Genie in Training

Synopsis of Genie in Training

«Genie in Training» is the children's fantasy and humour novel by Ciaran Murtagh, published by Piccadilly Press in paperback (192 pages, in English).

When Jamie's grandmother gives him an old teapot, the boy discovers that inside lives Balthazar Najar, an exiled genie. Balthazar grants Jamie three wishes, but the last one comes true unexpectedly and turns the boy into a genie, taking him to a magical school with dangerous carpets, explosive lamps and furious headmasters.

First instalment of the Genie Academy series, published in 2012, with illustrations by Adria Meserve. Recommended reading age: 5 to 8 years.

For young readers starting out on children's novels who enjoy magic, school and humour.