Born in Hexton, Fray has lived away from the town since an incident with his parents when he was small. But now the magic that has been hidden is rearing its head so he is back, but not everybody is pleased to see him. Many of the town's residents blame him for the the fact the the town's magic has been broken and he needs to try to regain their trust. However, there are those who believe that Fray could be the solution to the town's problems. With Fray in possession of a Croxometer, one of the most powerful magical objects in existence, he must protect himself and the device whilst also trying to save Hexton. But can Fray live up to his legacy?
Fray is a complex character: he's just lost the person who had been looking after him so feels very alone; he isn't really aware of his magic or of what lead to his parents disappearing all those years ago. Really, he's just looking for answers and someone to help him but he finds that the people of Hexton aren't always friendly towards him. His magic is growing and he finds himself quite out of his depth with everything, especially as he learns more about his background and the fact that Hexton is loosing its magic. He suddenly becomes the focus of everyone's attention as a way to save the town - it's a lot of responsibility.
I've always been a fan of Amy's books and her ability to weave a world of magic and intrigue from the words on the page. The Trouble With Magic is no exception: the town of Hexton comes to life as you read and you find yourself swept through the streets with Fray. The writing and the adventure merge seamlessly to create a magical story that will leave you wanting to know what is going to happen next.
Perfect for fans of Anna James, Vashti Hardy and Michelle Harrison The Hexton Chronicles: The Trouble With Magic publishes on the 10th September.
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