The Travelling Restaurant: Jasper’s Adventures in Three Parts

By Barbara Else
Gecko Press, 2011
ISBN 9781877467776
Paperback with flaps $24.99      

Jasper (12) has lost his family as they flee from Fontania, where Provisional Monarch Lady Gall rules and magic is banned. He takes refuge on a strangely mystical sailing ship, The Travelling Restaurant, with Polly and Dr Rocket. Jasper believes his little sister is in danger so the Restaurant heads off in pursuit, gathering colourful characters and creatures, some helpful and some dangerous, as they go. A quirky tale full of invention, adventure, and delectable pie. Ages nine to 14.