Pip lives in a world filled with magical creatures and she has a special skill that no-one else has – she can speak to them. Her talent can also get her into big trouble, such as the unfortunate (but hilarious) incident of the unicorn stampede.

Pip’s aunt is a vet for magical creatures and when Pip gets to help her for the summer it’s a dream come true. But then the Fuzzles take over the town, bursting into flames at the worst possible moments. Pip and her new friend, Tomas, who is allergic to practically everything, must figure out how to control them before the town burns to the ground.

This is a fun magical adventure for animal lovers, brought to life by Jackson Pearce’s talent with words and Maggie Stiefvater’s trademark witty and fun illustrations. An enjoyable read for ages 8 and up.

Angela Crocombe