Stoneheart trilogy

The Stoneheart Trilogy is a series of children's fantasy novels written by Charlie Fletcher. The trilogy consists of three books: Stoneheart, Ironhand, and Silvertongue. The series is set in a magical version of London, where statues and sculptures come to life.

Plot Overview

The story begins with a young boy named George Chapman who, after an altercation with a statue, finds himself in a parallel version of London. In this world, statues and gargoyles, known as "spits" and "taints," are alive and have their own agendas. George is joined by a girl named Edie Laemmel, who has the ability to see the past of objects by touching them, a skill known as "glinting."

Stoneheart

Stoneheart is the first book in the trilogy. It introduces George and Edie as they navigate the dangerous world of living statues. George accidentally breaks a small stone dragon from a wall, which sets off a chain of events that thrusts him into the hidden world of London. He must find a way to mend the damage he has caused while being pursued by the malevolent Walker.

Cover of Stoneheart, the first book in the trilogy.

Ironhand

In Ironhand, the second book, George continues his quest to understand his role in the conflict between the spits and taints. He discovers more about his own abilities and the history of the statues. Edie's powers also grow, and together they face new challenges and adversaries.

Silvertongue

The final book, Silvertongue, brings the trilogy to a climax. George and Edie must confront the ultimate threat to both the real and magical worlds of London. The story explores themes of courage, friendship, and the power of history and memory.

Characters

• George Chapman: The protagonist, a young boy who becomes embroiled in the world of living statues.
• Edie Laemmel: A girl with the ability to "glint," or see the past of objects.
• The Gunner: A statue who becomes an ally to George and Edie.
• The Walker: The main antagonist, a sinister figure who seeks to control the magical world.

Themes

The Stoneheart Trilogy explores themes such as the nature of history, the power of memory, and the importance of courage and friendship. The series also delves into the idea of hidden worlds existing alongside our own and the impact of the past on the present.

Related pages

• Charlie Fletcher
• Children's fantasy literature
• London in fiction