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Paperback. Condizione: New. Peta Jones is an ordinary girl struggling with the loss of her father, an army hero who died in mysterious circumstances. When she receives clues that he may still be alive, but noone believes her, she embarks on a dangerous rescue across the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean to a clifftop castle, home to a billionaire in exile. Soon Peta discovers that what some people will do for money, she will do for truth and hope.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Movie tie-in. The third book in the New York Times bestselling Maze Runner series - now a series of major movies starring Dylan O'Brien! SEE THE FILMS. READ THE BOOKS. ENTER THE MAZE . The Trials are over. WICKED have collected all the information they can. Now it's up to the Gladers to complete the blueprint for the cure to the Flare with a final voluntary test. But something has happened that no-one at WICKED has foreseen: Thomas has remembered more than they think. And he knows WICKED can't be trusted . The time for lies is over. But the truth is more dangerous than anyone could have imagined. Book 3 in the #1 New York Times bestselling MAZE RUNNER series! Now a major film available to stream on Disney+ High-octane, dystopian YA adventure, perfect for fans of The Hunger Games and Divergent Five pulse-pounding books in the series! Loved The Maze Runner series? Read the prequel The Kill Order to find out where it all began.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. A fantastical tale rooted in Greek mythology - perfect for fans of Madeline Miller! 'A fast-paced read packed with historical detail, In the Shadow of Heroes is a clever blend of intrigue, polititics, crime, history and a bit of fantasy . The plot is twisty and inventive ensuring that the reader remains enthralled throughout.'  LOVEREADING4KIDS 'A brilliant romp of a tale which seamlessly blends Greek Mythology with the Roman Empire.' STORGY KIDS Fourteen-year-old Cadmus has been scholar Tullus's slave since he was a baby - his master is the only family he knows. But when Tullus disappears and a taciturn slave called Tog - formerly a British princess - arrives with a secret message, Cadmus's life is turned upside down. The pair follow a trail that leads to Emperor Nero himself, and his crazed determination to possess the Golden Fleece of Greek mythology. This madcap quest will push Cadmus to the edge of the Roman Empire - and reveal unexpected truths about his past . The second novel by the critically acclaimed author of Witchborn; perfect for young fans of Madeline Miller Themes of myth, stories, heroism and truth in a spellbinding classical setting We follow lovable Cadmus as he embarks on an epic journey, featuring fantastical elements but firmly rooted in its historial world.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. From the bestselling author of TIN and THE MONSTERS OF ROOKHAVEN comes an unforgettable story of family, magic and home . 'A fantastical tale of monsters and grief, family and love, and a thrilling middle-grade adventure with real depth and heart.' THE BOOKSELLER, Book of the Month 'Poignant, strange, full of folkloric menace and delight, Pog fulfils the promise of Kenny's extraordinary debut, Tin.' GUARDIAN 'A terrific book with echoes of The Spiderwick Chronicles and Five Children and It, I loved it!' IRISH INDEPENDENTAfter their mother dies, David and Penny move to her family's old house in the forest. Dad says it's a fresh start but it feels sad and empty without Mum. And there are noises in the attic . A small furry creature is living in the roof. There are other creatures too - less friendly ones - that seem to be multiplying. Only with Pog's help can David and Penny save themselves - and goodness in the world. If they can resist promises from the darkness . A wonderful gentle fantasy novel from the bestselling author of The Monsters of Rookhaven and Tin Packed with fantastical monsters, vibrant characters and tonnes of heart Explores grief in a highly original way, as two siblings process the death of their mother with the help of an unforgettable, magical creature: Pog.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Arianwyn is back for another thrilling adventure in the second APPRENTICE WITCH book - Studio Ghibli meets Diana Wynne Jones! Praise for book 1:'Reminded me of the best of the Worst Witch books' ABI ELPHINSTONE'The Apprentice Witch is entirely more charming, adventurous, and full of heart than a book has any right to be.' TRENTON LEE STEWART'A delightful, witty and vivid story' KIRAN MILLWOOD HARGRAVEDuring an eventful holiday in Kingsport, Arianwyn is recruited for an important mission: to retrieve the Book of Quiet Glyphs from its hiding place in the Great Wood. But as she returns home to Lull, feyling refugees gather outside the town walls and hex plagues the forest. As tensions lead to fall-outs with her friends, town squabbles and magical mishaps, Arianwyn faces a sobering truth: she alone can find the Book, and wield its secrets . A bewitching series set in a world of domestic magic - a refreshingly small-world fantasy perfect for readers aged 9 and up. A spellbinding read, tapping into important themes of overcoming failure and building self-esteem. Filled with thrills, pesky magical conundrums, outlandish creatures and an enchanted forest, yet retains its warm soul and earthy charm. Daniela Terazzini (illustratore). …

