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
*2015 RED HOUSE CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD SHORTLISTED AUTHOR*
A brand new animal adventure for 8+ readers set during World War One from classic-in-the-making and bestselling author, Megan Rix. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo and Sarah Lean.
Two friends, fighting their way home . . .
SHANTI and her calf TARA are beautiful circus elephants.
HARVEY is the faithful old collie who leads the show.
In war they will perform their most death-defying trick yet.
When the First World War seizes Europe, Cullen's Circus is forced to close. The men are sent to fight and the animals are torn apart from their keepers, and each other. But while Shanti must help on a farm, it's little Tara who faces a far worse fate. . .
Separated too soon from her mother, Tara's life is in danger. Only old, brave Harvey can bring them back together. And so side-by-side, dog and elephant set out on an extraordinary journey across the English countryside - but can the unlikely friends find Shanti in time?
Praise for Megan Rix:
'If you love Michael Morpurgo, you will enjoy this' Sunday Express
'A moving tale told with warmth, kindliness and lashings of good sense that lovers of Dick King-Smith will especially appreciate' The Times
'Every now and then a writer comes along with a unique way of storytelling. Meet Megan Rix . . . her novels are deeply moving and will strike a chord with animal lovers.' LoveReading
'A perfect story for animal lovers and lovers of adventure stories' Travelling Book Company
Also available by Megan Rix:
The Great Escape, The Victory Dogs, The Bomber Dog, A Soldier's Friend and The Hero Pup
The Ninth Legion marched into the mists of northern Britain. And they never came back. Marcus Aquila has to find out what happened to his father and the Ninth Legion, and so embarks on a quest into the unknown territory of the north. A quest so hazardous, no on expects him to return.
Malala Yousafzai is:
A student
A campaigner
An inspiration
Malala is known across the world for her bravery, resilience and hope in the face of terrifying adversity. From playing in the Swat Valley in Pakistan to making speeches at the United Nations, she has become an inspiration for people fighting for justice.
Discover what it took for one incredible girl to become the voice of so many, in this beautifully illustrated book that brings Malala's extraordinary story to life.
Explore other extraordinary lives:
The Extraordinary Life of Stephen Hawking
The Extraordinary Life of Michelle Obama
The Extraordinary Life of Anne Frank
The Extraordinary Life of Mahatma Gandhi
The Extraordinary Life of Rosa Parks
The Extraordinary Life of Serena Williams
The Extraordinary Life of Nelson Mandela
Kathleen Fidler's classic story is set in the ancient Stone Age village of Skara Brae on Orkney. This is a fascinating and vividly portrayed story of life nearly 3,000 years ago.
Kali and Brockan are in trouble. They have been using their stone axes to chip limpets off the rocks, but they've gone too far out and find themselves trapped by the tides. Then, an unexpected rescuer appears, a strange boy in a strange boat, carrying a strangely sharp axe of a type they have never seen before.
Conflict arises as the village of Skara must decide what to do with the new ideas and practices that the boy brings. As a deadly storm threatens, the very survival of the village is in doubt.
Step back into the Stone Age and learn about the daily life and rituals of the ancient village of Skara Brae in this compelling, fictional account of the famous Orkney settlement. Vivid descriptions and accurate historical details bring the village to life and make this an ideal choice for those studying the Stone Age curriculum.
Spirulina's father has lost a competition to Ariel the air sprite and must hand over all of his treasure. But when the treasure mysteriously disappears, it is up to Spirulina to find it before Coralie and Shelley are forced out of the Floating Palace.
Cedric Thatchbottom can’t wait to train as a squire, serving Sir Percival the Proud – a knight famed throughout the land for his glorious deeds. But this famous knight isn’t all he appears to be, and Cedric soon finds himself being run ragged around Castle Bombast by his new master.
In Book 3 of the Knightmare series, a wealthy princess is visiting the kingdom in search of a husband, and Sir Percy has a plot up his sleeve to see off the other potential suitors. As usual, Cedric has a key part to play in his master's plan. Ugh! Dressing up as a maiden in silk bloomers wasn’t quite what he had in mind when he signed up to be a squire.
A hilarious new series following the misadventures of a trainee knight. Packed with comical characters, battles, puns and poo, these books are irresistible to young readers aged six to eight years.
The tragic story of Lady Jane Grey who was Queen of England for nine
days in July 1553. Jane grew up watching her cousins in training
as heirs to the throne, little imagining that by a twist of fate
she would one day be crowned. But this is Tudor England where
nobody plays fair, and even a queen isn't safe from those who wish
her harm.
Who was William the Conqueror and how did he invade Britain? Discover all about the Battle of Hastings, including the ships, soldiers and archers needed for William to defeat King Harold. And find out how the king's defeat changled Medieval England forever.
