On Silver Tides
Publisher: Andersen Press
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Kelda has always protected her little sister Isla from danger on the rivers, and from the suspicions of their community. For Isla cannot breathe underwater - and so her very existence is forbidden by silvermen's Lore. Now the rivers of England are growing sick: monstrous creatures are awakening and a fierce torrent of blame falls upon Kelda's family. When betrayal comes, the sisters escape on a desperate journey upstream. Joining forces with a mysterious boy, Kelda discovers the darkest depths of her kind's secret history. But to save both her sister and the very life of Britain's waterways, Kelda will have to make a sacrifice - one that will change her life forever.
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Press reviews
'Has the timeless power and craftsmanship of a classic' -- Sunday Times, Book of the Week
'A shimmering, stark, original novel, richly characterised and unforgettably atmospheric' - The Guardian
'A haunting, lyrical fable... Beautiful and thought-provoking' - The Irish Times
'Broodingly atmospheric, this is a richly imagined world' - The Daily Mail
'Sure to be a future classic' - The Bookseller, Book of the Month
'A spellbinding adventure' - ReadingZone, Author of the Month
'Elegant and witty... Richly imagined and written with authority' - Literary Review
'Stunning and original fantasy' - Book Trust
'An incredible escape into fantasy that hints at the world we live in' - Inis Magazine
'A truly wonderful read with excellent character and world building' - Peters, Book of the Week
'Clever and beautifully atmospheric... It's brilliant' - Sue & Pakka's
'If you're looking for immersive, stand alone fantasy with rich world building and a thrilling, emotional story, then look no further' - Read Nerdy With Me
'A shimmering, stark, original novel, richly characterised and unforgettably atmospheric' - The Guardian
'A haunting, lyrical fable... Beautiful and thought-provoking' - The Irish Times
'Broodingly atmospheric, this is a richly imagined world' - The Daily Mail
'Sure to be a future classic' - The Bookseller, Book of the Month
'A spellbinding adventure' - ReadingZone, Author of the Month
'Elegant and witty... Richly imagined and written with authority' - Literary Review
'Stunning and original fantasy' - Book Trust
'An incredible escape into fantasy that hints at the world we live in' - Inis Magazine
'A truly wonderful read with excellent character and world building' - Peters, Book of the Week
'Clever and beautifully atmospheric... It's brilliant' - Sue & Pakka's
'If you're looking for immersive, stand alone fantasy with rich world building and a thrilling, emotional story, then look no further' - Read Nerdy With Me
Advance reviews
"This book is a gift of rare imagination and luminous writing. I haven't read something so original and immersive in a long time. On Silver Tides is a classic in the making and I loved every word" -- Katya Balen
"On Silver Tides is a beautifully constructed book about the love of family and the importance of embracing what we don't understand. I was with Kelda through every triumph and betrayal, every hurt and heartbreak. Bishop's writing transforms Britain into a magical network of rivers, channels and lochs that will fill you with wonder" -- Ann Sei Lin
"I loved this book so much. It feels to me like a contemporary classic: thoughtful, literary, with clear and gorgeous prose, yet urgent and relevant. It touches painlessly and obliquely on our own troubled relationship with the environment, but above all it's a great story with vivid, complex and lovable characters. The world-building reminded me of Susanna Clarke in its rich and playful inventiveness. I absolutely loved it and can't wait to read more by Sylvia Bishop!" -- Alice Winn
"Sylvia Bishop has a written a whole new world in On Silver Tides, with its own myths and history. It's a watery Twilight, or a freshwater version of Helen Dunmore's Ingo books. The kind of storytelling that stops your breath and weaves knots around your heart. Exquisite, and hard to leave behind" -- Nicola Penfold
"Spellbinding storytelling brilliance - I absolutely loved it" -- Katharine Orton
"This is a gorgeous book full of heart, drama and beauty. I loved the way Sylvia Bishop wove threads of old folklore into her vivid and original fantasy Britain. I was completely engrossed in Kelda’s world from the cosy family canal-boat to the terrors and thrills of the open sea. I found the story to be both a moving tale of family, friendship and growing up, and a thoughtful reflection on learning to live with uncertainty. It is one of those rare books I’ll want to read again and again. I loved it, and very much look forward to the sequel." -- Anna Kemp
"On Silver Tides is a beautifully constructed book about the love of family and the importance of embracing what we don't understand. I was with Kelda through every triumph and betrayal, every hurt and heartbreak. Bishop's writing transforms Britain into a magical network of rivers, channels and lochs that will fill you with wonder" -- Ann Sei Lin
"I loved this book so much. It feels to me like a contemporary classic: thoughtful, literary, with clear and gorgeous prose, yet urgent and relevant. It touches painlessly and obliquely on our own troubled relationship with the environment, but above all it's a great story with vivid, complex and lovable characters. The world-building reminded me of Susanna Clarke in its rich and playful inventiveness. I absolutely loved it and can't wait to read more by Sylvia Bishop!" -- Alice Winn
"Sylvia Bishop has a written a whole new world in On Silver Tides, with its own myths and history. It's a watery Twilight, or a freshwater version of Helen Dunmore's Ingo books. The kind of storytelling that stops your breath and weaves knots around your heart. Exquisite, and hard to leave behind" -- Nicola Penfold
"Spellbinding storytelling brilliance - I absolutely loved it" -- Katharine Orton
"This is a gorgeous book full of heart, drama and beauty. I loved the way Sylvia Bishop wove threads of old folklore into her vivid and original fantasy Britain. I was completely engrossed in Kelda’s world from the cosy family canal-boat to the terrors and thrills of the open sea. I found the story to be both a moving tale of family, friendship and growing up, and a thoughtful reflection on learning to live with uncertainty. It is one of those rare books I’ll want to read again and again. I loved it, and very much look forward to the sequel." -- Anna Kemp
