When Philip is dragged away by his kite to a far off island, he meets his new friends the Beavers who tell him of the terrible danger that threatens them. The wicked witch Oyin has imprisoned most of the island's inhabitants in Beaver Towers. As soon as her powers are complete she will put them all to death and rule the island! Dum, dum, duuuummm!

This book is perfect really for anyone in the lower school in terms of developing vocabulary, but for anyone at all in terms of a gripping read that will often keep you on the edge of your seats. One of my teachers read it to me when I was in school and I remember the whole class being captivated by what would happen next. Also, it's not a particularly long book and so you will never feel overwhelmed trying to read it.