Children & Teen Fiction Books
Hachette Children's Group Famous Five Five Go Off In A Caravan
Book SynopsisMeet Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timothy. Together they are THE FAMOUS FIVE - Enid Blyton''s most popular adventure series. All 21 titles also available as audiobooks!In book five, the Famous Five go on a caravan holiday. When they stumble across a circus troupe, the gang are thrilled. But some of the circus people have more sinister plans than just clowning around...This edition features the original cover art and inside illustrations by Eileen Soper.Trade ReviewThese stories are perfect to share with children as they snuggle down in their bunks and will spur them on to find adventure the morning after. * Caravan & Motorhome Club Magazine *
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Hachette Children's Group Famous Five Five Go Off To Camp
Book SynopsisMeet Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timothy. Together they are THE FAMOUS FIVE - Enid Blyton''s most popular adventure series. All 21 titles also available as audiobooks!In book seven, the Famous Five investigate spook trains in the dead of night. The trains seem to vanish into thin air, but where do they go? The Five discover an unusual underground tunnel system and a secret train-service.If they follow the tracks, will they solve the mystery?This edition features the original cover art and inside illustrations by Eileen Soper.
£6.99
Hachette Children's Group Famous Five Five Have A Wonderful Time
Book SynopsisMeet Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timothy. Together they are THE FAMOUS FIVE - Enid Blyton''s most popular adventure series. All 21 titles also available as audiobooks!In book eleven, the Famous Five are on an adventurous holiday in horse-drawn caravans. They discover a ruined castle that looks deserted. But is that a face at the window? Or is it a trick of the light?Just who is hiding in the castle?This edition features the original cover art and inside illustrations by Eileen Soper.
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Hachette Children's Group Famous Five Five Have Plenty Of Fun
Book SynopsisMeet Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timothy. Together they are THE FAMOUS FIVE - Enid Blyton''s most popular adventure series. All 21 titles also available as audiobooks!In book fourteen, George is not pleased when Berta, a spoilt American girl, turns up at Kirrin Cottage in the dead of night. But George hasn''t got time to be jealous, Berta is in hiding from kidnappers. The Famous Five are the only ones who can protect her - but will they take on dangerous criminals to help out a stranger?This edition features the original cover art and inside illustrations by Eileen Soper.
£10.66
Hachette Children's Group Famous Five Five Go To Billycock Hill
Book SynopsisMeet Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timothy. Together they are THE FAMOUS FIVE - Enid Blyton''s most popular adventure series. All 21 titles also available as audiobooks!In book sixteen, it''s holiday time at Billycock Hill and the Famous Five make new friend - a real pilot! But when he disappears with top secret equipment, the Five begin to wonder if their new friend could be a spy, or worse, a traitor.Whatever his motives, the gang feel duty-bound to investigate...This edition features the original cover art and inside illustrations by Eileen Soper.
£999.99
Hachette Children's Group Famous Five Five On Finniston Farm
Book SynopsisMeet Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timothy. Together they are THE FAMOUS FIVE - Enid Blyton''s most popular adventure series. All 21 titles also available as audiobooks!In book eighteen, the Famous Five hunt for the lost dungeons of a ruined castle on Finniston Farm. The friends are determined to find them, and whatever they hide, but they are not alone. Can the Famous Five get there first?This edition features the original cover art and inside illustrations by Eileen Soper.
£6.99
Hachette Children's Group Famous Five Five Have A Mystery To Solve
Book SynopsisMeet Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timothy. Together they are THE FAMOUS FIVE - Enid Blyton''s most popular adventure series. All 21 titles also available as audiobooks!In book twenty, the Famous Five visit Whispering Island, another mysterious place with a million stories surrounding it. Is it really haunted? It''s all fun and games until the Five get stranded there and realise they''re not the only ones on the island. This edition features original cover art and inside illustrations by Eileen Soper.
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Hachette Children's Group Oscar Wilde Stories for Children
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Hachette Children's Group Bend It Like Beckham
Book SynopsisIf you're 18, love Beckham and can bend a ball like him the world's your oyster, right? Wrong. If you're Jess - 18, Indian and a girl - forget it.Trade ReviewThis is a really excellent book -- I saw the film but the book is better! -- Danielle Lewis, Craigmount High * Teen Titles *Why did I like this book? Simple! It was brilliant. Hilarious and sad. -- Kylie Hughes, Heysham High School * Lancashire Children's Book of the Year Award *A brilliant read -- Gemma Ashcroft, 17 * Boox *Sheer joy to read * AllinfoaboutchildrensbooksUK.com *
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Hachette Children's Group Oscar Wilde Stories For Children
Book SynopsisDiscover one of Ireland''s most-loved poets and playwrights'' charming tales in this beautifully illustrated story collection. From the happy prince who learns to help those in need, to the selfish giant who discovers the redemptive power of love, children will find their new favourite stories in Oscar Wilde''s timeless classics.Titles included are:The Selfish GiantThe Nightingale and the RoseThe Devoted FriendThe Happy PrinceThe Remarkable RocketThe Young KingTrade ReviewBeautifully written, timeless and moving, Oscar Wilde's children's stories should be read to every Irish child. * Mad About Books *PJ Lynch's painting s conjure up richly coloured worlds. * Dublin Sunday Independent *
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Hachette Children's Group Clay
Book SynopsisA stunning novel from the multi-award winning author of the modern children's classic Skellig. Clay was shortlisted for the Costa Children's Book Award and the Carnegie Medal and has been adapted by the BBC into a feature-length film.Trade ReviewAn effective, engaging story. * The Scottish Sunday Herald *Funny, mysterious, moving, frightening and so deftly constructed as to be fiercely compelling. This is extraordinary story telling. * The Sunday Times *A stunning read. * The Sunday Times *This adroit and perceptive novel has both immediate appeal and long-lasting resonance. * The Guardian *Both exhilarating and horrifying. * Time Out *Dark and thought-provoking. * The Guardian *The climax of this strange miraculous, beautiful book will make it a classroom classic. * The Times *This is the best that children's fiction has to offer. Brilliant. * The Guardian *His most mysterious and spellbinding work yet. * Daily Express *Hypnotic storytelling. * The Guardian *An astonishing journey. I believe that Almond's books should be compulsory reading in all secondary schools. -- Imogen Stubbs * The Daily Telegraph *... a work of art out of the simplest words ... * Amanda Craig, The Times *... funny, mysterious, moving, frightening, and so deftly constructed as to be fiercely compelling. ... not beneath the attention of adult readers. * Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times *He weaves a story web, spiderlike, that holds the reader spellbound while he spins new thought-threads on universal themes * Carousel, Autumn 2005 *... lilting prose and a seamless blending of primitive magic with discerning realism. ... elegiac lyricism of a lament for lost innocence but punctuated by moments of sharply observed humour, this adroit and perceptive novel has both immediate appeal and long-lasting resonance. * The Guardian *'... another gripping read from one of the master storytellers.' * Books Quarterly *'...this story is totally accessible...an involving and thought provoking read.' * The Carnegie Medal Website *'Focusing on good and evil, love and desire and the supernatural, Clay transcends the limitations of some writing for children.' * Catriona Ferguson *
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Hachette Children's Group Ash
Book SynopsisA sensual and evocative re-telling of Cinderella.Trade ReviewDeeply atmospheric ... the ending is bittersweet and just perfectly fresh and different * My Favourite Books *An egaging and absorbing reworking of the Cinderella fairy tale ... lush and sensuous ... a fascinating novel for mature teens * School Librarian *An evocative retelling of the classic Cinderella story that will thrill the reader ... an original, atmospheric exploration of the angst that comes with teenagers establishing their identity and discovering sensuality * Books Quarterly (Waterstones) *This extremely good debut novel combines imaginative storytelling with skilled prose * Carousel *Evocative.. original.. atmospheric. * Waterstones Books Quarterly *This beautifully-written re-interpretation takes a different approach .... Full of magic and enchantment, this sensual and evocative novel is a sophisticated fairytale for older readers, in the tradition of Robin McKinley's Beauty * Booktrust *A fascinating novel for mature teens. * School Librarian *A book which will have teenagers entranced. * Carousel *Beautifully written... this sensual and evocative novel is a sophisticated fairy-tale for older readers. * Booktrust *With beautiful, lyrical writing and a main character whose strength and capacity for love fueled my hope, I look back on this book as the one that kept me going, kept me dedicated to imagining the love stories I wanted to tell. * Tess Sharpe, author of Far From You, via Guardian Online *
