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An instant New York Times bestseller! Would you tempt even the most
dangerous fate to save the ones you love? Briseis has one chance to
save her mother, but she'll need to do the impossible: find the
last fragment of the deadly Absyrtus Heart. To locate the missing
piece, she must turn to the blood relatives she's never known,
learn about their secret powers, and take her place in their
ancient lineage. But Briseis is not the only one who wants the
Heart, and her enemies will stop at nothing to fulfill their own
ruthless plans. The fates tell of a truly dangerous journey, one
that could end in more heartache, more death. Strengthened by the
sisterhood of ancient magic, can Briseis harness her power to save
the people she loves most? Bestselling author Kalynn Bayron
continues the story of Briseis and her family's unique magic in the
sequel to This Poison Heart.
Three books of fun in one! Join Dave the naughtiest unicorn for a BUMPER collection of three favourite funny stories, perfect for reluctant readers and boys and girls aged 5-8.
Mira has always dreamed of having her very own unicorn, so she's over the moon when she finally gets her invitation to Unicorn School! But Dave isn't quite the elegant, sparkling unicorn she's been dreaming of … he's more grumpy than glittery and loves to snooze and eat donuts! But Dave has hidden strengths – he's brilliant at prancing AND and he holds the Unicorn School record for the amount of poos ever done in one day (38) – and soon Mira and Dave are the BEST of friends.
Join Dave and the gang for three amazing, magical adventures in one. This bumper collection contains The Naughtiest Unicorn, The Naughtiest Unicorn at Sports Day and The Naughtiest Unicorn on a School Trip.
A stunning full-colour illustrated gift hardback of the second book
in Philip Pullman's world-famous and beloved His Dark Materials
trilogy. The perfect gift for every fan, of any age. "What is he? A
friend, or an enemy?" "He is a murderer." Will has just killed a
man. He's on the run. His escape will take him far beyond his own
world, to the eerie disquiet of a deserted city, and to a girl,
Lyra. Her fate is strangely linked to his own, and together they
must find the most powerful weapon in all the worlds... Now a major
HBO/BBC TV series starring Ruth Wilson, James McAvoy, Dafne Keen,
Lin-Manuel Miranda. Beautifully illustrated by acclaimed artist
Chris Wormell, the creator of the covers for The Book of Dust: la
Belle Sauvage and The Secret Commonwealth.The perfect companion to
the illustrated gift hardback edition of Northern Lights
Spring is coming, the snow is melting and the young dragons are
growing up. There are quarrels and new alliances, a family problem
to solve, a desperate hunt and help from unexpected friends. Soon
Emily and her family must leave the Castle and head home to Ben
McIlwhinnie and their Scottish Glen, where Tom gets a shock, Lily
finds playmates and Emily faces the biggest challenge of her life.
There is excitement but also sadness in this, the sixth and last
volume of the Dragon Tales Chronicles.
1945. War has ended, but for sisters Isobel and Flora the struggles
still continue. They've lost their father and had their home
destroyed in a bombing raid, and now they must go to live with
their aunt and her awful husband Mr Godfrey in their ancestral
home, Splint Hall. From the moment of their arrival it seems that
this is a place shrouded in mysteries and secrets. Who are the
strange men who arrive with packages at night? What is the source
of the strange blue sparks coming from the ground? And why do the
locals seem to hate their family so much? As the girls begin to
unearth an ancient myth and family secret, the adventure of a
lifetime begins.
A deliciously spooky novel packed with illustrations - Stranger
Things for younger readers! 'Wildly imaginative and totally
terrifying' JEFF KINNEY, AUTHOR OF DIARY OF A WIMPY KID 'A
haunted-house version of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' BRIAN
SELZNICK, AUTHOR OF THE INVENTION OF HUGO CABRET 'Overgrown with
fantastic ideas' THE NEW YORK TIMES Nothing seems out of place in
the town of Cowslip Grove. But kids have been going missing -
excpet no one even realizes it, because no one remembers them. Not
their friends. Not their teachers. Not even their families. But
Levi and Kat do remember, and only they can see why everyone is in
danger when night descends. Can they find the disappeared before
evil swallows the town whole? A spellbinding, original and lavishly
illustrated horror story for middle-grade readers Half-written,
half-graphic novel, and all spooky mystery! Two unlikely friends
face down their worst fears in order to stop their small town - and
themselves - from disappearing
Created to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Goosebumps series,
with five of the all-time bestselling books including Monster
Blood, Why I'm Afraid of Bees, A Night in Terror Tower, The Beast
From the East, and Legend of the Lost Legend. Each with their
original cover in an exclusive, pressed metal, retro collector's
tin! Reader beware - it's the original scare again! Goosebumps is a
bestselling series of books that have been thrilling children for
decades Also a much-loved TV show and two blockbuster feature
films, the first starring Jack Black and Dylan Minnette
Sequel to the bestselling Frostheart - the crew are back for another thrilling adventure!
Ash and the rest of the Frostheart's brave crew have finally arrived at the majestic stronghold of Aurora - and Ash's mind is blown.
It's an extraordinary place - unlike anything he's ever seen - and he can't wait to solve the next clue that will lead him to his parents.
But it's quickly clear that even Aurora isn't safe for Song Weavers. A fanatical Pathfinder captain has turned the city against Ash and his kind - and it's not long before the Frostheart has to make another break for freedom.
But when a vicious Wraith attack leaves Ash, Lunah, Rook and Tobu stranded on the ice, they will have to use all their strength and cunning to reach safety. But what they find is even more incredible...
Have you ever heard of a see-through frog, a cartwheeling spider,
or a jellyfish that never dies? This entertaining book highlights
examples of animals with unusual bodies and surprising behaviors
that make them stand out in the animal world.
Find out what is fact or fantasy in these 8 amazing books. Explore
the amazing worlds of fact and fantasy in this collection of eight
exciting books. Learn through step-by-step hands-on projects that
make history and mythology come alive: make a shaman's mask,
prepare a recipe to keep vampires at bay, learn to write your name
in runes, build a model castle and make your own tipi. This title
features more than 1600 fabulous colour photographs, illustrations
and inside-view artworks. This is a stimulating reference book
collection, ideal for 8- to 12-year olds to use at home and school.
From exploring the forgotten world of the Vikings, to discovering
the weird and wonderful mythological creatures that have inspired
monster stories, this series of books explores the subjects that
all kids find fascinating, and puts them into historical context.
Journey into the afterlife by exploring the tombs of warrior kings
and mummies of beautiful princesses, and read about how ordinary
people were once put to death for being called a witch. Read about
the pioneers who set out for a new life in the Wild West of
America, and explore the cultures of the Sioux, Blackfoot and other
native American tribes they encountered along the way. Each book
contains hands-on step-by-step projects to make history come alive.
Easy-to-follow photographs show you how to dress like a medieval
lady, cook a cowboy meal, make Native American jewellery or create
your own Egyptian tomb paintings...and much, much more. Beautifully
designed with over 1600 fabulous colour photographs, illustrations
and artworks, this is a spectacular journey through time and an
ideal companion for home or school-based learning.
On holiday in Cornwall, Simon, Jane and Barney Drew discover an
ancient map in the attic of the Grey House, where they are staying
with their mysterious Great-Uncle Merry. They know immediately that
it is special. But it is much more than just a map. It is the start
of a quest to find a grail, a source of great power that could
contain - or resurrect - the powerful, age-old forces of evil in
the world. And the Drews are not the only ones searching for it.
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