Raider's Ransom
Summary - It's the 22nd century and, because of climate change, much of England is underwater. Poor Lilly is out fishing with her trusty cat when greedy raiders pillage the town--and kidnap the prime minister's daughter. Her village blamed, Lilly decides to find the girl. Off she sails, in secret. And with a ransom: a mysterious talking jewel. "If I save his daughter," Lilly reasons, "the prime minister's sure to reward me." Little does Lilly know that it will take more than grit to outwit the tricky, treacherous piratical tribes!
Reviews
"Emily Diamand won the first London Times/Chicken House Children's Fiction Competition with this book, beating out more than 2,000 other writers. It's easy to see why. I can't decide which is better, her world building or her characterization." - Book Aunt
"What was really unique about Raiders' Ransom and what made it so cool is that it takes place in the 23rd century but it's like another "dark age." Technology has been killed off and people are living like they did in the past. It was a bit confusing to me at first but once I got used to it, it was really cool." - Katie's Book Blog
"Raider's Ransom has an intriguing and atmospheric setting, and a compelling and fast-paced plot. Although the author is an environmental activist (according to the publisher's website), she maintains a light touch with regard to the environmental aspects of the book. For the most part, she keeps the focus on the characters and the action. In truth, I couldn't put this book down." - Jen Robinson
"The dual narrators also add a broader understanding of this futuristic vision of a drowned Britain, as told from the clear eyes of two very different children of two very different backgrounds." - Book Smugglers
"I love this book because it's very exciting and unique. Emily Diamand certainly worked hard on this book." - Adventures of Kindle Girl
Flood & Fire
Reviews
"The Raider's Ransom books are a good introduction to post-apocalyptic fare for middle grade graders. There is, however, a fair degree of violence in Flood and Fire, with fighting and blood and some gratuitous killing. They are not for the timid. Kids who are ok with the later Harry Potter books, or Suzanne Collins' Underland Chronicles, should be fine." - Jen Robinson
"Flood and Fire is one of the very few books that has made me laugh out loud this year. It's a dystopian novel, but written for a younger audience so there's plenty of adventure and comedy to counterbalance the dark aspects of the story ... " - Chicklish
"Emily Diamand offers another awesome read with her sequel to RAIDERS' RANSOM. Both are unique looks at the future, following the destruction of society known today. She brings up many intriguing ideas, urging readers to think about the tough subjects of war, technology and the environment..." - Kids Reads
"While it is relatively easy to pick up the story in FLOOD AND FIRE, it is best read in sequence for greater appreciation of the richness of the story. With its fast moving plot and scary adventures, it is a terrific futuristic story that is not to be missed! Full sail ahead for a reading adventure! Enjoy!" - Fresh Fiction
Official Author's Site
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Here's an interview with Emily Diamand
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