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Hachette Children's Group My Funny Family
Book SynopsisA hilarious and heart-warming young series about the chaotic life of the Butterfield family.Trade ReviewHiggins writes in a relaxed, accessible style, ideal for new readers * The Glasgow Herald *Attractively produced and well-illustrated * School Librarian *A charming book, featuring the loveable and eccentric Butterfield family. The illustrations, which are engaging and mischievous,complement the text perfectly * Children's Books Ireland *Endearing ... A fun, funny slice of family life * Junior *Higgins writes in a relaxed accessible style, ideal for new readers. * The Herald (Glasgow) *A charming book, featuring the loveable and eccentric Butterfield family. The illustrations, which are engaging and mischievous, complement the text perfectly. * Children's Books Ireland Recommended Reads *Endearing... a fun, funny slice of family life. * Junior *Attractively produced and well illustrated. * School Librarian *A charming story. * tBk Magazine *
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Hachette Children's Group How to Train Your Dragon How to Break a Dragons
Book SynopsisThe hilarious exploits of Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third - the smallish Viking with a longish name. Can he become the Hero everyone expects him to be? Read the bestselling series that inspired the hit DreamWorks film How to Train Your Dragon.Trade ReviewAnother enchanting series of adventures about Hiccup * Daily Express *Another enchanting series of adventures about Hiccup * Daily Express *Told with Cowell's familiar narrative drive, humour and inventive, emphatic language * School Librarian *Told with Cowell's familiar narrative drive, humour and inventive, emphatic language * School Librarian *These are glorious stories in every way * The Times *These are glorious stories in every way * The Times *Lots of illustrations and a playfulness with language that will draw in even the most reluctant reader * The Daily Telegraph *Lots of illustrations and a playfulness with language that will draw in even the most reluctant reader * The Daily Telegraph *Not only funny, well written and thrilling, but also wise about what we owe those who love us * The Times *Not only funny, well written and thrilling, but also wise about what we owe those who love us * The Times *These are glorious stories in every way * The Times *These are glorious stories in every way * The Times *'If light amusement is required, Cressida Cowell's How to Break a Dragon's Heart delivers all it promises. There are lots of illustrations and a playfulness with language that will draw in even the most reluctant reader.' * Daily Telegraph *'Cressida Cowell's splendid series about the nerdy Viking Hiccup and his tiny dragon Toothless remain perennial favourites, and the latest, How to Break a Dragon's Heart is not only funny, well written and thrilling, but also wise about what we owe those who love us.' * Amanda Craig, The Times *'If you haven't discovered Hiccup yet, you're missing out on one of the greatest inventions of modern children's literature.' * Julia Eccleshare, Guardian children's editor *'... full of charm ... imaginative and bursting with inventive, off-the-wall humour, making them great stories to be read aloud.' * Waterstones Books Quarterly *'Ahead of the film of the same title due to be released next March, this is a special edition of the first book in the uproarious series about Viking Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III. Highly original, and full of useful tips for dragon-owners everywhere.' * Woman's Weekly *'With consistently funny stories told in inventive language - including the opportunity to extend your knowledge of Dragonese - these books always entertain.' * Waterstone's Books Quarterly *'another triumph from the creative pen of Cressida Cowell.' * Writeaway.org *'... inspired series ... its enchantment lies primarily in the comical, affectionate and often irritable relationship between Hiccup (the only nerd in the violent Viking Hooligan tribe) and his runty little dragon Toothless.' * Amanda Craig, The Times *PRAISE FOR HICCUP:'Fiercely exciting and laugh-aloud funny, it is as full of joy for children of 7+ who have given up reading as for those who love it.' * Amanda Craig, The Times *Irresistably funny, exciting and endearing * Amanda Craig, The Times *CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK: This book is great fun and has a Blackadderish sense of humour ... full of the sort of jokes that will make schoolboys snigger. * Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times *How to Train Your Dragon is a delightful narrative caper... It offers a challenging read to 11-year-olds, and rewards reading aloud, especially for those who relish an element of theatre at story time. * Sunday Herald, Glasgow *... raucous and slapstick ... liberally illustrated with [Cressida Cowell's] riotous drawings, notes and maps. * The Financial Times *[Cressida Cowell] puts a contemporary spin on the old brains over brawn moral and brings the story to a climax with a thrilling dragon duel. Lots for lots of different readers to enjoy. * Books for Keeps *'a hilarious and gripping adventure, beautifully paced and studded with great dramatic scenes.' * Amanda Craig, Times *Bulging with good jokes, funny drawings and dramatic scenes, it is absolutely wonderful. * Independent on Sunday *'Cowell writes laugh-out-loud books with plenty of boy appeal Cowells anarchic drawings suit the slapstick humour.' * The Herald *'If light amusement is required, Cressida Cowell's How to Break a Dragon's Heart delivers all it promises. There are lots of illustrations and a playfulness with language that will draw in even the most reluctant reader.' * Daily Telegraph *'is not only funny, well written and thrilling, but also wise about what we owe those who love us.' * The Times *'Ahead of the film of the same title due to be released next March, this is a special edition of the first book in the uproarious series about Viking Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III. Highly original, and full of useful tips for dragon-owners everywhere.' * Woman's Weekly *
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Hachette Children's Group Skellig
Book SynopsisWhen a move to a new house coincides with his baby sister''s illness, Michael''s world seems suddenly lonely and uncertain. Then, one Sunday afternoon, he stumbles into the old, ramshackle garage of his new home, and finds something magical. A strange creature - part owl, part angel, a being who needs Michael''s help if he is to survive. With his new friend Mina, Michael nourishes Skellig back to health, while his baby sister languishes in the hospital. But Skellig is far more than he at first appears, and as he helps Michael breathe life into his tiny sister, Michael''s world changes forever . . .Skellig won the Carnegie Medal and the Whitbread Children''s Book Award and is now a major Sky1 feature film, starring Tim Roth and John Simm. David Almond is also winner of the 2010 Hans Christian Andersen award.Trade ReviewLyrical, innovative and unforgettably moving. * Sunday Express (Cressida Cowell) *Lyrical, innovative and moving...unforgettably moving -- Cressida Cowell * Sunday Express *The book I wish I'd written is Skellig by David Almond. Almond's book has a great sense of the mysterious; we are left with a sense of wonder. I wish that I had written it! -- Joseph Delaney * Books For Keeps *This modern classic has been reissued in a beautiful 15th anniversary edition -- Lorna Bradbury * The Sunday Telegraph *An exquisitely crafted book with a mystical core * The Daily Telegraph *The sort of children's book that makes adults find excuses to read more of them * Times Educational Supplement *Hard to put down -- Liz Lightfoot * The Daily Telegraph *Refusing to read this book on the grounds that you are not a child makes as much sense as refusing to read crime fiction because you are not a criminal. A deep and lovely book. -- Nick Hornby * The Times *An exquisite book * The Sunday Telegraph *Brings Magical Realism to working-class Northeast England * i (The Independent) *A story full of heart and magic and big confusing emotions, elegantly told by a master craftsman. A perfect piece of art -- Lucy Christopher * Big Issue (london) *Touched with a visionary intensity, this strange, hugely readable and life-affirming tale exercises every muscle of the imagination * The Guardian *Humorous, heart-stopping and haunting...an emotional roller-coaster of a read with a cliff-hanger of a conclusion. Inspired and inspiring. * Newcastle Journal *A visionary