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The second book in the series, based on the remarkable story of the
Dick, Kerr Ladies. With the end of WW1 being declared, Hettie's
brother Freddie should be feeling relieved, but unfortunately his
personal war has only just begun. He is still crippled by
nightmares and guilt about a mistake that led to a man's death in
the war. He tries to distract himself by helping Hettie support the
Dick, Kerr team, and his love for photography sees him quickly
become their unofficial photographer, taking team shots and getting
to know the girls. Can the introduction of a new key player, Jessie
Walmsley - a brave heroic woman, help Freddie to face his demons?
And will a new job opportunity giving him the chance to travel the
country, reporting on the Dick, Kerr Girls, finally appease his
Dad? As the girls embark on their first domestic and international
tour against the French Ladies team, Freddie finds he is on a
journey of his own, facing up to his mistakes and taking a step to
correct them. Can he learn from the vital lesson that the Dick,
Kerr Girls have to offer? That team work, communication and
friendship can overcome just about anything.
This is the story of a bear-hearted girl . . . Sometimes, when a person dies, their
spirit goes looking for somewhere to hide. Some people have space
within them, perfect for hiding. Twelve-year-old Makepeace has
learned to defend herself from the ghosts which try to possess her
in the night, desperate for refuge, but one day a dreadful event
causes her to drop her guard. And now there's a spirit inside her.
The spirit is wild, brutish and strong, and it may be her only
defence when she is sent to live with her father's rich and
powerful ancestors. There is talk of civil war, and they need
people like her to protect their dark and terrible family secret.
But as she plans her escape and heads out into a country torn apart
by war, Makepeace must decide which is worse: possession - or
death.
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Yonder
(Paperback)
Ali Standish
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R291
R250
Discovery Miles 2 500
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Named Children's Book of the Week by The Times! Inspired by a true
family story, Michael Rosen presents an astonishing account of
perseverance, love and hope in wartime. Beginning in 1939, young
Solly in London exchanges letters with his teenaged cousin, Bernie,
in Poland. While Solly is evacuated and tries his best to adjust to
life in the English countryside, Bernie's parents know that as Jews
they're not safe staying in Warsaw, so they send Bernie to the
Russian-occupied side of the country in the hope that he'll be
safer there. Soon, though, he is arrested and sent off to a forced
labour camp in Russia. As the cousins exchange sporadic letters,
they try to keep their spirits up, trading jokes and observations
about the world changing all around them. Then Bernie seizes the
opportunity to join the "Anders Army" and fight the Axis powers,
and tells Solly all about his experiences in Iraq and eventually
Italy, where he fights alongside the British at the famous Battle
of Monte Cassino. Does Bernie survive and find a safe place to call
home? With breathtaking illustrations by beloved illustrator
Michael Foreman, this is an unforgettable story of courage and
love, perfect for the whole family to share. Michael Rosen is one
of the best-known figures in the children's book world, known for
his work as poet and author of classic books such as WE'RE GOING ON
A BEAR HUNT. This book is a perfect companion to POPPY FIELD by
Michael Morpurgo and Michael Foreman. Together, the books are a
wonderful introduction to the history of the great wars of the 20th
century and the importance of Remembrance.
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Anonymous
(Hardcover)
Scott Jacobs
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R549
R462
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I Am Awesome
(Hardcover)
Joedy Barnes; Illustrated by James Hislope
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