Castle in the Air (Howl’s Moving Castle, #2)
by Diana Wynne Jones
Castle in the Air by Diana Wynne Jones holds a well received rating of 3.93 out of 5, based on 23K reader ratings. First published in 1990. The book spans 298 pages.
About Castle in the Air
In which a humble young carpet merchant wins, then loses, the princess of his dreamsFar to the south of the land of Ingary, in the Sultanates of Rashpuht, there lived in the city of Zanzib a young and not very prosperous carpet dealer named Abdullah who loved to spend his time daydreaming. He was content with his life and his daydreams until, one day, a stranger sold him a magic carpet.That very night, the carpet flew him to an enchanted garden. There, he met and fell in love with the beauteous princess Flower-in-the-Night, only to have her snatched away, right under his very nose, by a wicked djinn. With only his magic carpet and his wits to help him, Abdullah sets off to rescue his princess....
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Diana Wynne Jones |
| Published | 1990 |
| Pages | 298 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Romance |
| Average Rating | 3.93 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 22,964 |
Reader Ratings & Analysis
Rating Overview
How It Compares
Frequently Asked Questions
What genre is Castle in the Air?
Castle in the Air is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Castle in the Air worth reading?
Based on 23K reader ratings, Castle in the Air has an average score of 3.93 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Castle in the Air?
Castle in the Air has 298 pages.
Who wrote Castle in the Air?
Castle in the Air was written by Diana Wynne Jones. It was first published in 1990.
What is the ISBN for Castle in the Air?
The ISBN-13 for Castle in the Air is 9780064473450.0.
Data sourced from community book ratings and reviews. Last updated: April 14, 2026