story...a lyrical, magical kind of book which can be read on many different levels * The Daily Mail *Voted Carnegie Medal's Number one Top Book of the past 70 years * The Times *I can't eat a chinese takeaway without thinking about this strange and beautiful book about an angel who seems to have lost his way. -- Gill Harvey * The Big Issue *A bookshelf essential. * The Guardian *Deservedly popular * The Observer *Powerful and moving * Guardian.co.uk *A beautiful story which will enchant young and old alike * Western Morning News *A modern classicListed as on the of the 100 Best Children's Books Ever (Novels) * The Daily Telegraph *One of those books that you can't put down -- Junior Reviewer Conor Neison, aged 12 * Evening Echo (Cork) *. . . gripping, beautiful and brilliantly written . . . Everyone is raving about this unforgettable book. * The Sunday Times *Touched with a visionary intensity, this strange, hugely readable and life-affirming tale exercises every muscle of the imagination. * The Guardian *A stunning debut . . . An extraordinary book. * The Sunday Telegraph *the most lyrical children's author now writing * The Guardian *'Truly original, mysterious and affecting . . . Almond treads with delicate certainty, and the result is something genuine and true' * Philip Pullman, The Guardian *'Tremendously innovative, highly original and very moving.' * Melvin Burgess *'it's a wonderfully original and beautifully written story and, oddest of all for a children's book, it manages to address the unlikely theme of spirituality with beguiling delicacy.' * The Irish Times *'His characters are proper, complex portraits of children that don't succumb to the gender clichés prevalent in children's fiction.' * The Irish Times *'A deep and lovely book' * The Times *'A bookshelf essential.' * The Guardian *A beautifully told modern fairytale. * Observer *
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Hachette Children's Group My Name is Mina
Book SynopsisThere''s an empty notebook lying on the table in the moonlight. It''s been there for an age. I keep on saying that I''ll write a journal. So I''ll start right here, right now. I open the book and write the very first words: My name is Mina and I love the night. Then what shall I write? I can''t just write that this happened then this happened then this happened to boring infinitum. I''ll let my journal grow just like the mind does, just like a tree or a beast does, just like life does. Why should a book tell a tale in a dull straight line?And so Mina writes and writes in her notebook, and here is her journal, Mina''s life in Mina''s own words: her stories and dreams, experiences and thoughts, her scribblings and nonsense, poems and songs. Her vivid account of her vivid life.In this stunning book, David Almond revisits Mina before she has met Michael, before she has met Skellig.Shortlisted for the 2012 Carnegie Medal.Trade ReviewA wonderful book. It is joyous. Thank you, David Almond; I cannot remember when a book filled me with such claminosity. -- Marcus Sedgewick * Guardian.co.uk *A skillful, affecting and impassioned book. * The Times *A celebration of the richness of the everyday world and to read it is to feel uplifted. * The Sunday Times *A rare and beautiful novel. * The Scotsman *A pitch-perfect prequel to Skellig. A gloriously rich, multi-layered novel. * Ham & High *A poignant, heart-warming novel fuelled by Almond's generosity of spirit and his endorsement of childhood's individuality and quirkiness. * Books for Keeps *Another gem from this award-winning author. * INIS (Ireland) *A sensational meditation on creativity and the power of words. A must for any budding writer. * The Daily Telegraph *Almond's chatty, informal and unique writing is different from anything you have read by him before. * Newcastle Upon Tyne Evening Chronicle *Almond promotes and celebrates freedom for children and their thinking in this lyrical book about growing up. * The Guardian *A joyous celebration of what it means to be young and alive and enquiring. * Times Educational Supplement *A truly remarkable book. A extraordinary masterpiece. * School Librarian *One of the stand-out novels of the year. * The Bookseller *a master novelist * Independent *Intensely moving, this is a profoundly uplifting expression of joy, imagination and consciousness. Absolutely brilliant * The Newcastle Journal *There really is nobody quite like Almond writing in children's or adults' fiction today. * The Times *a writer of subtle, page-turning and daring exactness. * Times Educational Supplement *Almond manages to make a work of art out of the simplest words. * Amanda Craig, The Times *David Almond is a fine writer, one of the very finest we have. He is simply incapable of writing a bad sentence. * Michael Morpurgo *'Another brilliant novel from a master storyteller.' * Carousel *Unsettling but, as ever, beautifully written. * Daily Mail *'... exceptional, delicate writing ... make a moving and thoughtful story told with exceptional elegance.' * Julia Eccleshare *'exquisite prose which sparkles off the page' * Writeaway *BACKLIST REVIEWS: 'a book of startling quality and tremendous beauty' * The Bookbag *David Almond's novels all have a unique, mystical thread running through them. He weaves a story web, spiderlike, that holds the reader spellbound while he spins new though-threads on universal themes. * Carousel *One of these days, someone is going to notice that David Almond has been kidnapped by children's publishing and demand him back for adults. But until then, we must rejoice in every new offering of his. * Sunday Telegraph *"superb coming-of-age novel from one of our master story-tellers." * Bookseller *"This is a novel of power and beauty." * The Daily Telegraph *A remarkable and thought-provoking prequel. * INIS *A standalone exploration of a child's relationship with language, ideas and living things... the reader is with her all the way. * Observer *The creative way Mina uses words to explore her dreams and ideas will inspire anyone who's ever kept a diary. * Alice, 17, Dorset *'A celebration of the richness of the everyday world... to read it is to feel uplifted.' * Sunday Times *A sensational meditation on creativity and the power of words. * The Daily Telegraph *Almond promotes and celebrates freedom for children and their thinking in this lyrical book about growing up. * Guardian (Julia Eccleshare) *Incredibly moving. * Sunday Express *A glorification of imagination. David Almond has created a novel that will excite, astound and inspire adults and children alike. * English Association Journal *
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Hachette Children's Group Pegasus and the Fight for Olympus
Book SynopsisFrom war-torn Olympus to New York City, mythology and reality collide in a breathtaking adventure.Trade ReviewThis stylishly written book is the work of a novelist whose care and concern for horses os as evident as her interest in mythology ... imaginative and creative * School Librarian *Mythology meets reality as Emily and her friend ... get catapulted into an amazing battle to save Olympus * First News *Fans of her first novel will love the latest adventure for Emily and her winged horse Pegasus. * Sunday Express *If you liked Percy Jackson, this is...just as exciting! * First News *Stylishly written... characters are brought to life by her [O'Hearn's] imaginative and creative insights. * School Librarian *
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Hachette Children's Group Is It Bedtime Wibbly Pig
Book SynopsisA stunning new edition of this bedtime classic to celebrate 21 years of Wibbly Pig.Trade ReviewThe overwhelmingly cheerful Wibbly Pig has a devoted following among preschoolers * The Guardian *The perfect bedtime story for young children * Family Interest Magazine *This is one of those perfect picture books that are useful, as well as thoroughly entertaining * Mad About Books *The ideal bedtime read * The Glasgow Herald *This is a charmer for the very young * Newbury Weekly News *Who could resist Wibbly Pig? * Independent on Sunday *Will provoke thrilled squeals of recognition * The Observer *Both funny and observant about very young children * The Sunday Times *The perfect bedtime companion for young children. * Primary Times *A charming story, familiar characters and delightful illustrations will make this a favourite. * Prima Baby *... funny and observant ... * The Sunday Times *An irresistible character. Wibbly Pig does things every toddler can relate to. * The Daily Telegraph *A repetitive, large text, softly coloured pictures on a crisp white background and a pull-out page at hte end make this the idea bedtime read. * The Glasgow Herald *The perfect bedtime companion for young children. * Primary Times *A charming story, familiar characters and delightful illustrations will make this a favourite. * Prima Baby *... funny and observant ... * The Sunday Times *An irresistible character. Wibbly Pig does things every toddler can relate to. * The Daily Telegraph *A repetitive, large text, softly coloured pictures on a crisp white background and a pull-out page at hte end make this the idea bedtime read. * The Glasgow Herald *
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Hachette Children's Group How to Train Your Dragon 03. How to Speak
