num_pages: 366
description: A striking middle-grade debut in the tradition of The Chronicles of Narnia and The Golden Compass When a mysterious parcel arrives at her familys new home eleven-year-old Lin Rosenquist has a curious feeling shes meant to discover whats inside. Much to Lins surprise the ornate key contained in the parcel unlocks a spellbinding world called Sylver hidden behind the cellar door. Sylver is an enchanting land of eternal winter inhabited by animals that shared a special connection with children in the real world either as beloved pets or tamed wild animals. In death they are delivered to Sylver where they take on a curiously human-like form and still watch over the children they cherish. While Lin is overjoyed to be reunited with her beloved pet Rufus she soon learns that the magic of the Petlings and Wilders is failing and snow trolls want to claim Sylver for themselves. Lin must discover a way to stop them and save this enchanted world. Full of charm suspense and heartfelt emotion this memorable classic in the making will leave readers breathless.
language: English
title: The Twistrose Key
publisher: Dial Books for Young Readers