“Funny, wonderfully imaginative and beautifully illustrated the Knitbone Pepper books are highly recommended…an irresistible series.”  Charlotte Heathcote The Daily Express 

“This novel is SO funny…Barker’s crisp, considered writing feels like a breath of fresh air” My Book Corner. 

“Her writing is a joy to read aloud.” Andy Shepherd, author

“ Rather than reminding me of any specific book from when I was little, it brought back the feeling I got from reading the very best of them. The ones I loved. That indescribable buzz of a book that just seems to have got everything spot on.” Bellis Does Books (Picklewitch and Jack)

“Utterly beguiling” Charlotte Eyre The Bookseller ( Hettie Nettle’s Handbook for Hedgewitches)