Book SynopsisThe hilarious exploits of Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third - the smallish Viking with a longish name. Can he become the Hero everyone expects him to be? Read the bestselling series that inspired the hit DreamWorks film How to Train Your Dragon.Trade ReviewVikings, dragons, Romans and mayhem cavort across the pages in their usual irreverent and hilarious style * School Librarian *Vikings, dragons, Romans and mayhem cavort across the pages in their usual irreverent and hilarious style * School Librarian *These Hiccup stories are a sure-fire hit with children aged 6 and over. Full of quirky, child-like illustrations, they sparkle with humour and wit. The adventure is rip-roaringly fast and will engage from the very first page * My Books Mag *These Hiccup stories are a sure-fire hit with children aged 6 and over. Full of quirky, child-like illustrations, they sparkle with humour and wit. The adventure is rip-roaringly fast and will engage from the very first page * My Books Mag *Good jokes, funny drawings and dramatic scenes * Daily Echo *Good jokes, funny drawings and dramatic scenes * Daily Echo *This is book three in the How to Train Your Dragon series. They keep getting better and better. It's the best book ever! * guardian.co.uk *This is book three in the How to Train Your Dragon series. They keep getting better and better. It's the best book ever! * guardian.co.uk *'If you haven't discovered Hiccup yet, you're missing out on one of the greatest inventions of modern children's literature.' * Julia Eccleshare, Guardian children's editor *'Irresistably funny, exciting and endearing' * Amanda Craig, The Times *CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK: 'This book is great fun and has a Blackadderish sense of humour ... full of the sort of jokes that will make schoolboys snigger.' * Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times *A super story, inventive, ingenious, perpetually surprising. One to cherish. * Armadillo, Spring 2003 *A wonderfully wittily written and illustrated story. * Waterstones Quarterly Magazine *How to Train Your Dragon is a delightful narrative caper... It offers a challenging read to 11-year-olds, and rewards reading aloud, especially for those who relish an element of theatre at story time. * Lindsey Fraser, Sunday Herald, Glasgow *... raucous and slapstick... liberally illustrated with [Cressida Cowell's] riotous drawings, notes and maps. * The Financial Times *[Cressida Cowell] puts a contemporary spin on the old brains over brawn moral and brings the story to a climax with a thrilling dragon duel. Lots for lots of different readers to enjoy. * Books for Keeps *Cowell brings Hiccup to life in this silly and delightful little novel. * St Paul Pioneer Press *Bulging with good jokes, funny drawings and dramatic scenes, it is absolutely wonderful. * Independent on Sunday *'hilarious' * www.writeaway.org *'funny and well writen' * Cheri Lloyd *'another fiendishly funny catalogue of disaster' * Pet O'Connell *We've loved Hiccup's dragon training adventures from the start. (tBk's Top 40 Children's Books) * tBk Magazine *It's the best book ever! They keep getting better and better. * The Guardian *
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Hachette Children's Group How to Train Your Dragon How to Twist a Dragons
Book SynopsisRead the HILARIOUS books that inspired the HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON films! Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third is a smallish Viking with a longish name. Hiccup''s father is chief of the Hairy Hooligan tribe which means Hiccup is the Hope and the Heir to the Hairy Hooligan throne - but most of the time Hiccup feels like a very ordinary boy, finding it hard to be a Hero. Over on Lava-Lout Island, the volcano is ready to blow. Now Hiccup faces a terrifying Quest to Stop the Volcano Exploding, alongside his best friend Fishlegs and Humungously Hotshot the ex-Hero.But not only is Lava-Lout Island full of EXTERMINATOR DRAGONS, Hiccup''s ARCH ENEMY is also lurking - and he''s seeking REVENGE! How to Train Your Dragon is a major award-winning DreamWorks film series. There is also a new live action movie due to be released in 2025. The TV series, Riders of Berk, can be seen on CBeebies and Cartoon Network.Trade Review'exuberantly illustrated ... laugh out-loud books, they will convert even the most relcutant reader to take their first dip.' * Julia Golding, TES *'a hilarious and gripping adventure, beautifully paced and studded with great dramatic scenes.' * Amanda Craig, Times *'Cowell writes laugh-out-loud books with plenty of boy appeal ... Cowell's anarchic drawings suit the slapstick humour.' * The Herald *'Fiercely exciting and laugh-aloud funny, it is as full of joy for children of 7+ who have given up reading as for those who love it.' * Amanda Craig, The Times *Irresistably funny, exciting and endearing * Amanda Craig, The Times *CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK: This book is great fun and has a Blackadderish sense of humour ... full of the sort of jokes that will make schoolboys snigger. * Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times *How to Train Your Dragon is a delightful narrative caper... It offers a challenging read to 11-year-olds, and rewards reading aloud, especially for those who relish an element of theatre at story time. * Sunday Herald, Glasgow *... raucous and slapstick ... liberally illustrated with [Cressida Cowell's] riotous drawings, notes and maps. * The Financial Times *[Cressida Cowell] puts a contemporary spin on the old brains over brawn moral and brings the story to a climax with a thrilling dragon duel. Lots for lots of different readers to enjoy. * Books for Keeps *Bulging with good jokes, funny drawings and dramatic scenes, it is absolutely wonderful. * Independent on Sunday *'funny, outrageous and will lure in the most reluctant reader.' * The Spectator *'If you haven't discovered Hiccup yet, you're missing out on one of the greatest inventions of modern children's literature.' * Julia Eccleshare, Guardian children's editor *
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Hachette Children's Group How to Train Your Dragon How to Ride a Dragons
Book SynopsisThe hilarious exploits of Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third - the smallish Viking with a longish name. Can he become the Hero everyone expects him to be? Read the bestselling series that inspired the hit DreamWorks film How to Train Your Dragon.Trade ReviewA funny and outrageous story that will appeal to even the most reluctant reader * Family Interest *A funny and outrageous story that will appeal to even the most reluctant reader * Family Interest *Inspired * The Times *Inspired * The Times *A hilarious and gripping adventure, beautifully paced and studded with great dramatic scenes * The Times *'This fast paced adventure is packed with hilariously named characters and mythical monsters that will grab any young boys attention.' * Books for Keeps *A hilarious and gripping adventure, beautifully paced and studded with great dramatic scenes * The Times *'genius' * The Times *'... full of charm ... imaginative and bursting with inventive, off-the-wall humour, making them great stories to be read aloud.' * Waterstones Books Quarterly *'another triumph from the creative pen of Cressida Cowell.' * Writeaway.org *'... inspired series ... its enchantment lies primarily in the comical, affectionate and often irritable relationship between Hiccup (the only nerd in the violent Viking Hooligan tribe) and his runty little dragon Toothless.' * Amanda Craig, The Times *'Fiercely exciting and laugh-aloud funny, it is as full of joy for children of 7+ who have given up reading as for those who love it.' * Amanda Craig, The Times *Irresistably funny, exciting and endearing * Amanda Craig, The Times *CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK: This book is great fun and has a Blackadderish sense of humour ... full of the sort of jokes that will make schoolboys snigger. * Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times *How to Train Your Dragon is a delightful narrative caper... It offers a challenging read to 11-year-olds, and rewards reading aloud, especially for those who relish an element of theatre at story time. * Sunday Herald, Glasgow *... raucous and slapstick ... liberally illustrated with [Cressida Cowell's] riotous drawings, notes and maps. * The Financial Times *[Cressida Cowell] puts a contemporary spin on the old brains over brawn moral and brings the story to a climax with a thrilling dragon duel. Lots for lots of different readers to enjoy. * Books for Keeps *'a hilarious and gripping adventure, beautifully paced and studded with great dramatic scenes.' * Amanda Craig, Times *Bulging with good jokes, funny drawings and dramatic scenes, it is absolutely wonderful. * Independent on Sunday *'Cowell writes laugh-out-loud books with plenty of boy appeal Cowells anarchic drawings suit the slapstick humour.' * The Herald *'If you haven't discovered Hiccup yet, you're missing out on one of the greatest inventions of modern children's literature.' * Julia Eccleshare, Guardian children's editor *Scary, crazy... and very funny. * First News *
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Hachette Children's Group How to Train Your Dragon A Heros Guide to Deadly
