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Books > Children's Fiction & Fun > Adventure Stories
It’s been many moons since Ivypool lost her daughter Bristlefrost to the Dark Forest,
yet Ivypool can’t bear to move on. Even being named Deputy of ThunderClan—a role
she earlier would have relished—feels meaningless amid the pain of her grief.
When Whistlepaw has a disturbing vision—one that could spell disaster for all the
Clans—a group of cats is selected to go on a quest to investigate. Ivypool is happy to
join their mission. Perhaps being away from her daily responsibilities will help her
escape the painful memory of Bristlefrost’s death.
The cats set out on an arduous journey, facing everything from painful hunger to
bloodthirsty dogs. But nothing can prepare them for what they find: a disgusting
Twoleg den that’s caging a series of strange animals, including two who may have
surprising ties to the Clans.
In order to complete their quest and right a terrible wrong that goes back generations,
the five Clan cats must help these creatures find their true home. But first, Ivypool
must let go of the past, and her grief, if she is to have any hope of ensuring a future
for the Clans—and for herself.
The bone-shaking new trilogy concludes – the latest adventure in the
bestselling Skulduggery Pleasant series
Skulduggery Pleasant has many enemies – many, many enemies – and people
try to kill him multiple times a day. But when someone puts a price on
his head, he finds himself going up against a foe that not even he can
beat. Not alone, anyway.
And where is his partner right when he needs her the most?
Valkyrie Cain is in prison, fighting to stay alive in a place where
everyone wants to kill her.
With an island of sorcerers ready to cut themselves off from the rest
of the world, a terrorist group enjoying unprecedented public support,
and a showdown looming between Winter Grieving and the Child of the
Ancients, Skulduggery and Valkyrie find that their options, like their
chances, are quickly running out.
IS THIS THE END?
'A vivid and gripping, superbly told historical adventure' - Sophie
Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs and The Girl Who
Speaks Bear on Rosie Raja: Churchill's Spy It is the autumn of
1941, and Rosie Raja is back for another action-packed and
electrifying adventure. After successfully helping her spy father
complete his mission in France, Rosie has gained quite a reputation
for herself and is determined to continue her secret agent
escapades. This time around, Rosie finds herself undercover in the
magnificent and scorching city of Cairo, officially to make sure
Egypt's amazing historical artefacts are kept safe from the
Nazis... but really to root out a traitor in the British ranks.
With the stakes higher than they've ever been, can Rosie and her
father keep each other safe? A thrilling and empowering
coming-of-age WWII adventure set in the dazzling city of Cairo
which follows an engaging, determined, Muslim heroine called Rosina
Raja. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo and Emma Carroll, and
those looking for diverse historical fiction.
From New York Times bestselling author Brigid Kemmerer comes an electrifying fantasy romance, perfect for fans of Holly Black and Victoria Aveyard.
A desperate prince. A daring outlaw. A dangerous flirtation.
In the Wilds of Kandala, apothecary apprentice Tessa Cade has been watching people suffer for too long. A mysterious sickness is ravaging the land and the cure, Moonflower Elixir, is only available for the wealthy. So every night, she defies the royal edicts and sneaks out, stealing Moonflower petals and leaving the elixir for those in need.
In the palace of Kandala, Prince Corrick serves as the King’s Justice, meting out vicious punishments and striking fear into the hearts of agitators and outlaws. Corrick knows he must play this role convincingly--with a shortage of elixir and threats of rebellion looming ever closer, the King’s grip on power is tenuous at best, and Corrick knows his brother is the kingdom’s best hope for survival.
But when an act of unspeakable cruelty brings the royal and the outlaw face to face, the natural enemies are faced with an impossible choice--and a surprising spark. Will they follow their instincts to destroy each other? Or will they save the kingdom together . . . and let that spark ignite?
Reintroducing London's newest and greatest detective: Enola Holmes in
this second exciting mystery - from the series that inspired the film
starring Millie Bobby Brown.
'A story of a young girl who is empowered, capable, and smart . . . the
Enola Holmes book series convey an impactful message to kids and
teenagers all over the world that you can do anything if you set your
mind to it, and it does so in an exciting and adventurous way.' Millie
Bobby Brown
Enola Holmes is on the run from the world's most famous detective - her
brother Sherlock Holmes.
As she roams the dark and dangerous streets of London disguised as a
doctor's secretary called Miss Ivy Meshle, Enola is reminded more and
more that her name backwards spells 'alone'.
But when she finds a concealed cache of dazzling charcoal drawings, she
feels drawn to the girl who drew them. Only, that girl, young Lady
Cecily, has mysteriously vanished.
It's up to Enola to find her, but false appearances can only last so
long... Enola's adventures continue in this thrilling second instalment.
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My Kitty
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Nanna Wrinkles; Illustrated by Yosephine A Djohan
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Space Spooks
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John Sazaklis; Illustrated by Patrycja Fabicka
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Iwan is die jongste en ook die luiste van drie seuns. Op ’n dag stuur sy pa hom om takke in die woud te gaan afbreek en daar kom hy ’n blinde man teë. Dié man sê vir hom dat hy eendag die tsaar van Rusland sal word. Al wat hy moet doen, is om op die bakoond in die huis te lê, net sonneblompitte te eet, en met niemand te praat nie … vir sewe jaar lank!
Die jare gaan verby en uiteindelik begin sy groot reis na die Witteberge, ’n reis vol avontuur en gevare. Hy kom teen die bose Og te staan, kruis paaie met die rower Batur en reken met ’n heks af. So trek hy deur seisoene en landskappe, en telkens moet hy ’n nuwe struikelblok op pad oorkom.
Maar Wanja glo vas in die voorspelling van die blinde man en hou voet by stuk. Sou die ou man die waarheid gepraat het?
For fans of Little White Lies and Two Can Keep a Secret comes an
addictive thriller about a budding teen celebrity secretly
investigating his brother's suspicious death while navigating the highs
and lows of fame.
Rising star Abel Miller has just landed a role in one of the hottest
reboots on the Omni Channel, Sunset High. It looks like he’ll be yet
another budding celebrity plucked from obscurity, but he has a secret:
his brother, Adam, a mere production associate, died during the filming
of the last attempt at Sunset High, and no one knows how… or why. Abel
is going to find out.
But when he meets the other stars of the show— Lucky, Ryan, and Ella,
along with creator Lake Carter— he realizes there’s even more darkness
beneath the shimmer of fame. They all have their own secrets to hide,
and one of them is willing to kill to keep it that way.
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