater work includes Coming Clean, A Streetcar Named Desire, and Educating Rita. He has been nominated for an Olivier Award, and, for his performance as Lennie in Of Mice and Men, he was joint Best Newcomer in the Plays and Players Awards. He has also appeared in many films, including Alien 3 and White Hunter, Black Heart.