Book SynopsisRead the HILARIOUS books that inspired the HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON films!Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third is a smallish Viking with a longish name. Hiccup''s father is chief of the Hairy Hooligan tribe which means Hiccup is the Hope and the Heir to the Hairy Hooligan throne - but most of the time Hiccup feels like a very ordinary boy, finding it hard to be a Hero. Hiccup Haddock Horrendous the Third just wants a nice PEACEFUL birthday. But Hiccup''s dad wants to steal the prized How to Train Your Dragon book, and prove that his Hooligans are just as good as the Bog Burglars - except Hiccup''s dragon Toothless has EATEN it!So when Camicazi suggests stealing a copy from the grim Meathead Public Library, it seems like a good idea. BUT IT ISN''T! The library is guarded by the Horrible Hairy Scary the Librarian, four hundred Meathead Warrior Guards AND their Driller-Dragons . . . Will Hiccup survive - or is he DOOMED on his own biTrade ReviewA book to dip into, with jokes, riddles and everything you wanted to know about Hiccup's world * Publishing News *A book to dip into, with jokes, riddles and everything you wanted to know about Hiccup's world * Publishing News *Brilliantly funny * Bournemouth Daily Echo *Brilliantly funny * Bournemouth Daily Echo *'exuberantly illustrated ... laugh out-loud books, they will convert even the most relcutant reader to take their first dip.' * Julia Golding, TES *As laugh-out-loud books, they will convert even the most reluctant reader to take their first dip * Times Eductaional Supplement *As laugh-out-loud books, they will convert even the most reluctant reader to take their first dip * Times Eductaional Supplement *'a hilarious and gripping adventure, beautifully paced and studded with great dramatic scenes.' * Amanda Craig, Times *'Cowell writes laugh-out-loud books with plenty of boy appeal ... Cowell's anarchic drawings suit the slapstick humour.' * The Herald *'Fiercely exciting and laugh-aloud funny, it is as full of joy for children of 7+ who have given up reading as for those who love it.' * Amanda Craig, The Times *Irresistably funny, exciting and endearing * Amanda Craig, The Times *CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK: This book is great fun and has a Blackadderish sense of humour ... full of the sort of jokes that will make schoolboys snigger. * Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times *How to Train Your Dragon is a delightful narrative caper... It offers a challenging read to 11-year-olds, and rewards reading aloud, especially for those who relish an element of theatre at story time. * Sunday Herald, Glasgow *... raucous and slapstick ... liberally illustrated with [Cressida Cowell's] riotous drawings, notes and maps. * The Financial Times *[Cressida Cowell] puts a contemporary spin on the old brains over brawn moral and brings the story to a climax with a thrilling dragon duel. Lots for lots of different readers to enjoy. * Books for Keeps *Bulging with good jokes, funny drawings and dramatic scenes, it is absolutely wonderful. * Independent on Sunday *'funny, outrageous and will lure in the most reluctant reader.' * The Spectator *'If you haven't discovered Hiccup yet, you're missing out on one of the greatest inventions of modern children's literature.' * Julia Eccleshare, Guardian children's editor *
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Hachette Children's Group CHERUB Guardian Angel
Book SynopsisThe fourteenth title in the number one bestselling CHERUB series! Ryan has saved Ethan''s life more than once. Ethan thinks he must be a guardian angel. But Ryan works for CHERUB, a secret organisation with one key advantage: even experienced criminals never suspect that children are spying on them. Ethan''s family runs a billion-dollar criminal empire and Ryan''s job is to destroy it. Can Ryan complete his mission without destroying Ethan as well? For official purposes, these children do not exist.Trade Reviewthe ever-popular Robert Muchamore once again grabs the reader's attention with an engaging cast of characters ... Muchamore fans will love this instalment of the CHERUB series * Booktrust *A guaranteed bestseller * Bookseller *Action-packed ... fast-paced and thrilling, the story makes for an exciting read * Books For Keeps *I like books with lots of adventure and action and I think Robert Muchamore is the best at writing those kinds of stories ... There are lots of twists in the story that make it really exciting -- B Low, aged 10 * Scottish Daily Record *A whirlwind of a novel that will keep you guessing, plotting thinking and hoping right until the last page -- Sebastian Westwood * First News *Readers should brace themselves for an action-packed ride * The Daily Express *A skilful writer and the book has great pace. * Financial Times *The ever-popular Robert Muchamore once again grabs the readers attention with an egaging cast of characters. Muchamore fans will love this instalment of the CHERUB series. * Booktrust *
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Hachette Children's Group Secret Breakers 1 The Power of Three
Book SynopsisIntroducing an extraordinary series with real codes, real mysteries and real danger.Trade ReviewA must-read series for all fans of mystery adventure novels. * Scottish Daily Record *... plenty of action and adventure, mixed in with generous dollops of facts and information which will definitely appeal to readers who enjoy having their brains challenged as well as their imaginations. * The Bookbag *readers who love to follow clues and solve a mystery will be addicted to this gripping adventure * Julia Eccleshare, LoveReading4kids *This gripping thriller ... will have you on the edge of your seats. * TBK Magazine *Kept me on the edge of my seat the whole way. It was fantastic! * Written Dimension *meticulously planned and very well-written * Carousel Magazine *an utterly thrilling, exciting, intriguing romp. * MostlyReadingYA.com *Humour, despair, fear, excitement... This ticks all the boxes. * Inis Magazine *My favourite part of this tremendous book was the fact it was packed with so much excitement, on every page a new secret was unzipped and leaving you feeling so excited... it is a must read! * Rachie, guardian.co.uk *A beautifully drawn together story -- 01/10/2012 * Parents In Touch *
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Hachette Children's Group Secret Breakers 6 Circle of Fire
Book SynopsisThe Da Vinci Code for kids - the extraordinary code cracking series concludes in this sixth and final adventure - with real codes, real mysteries and real danger.Trade ReviewDennis does not fail to deliver in this concluding title of the 'Secret Breakers' series. The entire series is quite exceptional...a fantastic series that I would certainly recommend...excellent titles for group discussion and research and will make avid readers out of any students who seek to follow their quest! * Scool Librarian *
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Little, Brown Book Group Marked
Book SynopsisWhen sixteen-year-old Zoey Redbird gets Marked as a fledgling vampire she must join the House of Night school where she will train to become an adult vampire. That is, if she makes it through the Change. But Zoe is no ordinary fledgling. She has been chosen as special by the Goddess Nyx and discovers her amazing new power to conjure the elements: earth, air, fire, water and spirit. When Zoey discovers that the leader of the Dark Daughters, the school''s most elite group, is misusing her Goddess-given gifts, Zoey must look within herself to embrace her destiny - with a little help from her new vampire friends. - Not suitable for younger readers -
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Little, Brown Book Group Hunted
Book SynopsisHe took my palm in his and turned it over so that the sapphire-coloured tattoos that covered my palms were visible. Then, much as I had just done, he lightly traced his finger across my skin. I shivered, but I didn''t pull away.After the terrible arrival of the dark angel Kalona at the House of Night, Zoey Redbird and her friends have fled to the tunnels under the town, where they hide out with the strange new red Vampyre fledglings. Everything changes when Zoey is badly injured - and finds herself back at the House of Night, face to face with Stark, who she hasn''t forgotten since he died in her arms. But now Stark is working for Neferet. Can Zoey trust him? Who is really on her side as the battle begins? And what price will she have to pay for following her heart? - Not suitable for younger readers -
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Little, Brown Book Group Burned
Book Synopsis''The pieces of her spirit are with the dead in the Otherworld,'' Aphrodite said, blinking hard against the stinging of her red-tinged eyes. ''Zoey is completely gone.'' Zoey Redbird''s soul has been shattered by the death of her high school sweetheart Heath, and she has followed him to the Otherworld. As the world threatens to fall under Neferet''s control, the only hope is that Zoey might find the strength to bring her soul together again. Stark, Zoey''s Warrior, is determined to save her, no matter what the cost to himself. And Heath is only just beginning to understand that, in the Otherworld, the only way to save Zoey is to lose her - completely...