Paperback. Condizione: New. The bestselling magical adventure, shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize!  'A classic winter's tale.' THE FINANCIAL TIMES  '. an engrossing, deeply atmospheric story.' THE TELEGRAPH 'A highlight of this year's fiction.' THE TIMES  'Fans of Eva Ibbotson will love this gripping tale.' THE WEEK JUNIOR  Alone in the world, Sophie dreams of being someone special, but she could never have imagined this .On a school trip to Russia, Sophie and her two friends find themselves on the wrong train. They are rescued by the beautiful Princess Anna Volkonskaya, who takes them to her winter palace and mesmerises them with stories of lost diamonds and a tragic past. But as night falls and wolves prowl, Sophie discovers more than dreams in the crumbling palace of secrets . An exciting, atmospheric wintry adventure With shades of Eva Ibbotson, Cornelia Funke and Dodie Smith's I Capture the Castle Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize and the Specsavers National Book Awards Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. A magical, thrilling pirate adventure: fun, fantastical and totally unputdownable! '[A] magical tale of pirates, magic and high adventure!' DAN SMITH 'non-stop adventure, Loved all the magic lurking beneath the sea.' NICKI THORNTON Tiggy has always had the ocean in her blood - and lately, she's been dreaming of mermaids - but she's a high-born girl on the Isle of Fortune, forced to wear dresses, attend balls and (worst of all) comb her wild curls. But then the Pirate King strikes, wielding deadly turquoise magic, and Tiggy's younger brother is stolen - along with every boy on the island. Tiggy knows it is time to claim her destiny, take to the high seas and rescue the boys of Fortune . A spellbinding, hugely exciting pirate adventure: fun, feminist, classic in feel and totally unputdownable. Perfect for fans of Pirates of the Caribbean! Oli is co-founder and executive producer at Blue Zoo, a BAFTA-winning film animation company - bringing a brilliantly cinematic and visual feel to Antigua de Fortune.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. From debut author Janae Marks comes a warm, wise and captivating mystery full of heart, as one girl searches for the truth in the face of great opposition. 'Truly a must-read.' ANGIE THOMAS, author of THE HATE U GIVE 'When Marcus tells Zoe he is innocent, and her grandmother agrees, Zoe begins to learn about inequality in the criminal justice system, and she sets out to find the alibi witness who can prove his innocence.' PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, 'An Anti-Racist Children's and YA Reading List' 'From the outset, debut author Janae Marks takes a sensitive approach to difficult themes of justice and racism to produce thisimportant, heartfelt book.' THE SCOTSMAN Zoe Washington isn't sure what to write. What does a girl say to the father she's never met, hadn't heard from until his letter arrived on her twelfth birthday, and who's been in prison for a terrible crime? A crime he says he never committed. Could Marcus really be innocent? Zoe is determined to uncover the truth. Even if it means hiding his letters and her investigation from the rest of her family. Everyone else thinks Zoe's worrying about doing a good job at her bakery internship and proving to her parents that she's worthy of auditioning for Food Network's Kids Bake Challenge. But with bakery confections on one part of her mind, and Marcus's conviction weighing heavily on the other, this is one recipe Zoe doesn't know how to balance. A warm and wise contemporary middle-grade novel by a fantastically talented debut writer. An incredibly moving and important story with important themes of racism and justice. Despite the big themes it sacrifices none of its middle-grade appeal - Zoe is a wonderfully lovable character and her journey is a real adventure.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. From the acclaimed author of THE EXTINCTS comes a quirky, creepy, laugh-out-loud mystery full of carnivorous plants and missing fingers! 