
Titles in This Set:
Lottie Luna and the Bloom Garden
Lottie Luna and the Twilight Party
Lottie Luna and the Fang Fairy
Lottie Luna and the Giant Gargoyle
Format: Paperback
Overview:
Dive into a charming four-book collection that follows Lottie Luna, a girl who is more than she seems. Lottie is a werewolf with extraordinary gifts—super-strength, super-speed, and X-ray vision—that she’d rather keep tucked away while she navigates the everyday world of school, friendships, and growing up. Written for ages 7–9, these stories blend lighthearted humour with gentle mysteries, clear moral messages, and lots of heart. The adventures showcase Lottie’s longing to be ordinary, even as her powers quietly come to the rescue when friends are in need. The set features Vivian French’s warm, inviting storytelling and Nathan Reed’s lively illustrations, bringing to life a cohesive, accessible fantasy world that rewards curious readers with courage, kindness, and a touch of mischief. It’s the perfect complete series introduction for young readers building confidence in longer chapter-book journeys.
What This Collection Covers:
Across this four-book collection, readers follow Lottie as she wrestles with the pull between normal life and her remarkable abilities. Each story places her in a different scenario that tests friendship, imagination, and resolve. In Bloom Garden, Lottie is drawn into a school mystery when the bloom garden is threatened, highlighting teamwork and ingenuity. Twilight Party invites the birthday surprise of a close friend, offering a warm, character-driven moment where choices about using power matter. Fang Fairy takes readers camping with Lottie and friends, building suspense around a tantalizing mystery tied to a mythical figure. Giant Gargoyle centers on a school talent competition, where Lottie’s talents become a force for good in a high-stakes moment. The collection emphasizes friendship, self-acceptance, and using gifts responsibly, all within age-appropriate, accessible fantasy.
Book-by-Book Guide:
Lottie Luna and the Bloom Garden
Lottie Luna discovers that even the brightest intentions can be challenged by real-world problems when someone starts destroying her school’s bloom garden. With her super-speed and strength, she quietly tests boundaries between secrecy and sharing her powers with friends. The story blends gentle mystery with moments of humor and courage, inviting readers to cheer for Lottie as she learns that leadership often means listening to others and choosing the right moment to act. The celebration of community and stewardship makes this a satisfying start to the set, laying a foundation for empathy and resilience in young readers.
Lottie Luna and the Twilight Party
In a close-knit circle of friends, a birthday celebration becomes a test of how far Lottie will go to help someone she cares about. As she contends with wanting to blend in, she also realises that her powers can bring joy and surprise in responsible ways. The pacing keeps early readers engaged while the character-driven moments reinforce themes of friendship, loyalty, and the value of being true to oneself. It’s a warm, uplifting entry that expands Lottie’s world beyond school corridors into shared celebrations and trusted friendships.
Lottie Luna and the Fang Fairy
Lottie and her friends head into the countryside for a camping adventure, where a whispered legend about a Fang Fairy becomes a real puzzle to solve. The narrative uses suspense to explore teamwork, problem-solving, and the temptation to rely on power too quickly. Lottie’s careful choices and her willingness to put friends first model grounded courage for readers, while the fantasy elements keep the tone light and imaginative. This installment deepens character dynamics and leaves readers eager for the next chapter in Lottie’s growing story.
Lottie Luna and the Giant Gargoyle
The set culminates in a school talent competition, where Lottie must decide when and how to reveal her extraordinary abilities to help her friends. The competition frame adds excitement while reinforcing the overarching message: bravery isn’t about spotlight moments alone but about making thoughtful decisions that protect and support others. With vibrant visuals and steady pacing, this finale delivers a satisfying sense of closure and a strong invitation to revisit the full collection for a second read.
Who This Set Is Perfect For:
Young readers ages 7–9 who are beginning to explore chapter books will love joining Lottie on her four adventures. It’s an ideal gift set for fans of gentle fantasy, school-based stories, and friendship-centered narratives. The approachable length and lovable heroine make this collection well-suited for independent reading or shared readings at home or in the classroom. Parents, guardians, and gift-givers will appreciate the cohesive world-building across the four titles, the confidence-building arcs, and the early literary payoff of following a single, endearing character through multiple, interconnected stories. This set also works beautifully for book clubs focused on friendship themes, or for parents seeking a reliable, engaging series to build reading momentum in young readers.
Key Benefits:
About the Author:
Vivian French is a prolific, award-winning author with a prolific portfolio of children’s books. She has written hundreds of titles and has been recognised with prestigious honors, including an MBE for services to literature, literacy, illustration and the arts in 2016, as well as the Scottish Book Trust’s Outstanding Achievement Award in 2018. French’s work often pairs warmth with whimsy, supported by skilled illustrators who bring her characters to life. In this Lottie Luna series, illustrated by Nathan Reed, French crafts accessible fantasy that invites early readers to imagine boldly while grounding adventures in friendship and everyday experiences. The collaboration between author and illustrator yields a visually inviting, readable package that’s widely loved by young readers and their families.
Why You’ll Love This Set:
This four-book collection delivers a complete, immersive reading experience that young readers can binge with confidence. The consistent tone, endearing protagonist, and gentle mysteries offer ongoing engagement without overwhelming new readers. Owning the full set means the story arcs and character dynamics unfold naturally from one book to the next, providing satisfying continuity and a sense of achievement as readers make their way through Lottie’s world. It’s a thoughtful, high-appeal gift set for birthdays or holidays and a dependable addition to any home or school library looking to inspire a love of reading in imaginative, hopeful ways.
Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.
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