Li
June 8th, 2009 · No Comments
In this thought-provoking mystery book set in China during the Qin dynasty (219 BC), Li Fu is a boy whose great aim is to join the army and dedicate his life to serving the first Emperor as an archer.
Although the story is fictitious, it is historically correct, being based on events occurring when the first Emperor was building his terracotta army. However, when it is found that he is the only one that can calm the Emperor with harp music Li Fu uncovers a plot to assassinate the Emperor and has a race against time to prevent this. WARNING – this story is written in the first person and is a page-turner, which draws you into Li Fu’s mind! The author really does deliver what she promises and more.
You should choose this book because it draws you away from television and brings you into another world. It is beautifully illustrated by Helen Flook – including the attractive cover, which encourages you to look inside. The author, who is Canadian, has written many children’s books and often visits schools and libraries to present her work. I hope that she will visit my school sometime, as I would be interested to meet her.
Kieran Jones (8) St Nicolas’ School, Portslade, East Sussex
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