'This is a perfect story for Halloween, it's very funny, but it's also scary, gruesome and atmospheric' THE PHOENIX COMIC 'A riot of a read' WRD MAGAZINE Orphaned Dan's new home is a crumbling castle. Here, horrible Aunt Grusilla reigns supreme, tending to her mysterious graveyard garden. But why are Aunt Grusilla and her curious servants each missing a finger - and what are the hungry 'cabbages' in the greenhouse? As Dan struggles to solve the mystery, he encounters a chilling question: what's the price of everlasting life? Perfect for fans of Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events, Dotty Sutton's Moth the Veggie Vampire and Gary Panton's The Notwitches A brilliant blend of laugh-out-loud funny, a little bit creepy and a twisty-turny mystery A spooky Halloween read for children aged 9 and up.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. From acclaimed writer Dan Smith - author of My Friend the Enemy, Nisha's War and Big Game, now a major motion picture starring Samuel L. Jackson - comes BOY X, a thrilling, no-holds-barred action survival series. Praise for Dan Smith: 'Action, adventure, wolves, snow . this story has EVERYTHING. I devoured it so quickly I need to read it again.' EMMA CARROLL on She Wolf 'This book grabbed me from page one . highly recommended' HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETY on My Friend the Enemy Kidnapped and drugged, Ash wakes up on a remote tropical island. His mum - a genetic scientist - has been imprisoned and infected with a deadly virus. Where is he, and what's he doing there? He sets out to cross the jungle to find out and rescue his mother. Soon he realizes he's quicker and sharper than before. But there's something else . why are theanimals watching him, and how can he use the jungle to his advantage? A real-life survival adventure set on a jungle island. The start of a new no-holds-barred action survival series: Bear Grylls meets The Maze Runner. From the award-winning author of acclaimed WW2 adventure novels My Friend the Enemy and My Brother's Secret. Dan Smith's most recent project, Big Game, is the novelisation of the hit movie starring Samuel L. Jackson - sold so far in 23 territories worldwide. …

Paperback. Condizione: New. From acclaimed author Dan Smith comes a page-turning, atmospheric ghost story packed full of adventure and heart . 'What a story . absolutely gripping' EMMA CARROLL 'An enchanting, beautifully crafted wartime tale'ALLY SHERRICK Malaya, 1942. Nisha's home is destroyed by war and she and her mother, Amma, flee to her father's ancestral house in England, perched on a cliff top on the cold Northern coast. When Amma falls gravely ill, Nisha is left to face her formidable grandmother alone. Grandmother's rules are countless, and her Anglo-Indian granddaughter is even forbidden from climbing the old weeping tree. But when a ghost child beckons Nisha to sit under its boughs, and promises her Amma's life in return for three truths, its pull proves irresistible . A thrilling historical ghost story; full of adventure, grief, guilt, forgiveness and belonging A fresh angle on a wartime story: the prejudice Nisha faces as a refugee feels particularly relevant today Perfect for fans of Frances Hardinge and Emma Carroll Praise for Dan Smith: 'Action, adventure, wolves, snow . this story has EVERYTHING. I devoured it so quickly I need to read it again.' EMMA CARROLL on She Wolf 'This book grabbed me from page one - highly recommended' HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETY on My Friend the Enemy.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. A fin-tastic tale of friendship and adventure, perfect for fans of Lemony Snicket and Edward Scissorhands! 'Charming and delightful . a whimsical adventure story stuffed to the flippers with fish puns and fun' SAM SEDGMAN 'I loved this story of fish, friendship and finding yourself.' A.F. STEADMAN 'The story has been polished like a pebble in a gift shop . so charming and quirky is our voyage' THE TIMES Marina lives in Merlington, a fish-obsessed seaside town. Unfortunately, she doesn't care for fish; she loves telling stories.Marina finds her best story yet when she explores the ruined, haunted pier: a boy called William with a head of tentacles and crab claws for hands. He has lived on the pier all his life, cared for by a fisherman who has since disappeared and who warned him always to remain hidden.Together, the pair resolve to unravel the mystery of his past - but danger isn't far away . The debut novel by Richard Pickard, a fresh new voice in children's fiction and winner of the Times/Chicken House Chairman's Choice Award 2019. A funny, dark, core middle-grade story touching on themes of lies, storytelling, secrets, acceptance and, of course, fish! Perfect for fans of Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events and Edward Scissorhands.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Part road-trip drama, part comedy and part romance, This is Not the End packs a huge pop-culture punch with a twist - perfect for fans of Adam Silvera! 