Thunderpaws and the Tower of London
Nature's Claw Series, Book 1
by Ben Housden
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Pub Date Dec 01 2021 | Archive Date Nov 30 2021
HGP IS Limited | High Gate Press
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Description
“I can be the most famous cat in history? Is that why I’m here? Mum said I was special."
Life as the foremost feline at the world famous Tower of London is not as glamorous as it sounds. The governor wants him out, the ravens are tricking his whiskers, and there are more scheming Royal ghosts than is healthy for anyone. Teufel has his paws pretty full already, but deep within this ancient landmark are mysteries darker and more frightening than he could ever imagine…
– is it too late for Teufel to claw his way out of the danger closing in on every side? Is our hero about to become dog food? Or could it be, as the mouse said, that Thunderpaws is destined to save the world?
‘Fast-paced and funny, Thunderpaws is the first of a series, and packed with a cast of colourful characters you will never forget.’
Colour illustrations by Japan’s MonoKubo
Print layout and chapter ornamentations by Royal College of Art graduate, Robyn Lawrence
Audiobook read by Olivier-nominated actor Adam Gillen
On release, available in colour hardback, colour soft back, ebook and audiobook.
A Note From the Publisher
Advance Praise
Thunderpaws – feedback from blog reviews and advanced copy readers
1. It is chock full of historical detail about the Tower and those murdered there without ever feeling like a history lesson…
2. As an (almost) middle-aged adult I never once felt like I was reading something below my cognitive ability despite this sounding like a children’s tale…
3. Little did I realise, however, quite how much this story would demand my undivided attention…
4. first time since I was 10 that I have fallen head over heels with a protagonist that isn’t human…
5. There is so much to love about this tale, it’s hard to know where to start…
6. a powerful narrative device that draws you even further into his world…
7. ultimate power of this book lies in the characterisation of the hero himself…
8. an incredibly innovative and exciting tale that will appeal to a wide-ranging audience….
9. I cannot recommend it enough…
10. achieves something really special…
11. crafted so perfectly I almost want to stand up and applaud…
12. may be one of my favourite ever scenes of modern literature…
13. illustrations are stunning and truly add value…
14. Smart, funny and incredibly cat-like…
15. writing is just brilliant…
16. my new favourite feline…
17. stunning illustrations…
18. a laugh the whole way through…
19. horrible histories vibes…
20. witty and hilarious…
21. brilliantly clever and witty…
22. absolutely hilarious moments throughout…
23. really did make me laugh out loud…
24. anyone over the age of 9 will enjoy this thoroughly…
25. I’m 27 years old, but absolutely enjoyed every element of it
26. a rip roaring adventure…
27. a rollicking tale…
28. madcap with plenty of mayhem…
29. will keep readers from 9-99 entertained…
30. love the cat speak dictionary…
31. illustrations are fabulous…
32. learn so much about the history…
33. so engaging but just fun at the same time…
34. so fab to be inside the head of a cat…
35. really made me laugh…
36. I finished it last night, absolutely thrilling…
37. Woohoo, loving the book so far…
38. Brilliant new book you must read... PS try not to lose too much sleep…
39. Loved this book sooooo much!
40. Audio book is FANTASTIC as well!!
41. An hilarious (do NOT read this in bed late at night beside a trying-to-sleep bed partner) wild romp of a book…
42. I savoured every word…
43. ostensibly written for children, but exactly the healing laughter balm needed for all adults….
44. MonoKubo's illustrations shine with an intensity of light seldom seen outside of a Turner painting…
45. Robyn Lawrence's layout is pure genius…
46. Everything is top drawer. The quality of the paper. The choices of type. Even the heft of the book shouts quality. Story line is immediately engaging, fresh and creative. Artwork more than appropriate. Kudos, Ben, you’ve done it!
47. I was really lost for words to describe it. It was so different from anything else I have read
48. Loved the way it rattled along and I did find it difficult to put down for long.
49. I enjoyed it immensely because it was unpredictable - I couldn’t guess where you were going to take me next. I saw the episodic quality about it and how it would make a good animation or film.
50. A ruddy good read - it’s playing havoc with my sleep routine - just got to read a couple of pages more
Marketing Plan
Targeted at the cat, London and fantasy gift markets, the story appeals to adults and children alike, with a similar drama level to the Harry Potters.
The story is such that even non cat-likers actively enjoy it. MonoKubo has 350,000 followers and has provided stunning artwork, Robyn is a graduate of one of the world's best art schools and has produced an amazing print layout that makes reading more like watching a play, and Adam is an acclaimed UK actor across theatre, TV and film and has acted over 40 voices for the audiobook.
Available in print, ebook and audio, initially through major online platforms, Thunderpaws should be available through traditional print distribution channels in 2022.
Further information available from the author.
Featured Reviews
Monica B, Librarian
Thunderpaws was a delightful book to read, full of history, magic, and humor. I would recommend this light-hearted mystery to anyone who enjoyed the Harry Potter series as well as all cat lovers out there.
Katie H, Reviewer
Loved it. Lighthearted and fun. Kept me reading all day and I read it in a day. Perfect for any magical Harry
Potter fans. Definitely recommend
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