The Curse of the Chocolate Phoenix

Oz and Lily’s magical chocolate-filled adventure continues in the sequel toThe Whizz Pop Chocolate Shop!

In the wrong hands, chocolate can be very dangerous indeed. . . .

Oz and Lily have a top-secret mission. Alba the witch has got her hands on a magical chocolate phoenix and is plotting to use it for some serious evil. With the help of an army of rats and an unreliable talking cat, the children must pursue her not only across London but through time itself. This might be their toughest adventure yet.


Praise for Kate Saunders

Beswitched

A Junior Library Guild Selection

“Hand this to fans of family-related timeslip fantasies, aficionados of historical fiction fans, and those who like a bit of boarding-school drama.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
[set star] “Along with the entertaining magical elements, the universal themes of self-discovery and looking beyond appearances combine into a wholly engaging and enjoyable read.” —Booklist, Starred

“A ripping English boarding-school story with a perceptive heroine and time- travel twist guaranteed to appeal to modern schoolgirls.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Saunders offers a coming-of-age tale against the rich backdrop of full period detail . . . [It] will charm readers.”—Publishers Weekly

Magicalamity

“This book should fly off the shelves, with or without a magic carpet.” —School Library Journal

“A quick, magical romp.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

The Whizz Pop Chocolate Shop

“Reminiscent of Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” —Booklist

“This story has adventure, excitement, humor and magic, and will appeal to boys and girls alike.” —School Library Journal

“A whizz-pop chocolate romp.” —Kirkus Reviews

“A quick pace and intricate plot twists keep excitement high . . . [in] this enjoyable and moving romp through a magical London underworld.” —Publishers Weekly

KATE SAUNDERS has written lots of books for adults and children. She lives in London with her son and her three cats.