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A Cage of Roots: Book 1 in the Ayla Trilogy Paperback – Illustrated, May 2, 2015

by Matt Griffin (Author, Illustrator)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 9 ratings
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Magic exists beneath our feet, if we only know where to look …

Growing up in a New York orphanage, Ayla has no idea who her family is. It is not until she comes to Ireland that she finds out just how deep her roots really are.

Then her past rises up to haunt her and seeks to destroy her as Ayla is abducted and buried alive in the bowels of the earth.

Above ground, her three best friends set out to find and save her from a fate that has been lying in wait for centuries. Guided by Ayla’s uncles, they must make a treacherous journey that takes them down among the very roots of time.
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  1. Reading age
    12 - 18 years
  2. Book 1 of 3
    Ayla Trilogy
  3. Print length
    240 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    4 - 6
  6. Dimensions
    5.12 x 0.59 x 7.72 inches
  7. Publisher
    The O'Brien Press
  8. Publication date
    May 2, 2015
  9. ISBN-10
    184717681X
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1847176813
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About the Author

Matthew Griffin was born in Dublin and now lives in Ennis. He has garnered a reputation as one of the most eclectic graphic artists in contemporary illustration, collecting awards and accolades for his work in publishing, advertising and, in particular, the field of poster art. His passion for visual design was always married to one for writing. His first children’s novel, A Cage of Roots, was published in 2015. Storm Weaver followed the same characters further into a fantasy odyssey (2016), and The Spiral Path brings the enemy through a time portal to modern-day Ireland.

Matthew Griffin was born in Dublin and now lives in Ennis. He has garnered a reputation as one of the most eclectic graphic artists in contemporary illustration, collecting awards and accolades for his work in publishing, advertising and, in particular, the field of poster art. His passion for visual design was always married to one for writing. His first children’s novel, A Cage of Roots, was published in 2015. Storm Weaver followed the same characters further into a fantasy odyssey (2016), and The Spiral Path brings the enemy through a time portal to modern-day Ireland.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ The O'Brien Press; Illustrated edition (May 2, 2015)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 240 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 184717681X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1847176813
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 12 - 18 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 4 - 6
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.12 x 0.59 x 7.72 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 9 ratings

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Matt Griffin was born in Dublin, Ireland in 1979. He grew up in Co.Meath, surrounded by the ancient places that populate the Irish countryside. This proximity to the ancient gave him a lifelong love of Irish folklore and mythology, which he later applied to his award-winning book series, The Ayla Trilogy.

Matt is also an internationally recognised illustrator, with clients including Disney, Warner Bros, Penguin, Harper Collins and more. His combined passions for writing and art have lead to numerous accolades and a reputation for innovative and distinctive work.

He lives in Ennis, Co.Clare with his wife and two daughters.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Review from Mia, aged 11. "It's a brilliant book, set in Ireland"
Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2015
Review from Mia Madden, aged 11.
This book is about a twelve year old girl named Ayla who has been buried alive, deep underground. Forced to eat boiled puke by horrible, spindly-legged goblins, running out of air and being threatened to be cut to ribbons, Ayla has never been so scared in her life. Meanwhile, above ground, Ayla's three friends and three uncles have noticed her disappearance and are taking it quite seriously. Benvy, Finny and Sean have no idea what is going on when told ancient tales, sent on quests for their lives and being lost underground before Ireland was actually Ireland. Luckily, uncles Taig, Fergus and Lann are there to encourage, teach and guide them on their mission to save their friend. Will they make it in time before Ayla ceases to exist?

I enjoyed this book as it was very well written. It has extremely detailed pictures at the start of each chapter and it's in those chapters there are pages of intrigue. It's a brilliant book, that's set in Ireland, though the main character is American. With stories of fear, hope, loss, fun, adventure, action, battles, betrayal, mystery and triumph, this is an amazing novel with a perfect cliffhanger ending.
I recommend this for readers age 10+.
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