Katherine Langrish

I first read this book in 2004. Since then I have constantly revisited it every few years. The tale of young Peer whose shipbuilder father dies leaving him to the care of two wicked uncles resonates with both young and old readers alike as it acts as the catalyst for reshaping and strengthening our protagonist. His innocent love with Hilde, his faithful dog Loki and the clever spirit Nis all strike at the reader's heartstrings. The serpentine Granny Green-Teeth, the hellish trolls and Hilde's father's final return set a captivating pace which avoids all the makings of a Harry Potter knock-off while delivering the same punch.… (mer)

What a bargain, i bought this book and Troll Fell for $5. This is the sequel to Troll Fell and is just as exciting. You never know what sneaky creatures are lurking in the shadows of Troll Mill, waiting to jump out at you! With a piercing squeal - with an anguished wooden groan - with a roar of muffled waters - Troll Mill woke from its sleep. For three years, Troll Mill has stood empty, and Peer Ulfsson has found a home with his friend Hilde. But in the shadows of eerie Troll Fell, surrounded by sly and mischievous creatures, life doesn't remain peaceful for long! Returning from a hard day's fishing, and with a violent storm brewing, Peer watches horror-struck as his friend Kersten rushes to the shore - thrusting her young baby into his arms - and throws herself into the sea. Struggling home with the baby, Peer passes the old mill, once owned by his wicked uncles, and sees the millwheel turning! But it has been derelict for years! Who or what could be lurking in the shadows? This exciting, novel mixes adventure with folklore monsters to create a brilliantly creepy sequel to Troll Fell .… (mer)

This historical fantasy epic weaves together Norse legend, folklore, fantasy creatures and a courageous hero, Peer Ulfsson. When Peer is orphaned his fiendish uncles drag him away to their mill at Troll Fell, a place beset by repugnant trolls. Hilde, the spirited farmer’s daughter, becomes Peer’s friend and along with his dog Loki, who is a fierce troll fighter, and the Nis, a shy creature who helps out when he feels like it, they have many adventures. Peer’s uncles hatch a sinister plot to sell him to the troll king as a wedding gift. As well as escaping that, Peer must look after a baby that appears to be half selkie when its mother, Kersten, returns to the sea. A Viking ship also brings the promise of adventure which Peer and Hilde crave, but they are disturbed by the violent ways of the captain and his son. They sail for the new country of Vinland (North America) where they encounter natives and new mythological creatures. Will they live, will they ever return home, and will Hilde ever realise that she loves Peer as much as he loves her? Included is a helpful glossary along with maps.… (mer)