'Road-trip drama meets comedy and romance' BIG ISSUE NORTH Ever since the sudden deaths of his parents, seventeen-year-old Hugh has developed a serious preoccupation with endings - and things get a little complicated when he meets Olivia Moon, a high-school outcast who can't die. But if he wants to learn more about her impossible power, he'll have to drive Olivia to New York and help retrieve a stolen crate of her most treasured possessions. As his feelings for Olivia grow, Hugh embarks on a road trip he'll never forget. Can she help him to accept that unsatisfying, messy endings are just a part of life? An unforgettable contemporary YA debut with a unique twist Follows two teens trying to figure out their own stories Perfect for fans of TikTok hits such as Adam Silvera's They Both Die at the End. …

Paperback. Condizione: New. From the bestselling author of Darwin's Dragons and My Friend the Octopus comes an exciting historical adventure - with a touch of magic - set aboard the Titanic .  '[A] compelling adventure . Superb.' THE TIMES, BOOK OF THE WEEK Young cabin steward, Sid, is proud to be working on the Titanic, the greatest stream liner ever built. Clara dreams of adventure at sea, and discovers it the hard way as a stowaway on a much smaller ship, the Carpathia.  Here, she meets a giant bear of a dog: Rigel, who has a reputation for mischief.  What none of them can foresee is how they'll need each other on the night Titanic collides with an iceberg. Or that an even more extraordinary creature might also answer their call . The third middle-grade historical adventure from the author of Darwin's Dragons and My Friend the Octopus   A new spin on the sinking of the Titanic, offering an uplifting alternate history of real-life survivor, Sid Daniels A touching animal friendship lies at the heart of the story, as well as hints of mythology  Showcases Lindsay Galvin's trademark combination of exciting adventure, real-life history and a magical twist    PRAISE FOR DARWIN'S DRAGONS: 'A striking and original adventure . just the sort of story I love.' EMMA CARROLL 'WHAT a voyage! [Darwin's Dragons] is everything you hope it will be .' LUCY STRANGE '[A] beautifully fictionalised story' THE TELEGRAPH.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. From the bestselling author of THE GIRL OF INK and STARS comes an unforgettable story for young and old alike: an exciting adventure to the frozen north, perfect for fans of Philip Pullman. WINNER OF THE BLACKWELL'S CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR 'An enchanting story' TELEGRAPH 'A winter wonderland to take you into the new year' THE i 'A compelling icy adventure' GUARDIAN Mila and her sisters live with their brother Oskar in a small forest cabin in the snow. One night, a fur-clad stranger arrives seeking shelter for himself and his men. But by the next morning, they've gone - taking Oskar with them. Fearful for his safety, Mila and her sisters set out to bring Oskar back - even it means going north, crossing frozen wild-lands to find a way past an eternal winter. The third children's novel by Times number one bestselling author Kiran Millwood Hargrave, winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize and the British Book Awards Children's Book of the Year From the author of The Girl of Ink and Stars, The Island at the End of Everything, Julia and the Shark and The Mercies - chosen for the Richard and Judy Book Club The Way Past Winter combines high adventure with beautiful writing and a wintry folk-tale feel - a gorgeous literary novel for all year round MORE PRAISE FOR THE WAY PAST WINTER:  'This gorgeous story of bravery, sisterhood, goodbyes and beginnings is a must for everyone.' JESSIE BURTON 'A white-knuckle ride of ice and snow' PIERS TORDAY 'Gorgeous, heartfelt and incredibly exciting. Her best yet, and that's saying something.' ROBIN STEVENS 'Exquisitely woven and beautifully atmospheric' ABI ELPHINSTONE 'Another classic in the making' SAMANTHA SHANNON 'Read it - and fall beneath its wintry spell' CERRIE BURNELL 'A masterclass in exquisite storytelling' CATHERINE DOYLE 'Mesmeric' EMMA CARROLL. …