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Little, Brown Book Group Awakened
Book Synopsis''My soul''s been shattered and my boyfriend''s been killed. Don''t I deserve a break? Just a little one?'' Zoey is alive and stronger than ever, being cared for by her new Guardian, and finally finding some peace far from the ongoing battle against Neferet. But in her brief moment of happiness, it''s easy to forget that the House of Night needs her, as do her friends. In Zoey''s absence, Stevie Rae has found her feelings for the Raven Mocker Rephaim are stronger than she ever could have expected, even while he still admits loyalty to their sworn enemy. Then a terrible murder threatens to destroy their group and tear their world apart - and that death will not be the last...
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Little, Brown Book Group Destined
Book Synopsis''I knew forcing a confrontation with Neferet here and now wasn''t smart. But I couldn''t stop myself. . . '' Zoey finds herself weakened, this time by the brutal death of her mother. While Neferet gathers the forces of Darkness, Zoey must battle grief to rally her own troops; not least Stevie Rae and her newly human consort Rephaim, who has finally turned his back on his cruel immortal father, Kalona. Working to create chaos at the House of Night, Neferet has joined with the White Bull of pure evil to create a vessel of Darkness, a beautiful boy named Aurox. Yet this strange Dark creature is somehow drawn to be near Zoey - and even to protect her...
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Little, Brown Book Group Under The Never Sky
Book SynopsisWORLDS KEPT THEM APART.DESTINY BROUGHT THEM TOGETHER.Aria has lived her whole life in the protected dome of Reverie. Her entire world confined to its spaces, she''s never thought to dream of what lies beyond its doors. So when her mother goes missing, Aria knows her chances of surviving in the outer wasteland long enough to find her are slim. Then Aria meets an outsider named Perry. He''s searching for someone too. He''s also wild - a savage - but might be the only person who can keep her alive.And if they can survive, they are each other''s best hope for finding answers.
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Hachette Children's Group Frankies Magic Football Frankie vs The Rowdy
Book SynopsisFrankie and his team love playing football. There''s always time for a game. And now that they have their magical football they''re playing against teams they never imagined!When Frankie''s football transports them to a Roman arena will his team be a roaring success or will the football battle be more than they bargained for?
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Hachette Children's Group Frankies Magic Football Frankie vs The Pirate
Book SynopsisA brand new series for 5+ readers combining magic and football, by superstar footballer Frank LampardTrade ReviewA crowd-pleasing, pirate-battling adventure that will appeal to both boys and girls * Scribbler Magazine *A great book for new readers with a love of football * Bridlington Free Press *Lampard has created characters that hold well * Nottingham Post *Fun and easy to read * The Sun *Really funny ... very exciting -- Joe Turton * Match of the Day Weekly *Fun and easy to read. * The Sun *The book is deft and well-structured: a magic football . . . takes Frankie and his friends into assorted fantasy worlds, where they must play high-stakes matches against pillaging pirates * The Times *
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Hachette Children's Group Emily Sparkes and the Friendship Fiasco
Book SynopsisJoin Emily Sparkes for hilarious observations about life, parents and how to handle the grossest boys in the universe! Perfect for fans of Cathy Cassidy and Dork Diaries. Now shortlisted for the Scholastic Laugh Out Loud Book Award (The Lollies). ''Lots of fun and a really cool read!'' - Cathy CassidyEmily Sparkes thinks having your best friend move to Wales at the same time as your parents decide to have a new baby is probably more trauma than anyone should have to cope with. But things go from bad to worse when she''s paired with revolting Gross-Out Gavin for the school trip! Emily is determined to escape him, and when glamorous new girl Chloe Clarke turns up it seems her prayers might be answered.Unfortunately, everyone has gone Chloe Clarke mad and Emily finds her ''sworn enemy'' Zuzanna has had the same idea. Getting and keeping Chloe as a friend proves a lot more troublesome than Emily anticipated and leads her into a whole new set of disasters .Trade ReviewMore satisfying than much junior chick-lit * The Observer *I have read the first Emily Sparkes book and really LOVE it . . . it's lots of fun and a really cool read! * Cathy Cassidy, bestselling author of The Chocolate Box Girls series *This is a good read * Carousel *Lots to appeal to fans of Cathy Cassidy and Dork Diaries in this funny new series * The Bookseller *Utterly hilarious and utterly relatable, Ruth Fitzgerald just gets all of the awful problems associated with being eleven years old. Everything in Emily Sparkes's life is a crisis, and each crisis is funnier than the last. Bring on the next book! * Robin Stevens, author of Murder Most Unladylike (Wells and Wong Mysteries) *I laughed and laughed at Emily Sparkes and the Friendship Fiasco! She's like a younger Georgia Nicolson. * Susie Day, author of Pea’s Book of Best Friends (Pea’s Book series) *Once you start reading this book you won't be able to put it down. It's true to life and very funny. Emily Sparkes is everyone's dream best friend! * Alice, aged 12 *I thought this was side-splittingly funny and very realistic. Emily Sparkes is someone I'd want to be friends with! * Sterrett, aged 10 *Emily Sparkes is amazingly funny. I thought it was hilarious when Emily named her new baby sister Yoda! * Maddie, aged 12 *Emily Sparkes is my new favourite character. She made me laugh a lot! * Piper, aged 11 *
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Little, Brown Book Group The Savage Dawn
Book SynopsisThe sides have been chosen and the battle lines drawn. After awakening the firebird, Echo is now the only one with the power to face the darkness she unwittingly unleashed upon the world . . . right into the waiting hands of Tanith, the new Dragon Prince. Tanith has one goal in mind: destroy her enemies, raze their lands, and reign supreme in a new era where the Drakharin are almighty and the Avicen are nothing but a memory.The war that has been brewing for centuries is finally imminent. But the scales are tipped. Echo might hold the power to face the darkness within the Dragon Prince, but she has far to go to master it. And now she''s plagued by uncertainty. Is she strong enough to stare into the face of evil and not lose herself in its depths?The war has begun, and there is no looking back. There are only two outcomes possible: triumph or death.Trade Review[STAR] Sparks fly. . . . Will please fans of Cassandra Clare and Game of Thrones watchers with its remarkable world building; richly developed characters; and themes of family, power, loyalty, and romance. . . . [Book 2] cannot come soon enough! * Booklist, Starred, on The Girl at Midnight *[STAR] [The] perfect blend of action and amour * Kirkus Reviews, Starred, on The Girl at Midnight *Sharp drama that leads to a conclusion begging for a sequel * The Bulletin on The Girl at Midnight *A stunning debut. Equal parts atmosphere and adventure, Melissa Grey's The Girl at Midnight is positively divine * Victoria Schwab, author of A Darker Shade of Magic *Inventive, gorgeous, and epic -Grey dazzles in her debut * Danielle Paige, New York Times bestselling author of Dorothy Must Die on The Girl at Midnight *Fast-paced, action-packed, and full of laughs * Nerdist.com on The Girl at Midnight *Ripe with sarcasm and complicated relationships, an action- and angst-packed installment reminiscent of Buffy and Neil Gaiman's Neverwhere. * Kirkus Reviews *
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Little, Brown Book Group The Masked Truth
Book Synopsis''[A] terrifying thriller where suspense and psychological horror serve as perfect counterpoints to themes of forgiveness and growth. . . . Masterful storytelling . . . overflowing with twists.'' - Publishers Weekly, starred review''Action-packed suspense from beginning to end.'' - Kirkus ReviewsThey want her dead - but this time, she won''t hide.A few months ago, Riley Vasquez was caught up in a horrific murder. Now everyone around her thinks she''s a hero. Riley isn''t so sure. Meanwhile British army brat Max Cross is suffering under the shadow of a life-altering diagnosis he doesn''t dare reveal.The last thing either of them wants is to spend a weekend away at a therapy camp alongside five other teens with ''issues''. But that''s exactly where they are when three masked men burst in to take the group hostage. The building has no windows. The exits are sealed shut. Their phones are gone. And their captors Trade ReviewFresh and honest, Armstrong touches on issues of mental health with commendable sensitivity in this compelling thriller -- THE INDEPENDENTThrills and mystery from a pro -- KIRKUS REVIEWSFresh and honest, Armstrong touches on issues of mental health with commendable sensitivity in this compelling thriller * Independent *
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Little, Brown Book Group The Unknowns
Book SynopsisThe Unknowns is a story about hope in a city where increasing numbers of young people are struggling to get by, a place where there is no trust in the political system, and where some people still dare to dream.Trade ReviewA commendable message, delivered without finger-wagging, in a brisk and breezy novel that, despite the heavy subject matter, had me laughing aloud more than once. * Irish Independent on A Good Hiding *The idealism and optimism presented here is carefully balanced out with gritty realism and a sense of humour; like many YA novels this book features a smart and insightful love interest who helps the heroine change how she sees the world, but in this case he also wears eyeliner, identifies as bisexual and has the self-awareness to occasionally ask, in the middle of his philosophical musings, "Do I sound like a d**k?" This is a thought-provoking and hopeful read from a writer to watch. * Irish Times *
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Little, Brown Book Group Deadly
Book SynopsisDeadly, the fourteenth volume in Sara Shepard's No. 1 New York Times bestselling Pretty Little Liars series - also a hit television series - is bursting with more scandals, secrets, and drama than ever.
