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Pretties
(Paperback)
Scott Westerfeld
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The second installment of Scott Westerfeld’s international bestselling
Uglies series – the global phenomenon that started the dystopian trend.
In Tally’s world, looks are all that matters. And now that she’s
finally undertaken the surgery to become a ‘Pretty’, everything seems
perfect: her looks are flawless, her clothes are cool, her boyfriend is
totally gorgeous, and she's completely popular.
But beneath the fun of non-stop parties, high-tech luxury and apparent
total freedom, Tally can’t stop a nagging sense that something is
wrong. Something important. Then a message from her ‘Ugly’ past
arrives, forcing Tally to remember the truth she learned before her
transformation, and the fun stops cold. Because the true price of this
perfect world is more than Tally is willing to pay…
The third in a gripping young fantasy series from the author of THE
HUNGER GAMES, re-issued with a striking newly-designed cover.
Gregor and Boots must return to the Underland to help ward off a
plague. It is spreading fast, and when it claims one of Gregor's
family, he begins to truly understand his role in the Prophecy of
Blood. Gregor must summon all his power to end the biological
warfare that threatens the fate of every warmblooded creature.
PERCY JACKSON meets ERAGON in the new epic saga from bestseller
Peter Lerangis. "A high-octane mix of modern adventure and ancient
secrets... I can't wait to see what's next" Rick Riordan A week ago
Jack McKinley was a normal boy, totally unaware that he had amazing
powers - and that he was about to die. A secret organisation saved
his life and now, to save the world, Jack must find seven magical
objects hidden in the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Luckily,
there are three other kids just like Jack and they're all on the
mission together. But the gang are in trouble already. Marco has
disappeared without a trace, along with the first object. With time
running out, Jack and his remaining friends have no choice but to
continue their quest without him, with no idea of what danger lies
ahead. The epic adventure continues. Second stop: The Hanging
Gardens of Babylon.
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Willow
(Hardcover)
Jaymi Guess
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It only takes one strike: A powerful feminist reworking of the Hans
Christian Andersen classic, from bestselling and award-winning
creators Emma Carroll and Lauren Child. 'Superb. About community
and voices and standing up for yourself' Phil Earle, British Book
Award-winning author of When the Sky Falls Bridie works hard to
feed her family, selling matches on the streets of Victorian
London. After an incident leaves her with only three matches left,
the magical strike of each one sees her tumble into visions of a
brighter future. Realizing she has the power to change her own
fortune, Bridie leads the match factory workers out on strike,
achieving the remarkable through their unity and courage. A defiant
and empowering retelling of the classic you thought you knew, based
on real-life events, this stunning collaboration brought to life in
glorious spot colour introduces a bold new heroine for future
generations to treasure. 'Bridie is a feminist icon, with a story
that is all too relevant. There is so much power in these beautiful
pages' Katya Balen, winner of the Carnegie Medal 'A defiant,
elegantly illustrated story' Sunday Times Culture 'A brilliant
story of collective power that champions community and kindness'
Abi Elphinstone 'A powerful strike right to the heart, burning with
courage, that should light a beacon of hope for young readers'
Piers Torday 'A timely read that might prompt discussion' Observer
'[Lauren] Child's vivid spot-colour illustrations elegantly
complement the fierceness of the story' Guardian 'A masterful
interweaving of fairytale and fact with social action and strong
women at its heart' Smriti Halls
On one side of the underwater street is the remains of a house . .
. It's beautiful here, and eerie, a lost kingdom, a ghost village .
. . It's the near-future and Britain is having yet another
heatwave. Of course, the government have put in the normal curfews
for this kind of weather, and shops are forced to shut again. For
Polly, it's the sort of heat that makes her do wild,
out-of-character things just to cool down. Like face her fear of
deepwater. Essential when she and her brother have been sent to
their aunt's eco lake-side house for the summer. But Truthwater
Lake is beginning to dry up. As the water level diminishes, a lost
village emerges. Swimming over the rooftops at midnight, Polly
dives down and is suddenly able to breathe, to hear church bells
and bird song . . . Polly has discovered an underwater gateway . .
. to the past!
With all the magic of Narnia and the humour of Mary Poppins, this is a future middle grade fantasy classic – and the beginning of an unforgettable journey…
Imogen should be nice to her little sister Marie. She should be nice to her mum’s boyfriend too. And she certainly shouldn’t follow a strange silver moth through a door in a tree.
But then… who does what they’re told?
Followed by Marie, Imogen finds herself falling into a magical kingdom where the two sisters are swept up in a thrilling race against time – helped by the spoiled prince of the kingdom, a dancing bear, a very grumpy hunter… and even the stars above them.
Thrilling, sharply funny, and with characters you will fall in love with, A Clock of Stars is a timeless fantasy from an astonishing new voice.
Packed with bewitching rainbow scenes and magical creatures from
unicorns and fairies to dragons and mermaids. Simply brush water
over the black and white designs to watch the enchanting rainbow
colours appear.
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Dream Wishes
(Hardcover)
Kristin Soltis; Illustrated by Katharine Clark
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When Harley stars in a reality TV show, she hatches a plan to boost
her viewership. By hook or by crook, she's going to convince
Batgirl to co-star! Will the caped crime fighter's role of a
lifetime lead to a ratings bonanza or a big, bad burglary bust?
Find out in this action-packed chapter book for DC Super Hero and
Super-Villain fans!
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Dance Magic
(Paperback)
Emma Finlayson-Palmer; Illustrated by Heidi Cannon
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Autumn Moonbeam loves gymnastics and dance so when Sparkledale
Dance Academy have try-outs for their competitive dance team, Black
Cats, she thinks it's the most broom-tastic opportunity ever! Just
one problem, Autumn is nervous and worries she won't make it onto
the team. And then she discovers that her nasty neighbour Severina
Bloodworth is trying out too. But with her best friend Batty by her
side can Autumn overcome her shyness, lack of confidence and
magical mishaps to be chosen to join Sparkledale Dance Academy?
Enchanting, fun and full of heart, this is a story about growing
into yourself, following your dreams and making new friends along
the way. With added stunts and magic, of course!
An enchanting tale of courage and sacrifice by George R.R. Martin,
author of A Song of Ice and Fire, the series that inspired HBO's
Emmy Award-winning GAME OF THRONES. From ancient times the ice
dragon was a creature of legend and fear, for no man had ever tamed
one. But Adara was not afraid. For Adara was a winter child, born
during the worst freeze that anyone, even the Old Ones, could
remember. The ice dragon had always been in her life, glimpsed from
afar as she played in the snow long after the other children had
fled the cold. In her fourth year she touched it, and in her fifth
year she rode upon its broad, chilled back. Then, in her seventh
year, on a calm summer day, fiery dragons from the North swooped
down upon the peaceful farm that was Adara's home. And only a
winter child - and the ice dragon who loved her - could save her
world from utter destruction.
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