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The Treasure of the Loch Ness Monster
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26 September 2023

A Loch Ness Monster picture book story inspired by local folklore which has become the classic Nessie story, with magical, atmospheric illustrations.
Ishbel and Kenneth need to save their family from going hungry, so when they remember the old local tale about treasure under Urquhart Castle, they set off across Loch Ness in a rowing boat. But the loch may be hiding its own secrets. There's another ancient story about a giant monster living in the depths� Legends of the Loch Ness Monster abound, but this new tale from renowned Scottish children's author and storyteller Lari Don sidesteps the modern Nessie to create a new Loch Ness Monster myth inspired by local folklore. A perfect companion to bestselling picture book The Secret of the Kelpie, also by Lari Don, this timeless tale of Scotland�s most famous creature, atmospherically brought to life by Natasa Ilincic�s stunning illustrations, is destined to become the classic Loch Ness Monster story.
'Author Lari Don tells a magical tale that has the cadence and all the earmarks of an ancient myth using a monster that will be familiar to most youngsters as the basis. The gorgeous illustrations will carry young readers to the British Isles through enchanting drawings that are filled with charming details. This is a real winner. 5/5.'
– Manhattan Book Review
'Along with atmospheric views of the deep loch's swirling waters and long, low hills beneath cloudy skies, Ilincic crafts a particularly magnificent monster, green, scaly, and dragonesque.'
– Kirkus Reviews
'Imaginatively written and beautifully illustrated [�] Very highly recommended for children ages 3 to 7, 'The Treasure of the Loch Ness Monster' will prove to be an immediate and enduringly popular addition to family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book collections.'
– Midwest Book Review
'Beautifully illustrated in rich warm tones, Loch Ness and its wonderful sea monster come to life for the reader.'
– Youth Services Book Review
'As classic as something from the Grimm Brothers, while also being, somehow, entirely new.'
– Booklist