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Little, Brown Book Group Vicious
Book SynopsisHigh school seniors Aria, Emily, Hanna, and Spencer have been through a lot since their best friend, Alison DiLaurentis, disappeared five summers ago. A stalker named ''A'' has harassed them for their past mistakes and revealed their darkest secrets to the world. They''ve been on TV, hounded by the press, kicked out of school, arrested, and even put in jail. With time running out, and their lives on the line, one of the Liars does something so terrifying and shocking, fans will be left breathless.Sara Shepard''s fan base continues to grow as the hit Pretty Little Liars TV show draws in new readers to the 1 New York Times bestselling series. Full of unexpected twists and shocking revelations, this long-awaited finale to this much-loved series will not disappoint.
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Little, Brown Book Group What Kind of Girl
Book Synopsis''An ingenious way of suggesting that all of us contain multitudes . . . Sheinmel brilliantly dramatises the pupils'' attempts to create a system of morality for themselves, rather than simply accepting the one handed down by authority'' Financial Times''This is an immensely satisfying book from a skilled author'' The Irish Times-------------------------------------------------------------------''He said we''d go to the same college, that we''d live in the same dorm, that we''d end up working in the same city after graduation. Doesn''t every girl dream that her boyfriend will love her like that?''The girls at North Bay Academy are taking sides. It all started when Mike Parker''s girlfriend showed up with a bruise on her face. Or, more specifically, when she walked into the principal''s office and said Mike hit her. But the students have questions: Why did she go to the principal and not the police? Why did Trade ReviewAlyssa Sheinmel played with narrative and reader expectations in her excellent 2019 novel ADanger To Herself and Others, so it's no surprise that What Kind of Girl puts similar tricks in play. An ingenious way of suggesting that all of us contain multitudes of contradictory opinions, especially in cases of he-said, she-said. Sheinmel brilliantly dramatises the pupils' attempts to create a system of morality for themselves, rather than simply accepting the one handed down by authority. * Financial Times *Sheinmel's chapters provide labels - "the popular girl", "the bulimic", "the activist" - but in the style of The Breakfast Club, both reader and characters realise that people are far messier than just one detail, just one story. This is an immensely satisfying book from a skilled author. * The Irish Times *Both timely and timeless, WHAT KIND OF GIRL is a powerful exploration of abuse in its many forms, as well as the strength it takes to rise up and speak your truth. Alyssa Sheinmel has crafted a compelling, moving, and empowering story of hope and courage - one that will stay with you long after you've turned the last page * Amber Smith, New York Times bestselling author of The Way I Used to Be *A poignant, thought-provoking novel that will resonate deeply * Kirkus Reviews *
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Little, Brown Book Group Every Sparrow Falling
Book Synopsis''Be nice to the majority of people and they won''t bother you much. Don''t get too involved. Have a laugh but keep your distance.'' These are the words 16-year-old Cariad lives by. She''s just been placed in yet another foster home, this time with an elderly Christian couple in a small town off the coast of Northern Ireland.Cariad knows how to play this game. She''ll toe the line just enough that her new foster parents don''t ask what she gets up to when the sun goes down, just enough that they leave her alone. It''s easier that way. But when a boy at school disappears - presumed dead - and no one seems to care, it really bothers her. Then one night out walking on the clifftops, she sees him and he asks her to keep his secret. Don''t get too involved. Have a laugh but keep your distance. These are the words Cariad has lived by . . . until now.Trade ReviewA thought-provoking and hopeful read from a writer to watch. * Irish Times on The Unknowns *An addictive read * The Sunday Independent *
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Little, Brown Book Group Emergency Contact
Book Synopsis''Smart and funny, with characters so real and vulnerable, you want to send them care packages. I loved this book'' - Rainbow Rowell ------------------------------------------From debut author Mary H.K. Choi comes a compulsively readable novel that shows young love in all its awkward glory - perfect for fans of Eleanor & Park and To All the Boys I''ve Loved Before.For Penny Lee high school was a total non-event. Her friends were okay, her grades were fine, and while she somehow managed to land a boyfriend, he doesn''t actually know anything about her. When Penny heads to college in Austin, Texas, to learn how to become a writer, it''s seventy-nine miles and a million light years away from everything she can''t wait to leave behind.Sam''s stuck. Literally, figuratively, emotionally, financially. He works at a café and sleeps there too, on a mattress on the floor of an empty storage room upstairs. He knows that Trade ReviewBlushingly tender and piquant . . . Choi inserts timely issues like sexual assault, cultural appropriation and even DACA into her characters' intimate conversations, but it is her examination of digital vs. F2F communication that feels the most immediate * The New York Times Book Review *Smart and funny, with characters so real and vulnerable, you want to send them care packages. I loved this book. * Rainbow Rowell, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Fangirl *A tender, texting-based teen romance * Entertainment Weekly *Choi sensitively shows the evolution of two lonely, complicated people who slowly emerge from their shells to risk an intimate relationship. Her sharp wit and skillful character development . . . ensure that readers will feel that they know Penny and Sam inside and out before the gratifying conclusion. * Publisher's Weekly - starred review *Choi creates an up-to-date and realistic contemporary romance by upending the love story trope . . . A highly recommended purchase for the teens who enjoy realistic relationship fiction. Recommended for fans of Nicola Yoon's Everything, Everything and Rainbow Rowell's Eleanor & Park. * School Library Journal - starred review February 1, 2018 *Readers will swoon over Emergency Contact. Choi has a knack for creating relatable characters, and this quirky, socially awkward love story will keep your cheeks rosy with every page . . . Emergency Contact is the perfect book for those who root for the underdog and believe that broken people can heal together. * RT Book Reviews March 1, 2018 *Penny somehow broke down all my walls. Her tech became incidental and her voice endearing, and just like that, I was hooked. Even the texts feel very natural and elegantly woven into the narration.There is much more to both Sam and Penny than quirky character traits and witty repartee . . . While the story does traffic in the heart flutter of romance that is tantalizingly out of reach, its emotional core goes deep. * NPR *
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Little, Brown Book Group Mad Bad Dangerous to Know