Paperback. Condizione: New. A stunning, exciting story from acclaimed author Dan Smith - author of the Carnegie Medal-nominated Nisha's War.  BERLIN 1961 Anja and Monika live opposite each other. They play together every day, with Otto the cat. One night they wake up to bangs and shouts. Soldiers are building a huge barbed wire fence between them. A terrible forever wall that gets longer and higher until it divides the whole city. On the East side, Monika is scared - neighbours are becoming spies and there are secret police everywhere. It's Anja who spots that Otto has found a way across. If he can visit Monika, then perhaps she can too. But Anja gets trapped and there's no safe way back . . . An emotional, atmospheric story from Carnegie Medal-nominated author Dan Smith From the author of Nisha's War, My Friend the Enemy and She Wolf A high-stakes adventure, set during the Cold War, centred on two cousins separated when the Berlin Wall is built  Perfect for readers aged 9 and up who may be studying the Cold War at school   PRAISE FOR DAN SMITH: 'Action, adventure, wolves, snow . this story has EVERYTHING. I devoured it so quickly I need to read it again.' EMMACARROLL on She Wolf 'This book grabbed me from page one - highly recommended' HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETY on My Friend the Enemy.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. The third and final edge-of-your-seat adventure in Maz Evans's laugh-out-loud funny Vi Spy series! PRAISE FOR THE SERIES: 'Twists, turns, spies and surprises. What more do you want? Tears? Laughter? Maz Evans delivers them all.' FRANK COTTRELL BOYCE 'Vi Spy: Licence to Chill is brilliant - knockabout, laugh-a-minute, heartfelt fun' ROSS MONTGOMERY 'Wildly hilarious' THE GUARDIAN Vi has tried to save the Earth before . and failed. Now, her world faces a terrible threat: her Gran is seriously ill. Time is not on their side. And with the world's number one enemy laughing at them from space, Vi and her family blast off on an adventure that is truly out of this world . IT'S PURE GOLD! The third and final book in a brilliant middle-grade comedy adventure series; book 1, Vi Spy: Licence to Chill, was shortlisted for the Indie Book Awards in 2021. From the bestselling author of the Who Let the Gods Out? series; book 1 shortlisted for the Waterstones Book Prize 2018. A laugh-out-loud funny, high-octane spy story perfect for readers aged 8 and up Perfectly combines humour and heart: addresses the realities of being caught between divorcing parents Praise for the WHO LET THE GODS OUT? series: 'I totally fell in love with Elliot and the gods, and I think you're all going to love them too.' ROBIN STEVENS 'One of the funniest new voices in children's literature. The laughs come thick and fast' DAVID SOLOMONS '[A] relentlessly witty, fast-paced middle grade adventure' M.G. LEONARD.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. From the author of the Costa Award-winning Asha and the Spirit Bird comes a breathtaking, magical adventure . WINNER OF THE INDIE CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD LONGLISTED FOR THE BLUE PETER BOOK AWARD 'I absolutely adored it . an achingly beautiful story' Sita Brahmachari 'A lush, gorgeous setting in a novel as vivid and original as her Costa-winning debut.' The Guardian 'Beautifully written, richly atmospheric and touchingly spiritual, this brief novel sparkles like a polished gem' Daily Mail Tamarind never knew her Indian mum, who died soon after she was born. So when she arrives at her ancestral home, a huge mansion in the Himalayas surrounded by luxuriant gardens, she's full of questions for her extended family. But instead of answers, she finds an ominous silence - and a trickle of intriguing clues: an abandoned hut, a friendly monkey, a glowing star ring, and a strange girl in the garden who calls herself Ishta. Slowly, Tamarind unravels a mystery at the heart of who she is . A spellbinding adventure filled with mystery, adventure, family secrets and hidden magic From Costa Award-winning author Jasbinder Bilan, one of the UK's most acclaimed voices in children's fiction Perfect for readers aged 8-12 who love Katherine Rundell, Emma Carroll, Hannah Gold and stories rich in mystery and wonder MORE PRAISE FOR JASBINDER BILAN: 'A deliciously addictive, one-sitting type of read' NIZRANA FAROOK 'A beautiful weaving of myth and magic . Simply stunning' ZILLAH BETHELL 'Jasbinder Bilan's stories are always magical, her descriptive prose a joy to read' TIA FISHER 'A lyrical, heartfelt, legendary quest in a wonderfully crafted world' SOPHIE ANDERSON.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. From Waterstones Prize-shortlisted Lucy Strange comes an eerie and spooky Gothic tale, perfect for fans of Emma Carroll and Frances Hardinge . 