The Cyclops with Two Eyes
The Cyclops with Two Eyes is the debut children’s book from the award-winning poet and best-selling novelist Paul Perry, and described by Dave Rudden as ‘timeless.’
Never leave the Laurels. That is what Goblin the Crow tells the three kittens, Mocha, Jinx, and Tiny Panda. They live in The Big House far from anywhere. When the Goodoo arrives the three kittens are faced with a decision which will change their lives forever: do they stay and fight or do they flee? Even with the help of Francesca the Owl, Jacob the Centaur, and Kaplan, the Cyclops with Two Eyes, the kittens’ lives will never be the same again. For 8-12 year olds from Ragamuffin Books, 2019.
Praise for The Cyclops with Two Eyes
‘A perfect balance of wonder and peril, mixed with the lyricism and eye for detail that is Perry’s stock in trade, make The Cyclops with Two Eyes a portal back to a time of timeless fable. Rich and detailed, with a touch of Pullman and a touch of Watership Down, this story has that rare sense of a world that’s existed long before we have and will continue to turn after we have gone.’
‘The Cyclops with Two Eyes is a wondrous, captivating tale with a host of delightful characters. Paul Perry has a remarkable gift for capturing the ebullient ups and downs of childhood perfectly. Simply stunning.’
‘An exciting and engaging story that young readers will love, The Cyclops with Two Eyes also tackles important subjects such as loss, friendship, belief and bravery with sensitivity and heart. Through clear and beautiful language, a setting that jumps off the page, and a cast of memorable characters, this first Spy Kitties adventure will make young imaginations soar. A fresh new voice for fans of Holly Webb and Kate DiCamillo.’
‘A perfect balance of wonder and peril, mixed with the lyricism and eye for detail that is Perry’s stock in trade, make The Cyclops with Two Eyes a portal back to a time of timeless fable. Rich and detailed, with a touch of Pullman and a touch of Watership Down, this story has that rare sense of a world that’s existed long before we have and will continue to turn after we have gone.’
- Dave Rudden, author of Knights of the Borrowed Dark.
‘The Cyclops with Two Eyes is a wondrous, captivating tale with a host of delightful characters. Paul Perry has a remarkable gift for capturing the ebullient ups and downs of childhood perfectly. Simply stunning.’
- Caroline Busher, author of The Ghosts of Magnificent Children
‘An exciting and engaging story that young readers will love, The Cyclops with Two Eyes also tackles important subjects such as loss, friendship, belief and bravery with sensitivity and heart. Through clear and beautiful language, a setting that jumps off the page, and a cast of memorable characters, this first Spy Kitties adventure will make young imaginations soar. A fresh new voice for fans of Holly Webb and Kate DiCamillo.’
- E.R. Murray, author of The Book of Shadows
