Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2011
Part one of a powerful historical fantasy full of politics, magic and enchantment. The Healing Wars tells of the unusual powers of fifteen year old orphan, Naya. In a world where many have special power, Naya stands out from the other ‘Takers’ on account of her rare ability to move pain from person to person rather than simply remove it.
When the city is filled with the injured survivors of a ferry accident Naya is needed by all but, most importantly, by her sister whose life she can save but her talents also make her a potential weapon to be exploited by The Pain Merchants.
Nya is an orphan struggling for survival in a city crippled by war. She is also a Taker—with her touch, she can heal injuries, pulling pain from another person into her own body.
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Nya is an orphan struggling for survival in a city crippled by war. She is also a Taker—with her touch, she can heal injuries, pulling pain from another person into her own body.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Pain Merchants (The Healing Wars) and determined it is suitable for children aged 11-12 years old
The Pain Merchants (The Healing Wars) features in the following genres: Books of the Month, Recommendations, Featured Books for 11+ readers, Fantasy / Magical, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational
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The Pain Merchants (The Healing Wars) was written by Janice Hardy and published by HarperCollins Children's Books
The Pain Merchants (The Healing Wars) has 296 pages
Yes it is part of The Healing Wars series