Book SynopsisIt is August in Paris and budding art historian Khayyam should be having the time of her life - but even in the City of Lights she can''t stop worrying about the mess she left back home in Chicago. Only when she meets a cute young Parisian - who happens to be a distant relative of the novelist Alexandre Dumas - do things start to get interesting, as she starts to unveil the story of a 19th century Muslim woman whose path may have intersected with Dumas, Eugène Delacroix and Lord Byron.Two hundred years earlier in the Ottoman empire, Leila is the most favoured woman in the Pasha''s harem. Her position is meant to be coveted; but she is struggling to survive as she fights to keep her true love hidden from her jealous captor.Echoing across centuries, as Khayyam uncovers the scintillating truth of Leila''s long-forgotten life, her own destiny is transformed forever.Trade ReviewA smart feminist holiday read, asking questions about whose voices are honoured by history * Guardian *The inventive Ahmed returns with a brilliant novel about race, history and choosing your own history * The i *Ahmed's brilliant novel shows that the familiar journey of being smart, in love, and a little lost is as profound now as it was in the 19th century. Add in a romance in the hidden gardens of Paris and an explosive trove of lost historical letters from a woman almost forgotten and you've got a fresh, thoughtful joyride that you'll want to read with every woman and girl you knowAhmed tackles weighty issues with thoughtfulness and flair. I was completely swept awayRich, emotional and inspirational. Samira Ahmed does it again with a work of art that reads like an anthem for the voices silenced throughout history, and a call to raise our own. Mad, Bad & Dangerous to Know is a deeply thought-provoking, immersive love story to the hidden histories that dwell within us-and like any good story, it will live in your heart for years to comeAhmed explores weighty themes including Orientalism, women silenced by history, and the responsibility of sharing their unheard voices . . . An entertaining tale that will appeal most to fans of art history and literature * Kirkus Reviews *Ahmed pulls readers into a picturesque Parisian setting that brings the mellifluous language and customs to life, which makes a perfect backdrop for an art mystery . . . With a determination to give voice to a woman whose story has been erased from the pages of history, Ahmed offers yet another well-wrought and dynamic novel * Booklist *
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Little, Brown Book Group Influence
Book SynopsisGet ready to see the world of teen influencers they''d never want you to share . . . From the bestselling author of PRETTY LITTLE LIARS Sara Shepard and actress and social media star Lilia Buckingham ''Literally could not put this book down. Absolutely loved it!'' Annie LeBlancDelilah is Internet-famous, in LA and at the start of something incredible. Everything is going to change . . . but not necessarily in the way she imagines. Jasmine is a child star turned media darling. Her selfies practically break Instagram. But if the world knew who Jasmine really was? Cancelled.Fiona is everyone''s best friend, always smiling. But on the inside? The girl''s a hot mess. If they discovered her secret, it wouldn''t just embarrass her: it would ruin her.Scarlet isn''t just styled to perfection: she is perfection with a famous boyfriend and an online fanbase devouring her every move. But every perfect thing has a Trade ReviewWelcome to the glamorous - and cutthroat - world of social media influencers . . . glossy and salacious * Kirkus Reviews *This is a fun romp and a peek into a fascinating, of-the-moment cultural phenomenon * SLJ *A timely tale that calls into question the pressures put on young people of influence and how far people are willing to go to get ahead * Booklist *Full of glamour, betrayal and - in true Sara Shepard style - murder too, this is a diverting and soapy summer read that's perfect for PLL fans. -- Natalie Xenos * Culturefly *
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Little, Brown Book Group Monochrome
Book Synopsis''A compelling dystopian tale set in a chillingly realistic future'' Katherine Webber, YA Prize-shortlisted author of Wing Jones and Only Love Can Break Your Heart''A captivating, complex plot, a fascinating teen protagonist and a way to see the world through different eyes... literally!'' Mark Ballabon, environmentalist and author of HomeIn a world drained of colour, nothing is black and white . . .Early one morning, Grace wakes to find herself staring at an ashen sunrise in ominous grey skies. It''s like watching a disaster movie, though her family don''t seem to think anything is wrong. Grace is one of a handful of people in the country who are seeing the world in shades of grey. But this is only the beginning of the ''greyout'', or Monochrome Effect, that is rapidly sweeping the world. Loss of colour vision is traced to polluted water systems; microplastics covered in harmful bacteria have been poured Trade ReviewA captivating, complex plot, a fascinating teen protagonist and a way to see the world through different eyes... literally! * Mark Ballabon, environmentalist and author of Home *A compelling dystopian tale set in a chillingly realistic future * Katherine Webber, YA Prize-shortlisted author of Wing Jones and Only Love Can Break Your Heart *I really enjoyed [Monochrome] ... A terrifying concept - perhaps partly because it seems so believable - great characters and a fantastic heroine -- ELLY GRIFFITHS, author of the Justice Jones seriesFascinating * Literary Review *This thought-provoking 14+ eco-thriller, set in an all-too-convincing near future, examines the catastrophic impact of under-regulated capitalism on both planet and people * Guardian, Best books for children and teenagers 2022 *a page turning, thrilling mix of the personal with the political ... Monochrome is very well written; involving, exciting and convincing * Chris Vick, author of Girl. Boy. Sea and The Last Whale *
£8.54
Little, Brown Book Group Hollow Fires
Book Synopsis''Powerful, timely and relentlessly compelling. HOLLOW FIRES burns brightly with Samira Ahmed''s trademark blend of thought-provoking social relevance, heartfelt coming-of-age and whip-smart plotting'' Karen McManus, author of ONE OF US IS LYINGSafiya Mirza dreams of becoming a journalist. One thing she''s learned as editor of her school newspaper is that a journalist''s job is to find the facts and not let personal bias affect the story: but that changes the day she discovers Jawad.Jawad Ali was just fourteen when a teacher saw him wearing a cosplay jetpack and mistook it for a bomb. A mistake that got Jawad arrested, labelled a terrorist - ''Bomb Boy'' - and eventually killed. But who was the young boy behind the headlines? With Jawad''s haunting voice guiding her throughout her investigation, Safiya seeks to tell the whole truth about the murdered boy and those who killed him.A powerful story of our times, Hollow Fires exposes the eviTrade Review'With Hollow Fires, Samira Ahmed offers us an impossible-to-put-down thriller that is both spectacularly haunting and deeply thoughtful. Safiya and Jawad are not narrators we usually see, and their harrowing story is a wholly original commentary on perception, community, and the way society weighs one life against another' -- Sabaa Tahir #1 NYT bestselling author of An Ember in the Ashes'A powerful, timely, and relentlessly compelling read. Hollow Fires burns brightly with Samira Ahmed's trademark blend of thought-provoking social relevance, heartfelt coming-of-age, and whip-smart plotting' -- Karen M. McManus, #1 New York Times bestselling author of One of Us Is LyingThe book presents a ripped-from-the-headlines story that will be an easy sell both in terms of theme and topic * School Library Connection *A deeply chilling, inventive, and timely page-turner * Kirkus, starred review *Weaving alternating perspectives with articles and other media quotes, both real and fictional, this drives an all-too-real story that educates as much as it enthralls * Booklist *Ahmed weaves evocative prose with images, articles, and text messages to explore with skill and depth the twining of social media in an age of misinformation, alt-right political movements, and racism and Islamophobia * Publishers Weekly, starred review *Ahmed wrings gripping plots from urgent topical issues * Financial Times *
£9.49
Little, Brown Book Group Jane of Lantern Hill
Book SynopsisFrom the author of Anne of Green Gables, this is the enchanting story of a young girl's dream to reunite her long-divided familyTrade ReviewGenuinely delightful Independent on Sunday
£9.86
Little, Brown Book Group Mossy Trotter
Book SynopsisMossy Trotter is the only book for children by Elizabeth Taylor, one of the best British writers of the twentieth century.Trade ReviewIt's always a treat to read Elizabeth Taylor. Mossy Trotter is a real gem. A delightfully mischievous boy living in those long-ago halcyon days when children played out all day, roaming commons, scavenging on rubbish tips and stamping in newly-laid tar -- Jacqueline WilsonIt's always a treat to read Elizabeth Taylor. Mossy Trotter is a real gem. A delightfully mischievous boy living in those long-ago halcyon days when children played out all day, roaming commons, scavenging on rubbish tips and stamping in newly-laid tar. -- Jacqueline Wilson
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