'There's no better author wandering the moors nowadays than Strange.' LEMONY SNICKET, author of A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTS 'My book of the year. This is storytelling so secure and shining that you can almost feel the glow.' HILARY MCKAY, Costa Book Award-winning author of THE SKYLARK'S WAR 'I absolutely love this book . Lucy Strange is a wonderful, accomplished writer whose books stay with you long after you have finished reading.' NATASHA FARRANT, Costa Book Award-winning author of VOYAGE OF THE SPARROWHAWK 'One of my favourite children's books of all time.' MICHELLE HARRISON, author of A PINCH OF MAGIC Life is hard for Willa, Grace and Freya, and their three younger sisters. Six motherless girls working a farm, living in fear of their cruel father and the superstition that obsesses him - The Curse of Six Daughters. With the arrival of the mysterious Full Moon Fayre, there's a chance for the eldest girls to steal a moment's fun, but the day the fayre moves on, Grace vanishes. Willa goes after her, following a trail that leads into the dangerous Lost Marsh, where it is said a will-o'-the-wisp lures lost souls into the dark waters of the mire. If Willa is to survive and reunite her family, she will need to unravel the secrets her father has kept hidden, and face her own deepest fears . An enchanting story from Lucy Strange, author of The Secret of Nightingale Wood, The Ghost of Gosswater and the Waterstones Prize-shortlisted Our Castle by the Sea Perfect for fans of Emma Carroll, Frances Hardinge and Sophie Anderson Haunting, dreamy magical realism combined with a thrilling mystery    MORE PRAISE FOR SISTERS OF THE LOST MARSH:  'The makings of a middle-grade Gothic classic' THE SUNDAY TIMES 'Spellbinding and utterly atmospheric' THE I 'Not only is the writing beautiful, but the book is a work of art' IRISH EXAMINER 'Beautifully written, mysterious and atmospheric . perfect autumn reading' KATHERINE WOODFINE.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. A heartwarming, exciting story of friendship, wonder and dance from Waterstones Prize-shortlisted author Efua Traoré!  Jomi's mum left when he was little to make a new life for them in Lagos, the city of dreams. When Jomi doesn't hear from her, he decides to follow. His only starting place is a TV dance competition that his mum used to love. Things go badly for the boy and his pet bushbaby, until he meets a crew of street kids. Together, they come up with a one-chance idea to find Jomi's mother - and make their own dreams come true. A brand new novel full of joy and wonder by the author of Children of the Quicksands, shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize Selected as The Times Children's Book of the Year 2023 A contemporary adventure of destiny, friendship and dance set in the vibrant city of Lagos, Nigeria Jomi hopes to find his missing mum by dancing on a TV talent show in a story which offers emotional pull and a lot of fun! PRAISE FOR CHILDREN OF THE QUICKSANDS: 'A joy of a book: rich, warm, powerful storytelling' KATHERINE RUNDELL 'A thrilling adventure bright with the gorgeous colours of Nigeria - glorious!' JASBINDER BILAN 'An excellent book . rich in tradition and realism.' HANNAH GOLD '[A] beautifully evoked story' THE TELEGRAPH.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. 1st. A twisty-turny shadowy mystery from highly-acclaimed and Waterstones Prize-shortlisted author Lucy Strange. Abandoned at a boarding school on a bleak and remote Scottish island, Faye discovers that she and the other pupils have been sent there for doing something wicked. But what is it that Faye has done? She might be bold enough to explore the prison-like island but has she the courage to face a secret deep within herself? A stunning new tale from the Queen of Gothic, Lucy Strange - author of The Secret of Nightingale Wood, Sisters of the Lost Marsh, The Ghost of Gosswater and the Waterstones Prize-shortlisted Our Castle by the Sea A masterful blend of thrilling Gothic mystery, a touch of magical realism and stunning writing, all wrapped up in a twisty-turny plot Perfect for fans of Frances Hardinge and Emma Carroll Longlisted for The Highland Book Prize 2024 PRAISE FOR THE ISLAND AT THE EDGE OF NIGHT: 'Dazzling, endearing, unputdownable, green-magical. A gorgeous book.' HILARY MCKAY 'Lucy Strange is a master of dreadful delight. Her tales will chill your spine and haunt your mind, long after you have closed the final page.' JACK MEGGITT-PHILLIPS 'Absolutely superb! Unputdownable. From its gripping drama to its breathtaking beauty, I loved every word.' ELOISE WILLIAMS 'A gripping tale, as gritty and gothic as it is otherworldly and luminous. Nobody does it like Strange.' NICHOLAS BOWLING.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. A stunning adventure from the Branford Boase Award-shortlisted author of The Map of Leaves. Anna lives on remote Windrose Island, caring for its birds. When her stepfather Caleb is arrested for smuggling, she must prove his innocence. The truth may lie on board the Albatross, a missing whaler. Anna and her friend Mina travel the high seas to find the lost ship before ruthless Society Man, Bartholomew Rime. But without a map, only migrating birds and the song of whales can show the way.   A stunning new novel from the author of The Map of Leaves, shortlisted for the Branford Boase Award 2023 A masterfully-written, classic literary adventure with themes of female empowerment For fans of The Girl of Ink and Stars and The Lost Whale   PRAISE FOR THE MAP OF LEAVES: 'A thrilling, beautiful, important book' NATASHA FARRANT 'A very special story' JULIA GREEN '[A] breathless marvel' FLEUR HITCHCOCK.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Welcome to a new term at the River School! Jummy and Caro are thrilled to be working with their Nile House friends on the school corn-planting competition. But as they try to grow the biggest crops, they realize the beautiful Shine-Shine River is running low - why, and what does it have to do with the sinister bakery nearby? The friends will have to step up if they want to save the river and its wildlife - and win the school prize in the process .  The sequel to the critically-acclaimed Jummy at the River School, chosen as both Indie Book of the Month and Blackwell's Book of the Month A glorious collision of old-fashioned boarding-school tropes with vibrant 1990s Nigeria Irrepressible Jummy investigates a mystery full of laughter, environmentalism and friendship with a message of empowerment   PRAISE FOR BOOK 1, JUMMY AT THE RIVER SCHOOL: 'Beautifully told, with powerful and emotive writing . a joyous read filled with hope' THE SCOTSMAN 'What a joyful, vibrant story! A book for the heart' EFUA TRAORE, AUTHOR OF CHILDREN OF THE QUICKSANDS.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Dark academia meets Gothic vibes, perfect for fans of Philip Pullman and shortlisted for the Waterstones Book Prize 2023. 'A dark, clever, enthralling fantasy' THE GUARDIAN 'This is a book to escape into' THE IRISH TIMES '[Walker] has drawn a vivid magic-ravaged world' SFX Since the world fell sick with fantastical illnesses, sisters Payton and Ani have grown up in the hospital of King Jude's. Payton wants to be a methic like her father, working on a cure for her mother's sleeping fever. Ani, however, thinks the remedy for all illness might be found in the green wilderness beyond the hospital walls. When Ani stumbles upon an imprisoned boy who turns everything he touches to gold, her world is turned upside-down. The girls find themselves outside the hospital for the first time, a dark mystery unravelling . The first teen novel from Angharad Walker, author of critically-acclaimed The Ash House Angharad's writing evokes the clever, unique world-building and philosophical themes of Pullman's His Dark Materials while remaining startlingly original The story follows two sisters in a London-inspired city full of fantastical illness and sprawling, gothic hospitals where dark secrets linger beneath the surface Perfect autumnal reading    Praise for THE ASH HOUSE: 'An unexpected - and pleasing - combination of propitious and disquieting.' KIRKUS REVIEWS 'Walker's immersive story slowly reveals its secrets, using tension as a lever to tip the reader deep into the Ash House's mysteries.' PUBLISHERS WEEKLY 'The book has allegorical chill that settles slowly, like damp seeping in . . . leaving readers with a feeling of ambiguous unease that may stir for a long time in the back of their minds like the after-effects of a nightmare.' THE WALL STREET JOURNAL. …

Paperback. Condizione: New. From Costa Award-shortlisted author Nicholas Bowling comes a tale of adventure, myth and music to make your heart sing . 'Cast its spell over me from the first page . it really is my perfect book.' Jasbinder Bilan, author of ASHA and THE SPIRIT BIRD 'Nicholas Bowling is a thrilling writer.' THE TELEGRAPH Oran lives on Little Drum, where music is everything. Every islander has a birth instrument and a life song - and the ancestors, called ghasts, linger to hear the music. But when the Duchess arrives from the mainland bringing orders of silence, she threatens the ghasts' existence, the very soul of the community. When Oran hears of a mythical instrument with the power to manipulate hearts, she brings her ghast best friend, Alick, on a quest to find it, play it, and change the Duchess's mind . From the author of the Costa Children's Book Award-shortlisted In the Shadow of the Heroes comes a thrilling Celtic-inspired fantasy adventure. The adventure and magic of Neil Gaiman's Stardust with a Hebridean-inspired fantasy setting and lovable characters reminiscent of Pixar's Brave. A story about how music has the power to reveal, to inspire, and to bind people together.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. The first novel in the magical White Fox series - a beautifully illustrated tale of a young fox and a magical moonstone. '[A] delight, full of peril, friendship and mysticism' FINANCIAL TIMES A young white fox called Dilah returns home to find his mother gravely injured. Before she dies, she tells him about a treasure with the power to make animals human. The clues to its location are contained in a moonstone buried beneath their den - but wicked blue foxes seek the treasure too, and Dilah must race to find it first. Along the way, he meets all sorts of other creatures: a friendly seal, an ancient tortoise and a fierce leopard - but can he stay one step ahead? The first book in the White Fox series Themes of conservation, nature, civilisation and what it really means to be human Translated by the award-winning Jennifer Feeley, with gorgeous black-and-white line illustrations by acclaimed Chinese artist Viola Wang Continue the adventure with book 2, White Fox in the Forest. …

Paperback. Condizione: New. The second dragon adventure from the legendary author of Inkheart, Cornelia Funke - over 1 million English language copies of DRAGON RIDER sold worldwide, and now a major movie on Sky Cinema! 'A warm-hearted dream of a book.' THE GUARDIAN on Dragon RiderThe last winged horses are on the brink of extinction. Three foals lie curled in their eggs in a sanctuary for threatened creatures, where a young dragon rider lives with his silver dragon. The foals are ill, and the pair volunteer to seek the only cure: a Griffin's feather. But Griffins, with the heads of eagles and the bodies of lions, are a dragon's fiercest enemy, and live far across the world in the sweltering jungle. A dangerous and exciting adventure begins . The second book in the bestselling Dragon Rider series by the queen of middle-grade fantasy, Cornelia Funke Dragon Rider has now been adapted for the big screen in a major animation with a stellar cast including Felicity Jones and Patrick Stewart, now available on Sky Cinema Features magical illustrations by Cornelia Funke herself Continue the adventure with book 3, The Aurelia Curse.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. A gripping fusion of action, revenge and Norse legend from award-winning author Dan Smith! 'Nothing is as it first appears in this gripping tale of survival.' OBSERVER 'Action, adventure, wolves, snow . this story has EVERYTHING. I devoured it so quickly I need to read it again.' EMMA CARROLL 'Another stunning and original read from a master storyteller.' BOOKTRUST 'She Wolf is defined by its masterly prose as much as by its thrilling story.' THE IRISH TIMES A young Viking girl is swept by a storm on to a desolate English beach. Cruelly orphaned there, Ylva becomes set on revenge, tracking a killer through dangerous hinterland. She wants only the favour of the Norse gods and the comfort of her stories. But when a stranger decides to protect Ylva - seeming to understand her where others cannot - Ylva must decide if her own legend will end in vengeance or forgiveness . A startlingly original, emotional and action-packed adventure set in the dark ages. Our unforgettable main character, Viking girl Ylva, is pulled into an unforgettable adventure as she seeks vengeance - aided by a wolf companion! Perfect for readers aged nine and up.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children meets Lord of the Flies in this spooky, gothic story for readers 10+. 'A mesmerising other-worldly story that got deep under my skin - I couldn't put it down.' JASBINDER BILAN, author of Asha and the Spirit Bird 'Dark, tense and intoxicating . Seriously exciting.' LUCY STRANGE, author of The Ghost of Gosswater A new boy arrives at the Ash House. He can't remember his name - or why he's been sent there. Given the name Sol, and troubled by a mystery pain that no medicine can cure, he joins the gang of children living in the shadows of the secretive house. Soon, however, there's more for him to face: the darkness that descends with the arrival of the Doctor .   A timeless, multi-layered debut for ages 10+; perfect for fans of Ransom Riggs's Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children, Jack Mackay's Gloam or Patrick Ness's A Monster Calls.  Truly unique and original storytelling, with touches of magical realism and dystopia. Features stunning artwork by Olia Muza.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. An edge-of-your-seat adventure packed full of puzzles, spooks and mystery! 'GLORIOUSLY SPOOKY AND UTTERLY SPLENDID.'HANA TOOKE, author of The Unadoptables Amity has run off into Badwell Woods. Her brother Claude goes after her, only to discover his little sister's scarf dangling near a house in the trees. Has she gone inside? He enters, not expecting a three storey-building with NO stairs. And a party laid out when there's nobody else around. Only when the front door locks behind him does he realize it's a housetrap. And they've been caught . . .   A fabulous twist on a timeless haunted house adventure from the acclaimed author of the Milton the Mighty series Scooby-Doo meets The Mysterious Benedict Society via Escape Room Full of friendship, teamwork and logic versus instinct - all wrapped up in a book with thrills, heart and bags of atmosphere Perfect for readers aged 9 and up   PRAISE FOR MILTON THE MIGHTY: '[The] first book in a fantastic new series from Emma Read' THE TIMES 'A charming and thoughtful read' THE SCOTSMAN.…