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A Sky Painted Gold (Paperback): Laura Wood A Sky Painted Gold (Paperback)
Laura Wood 1
R291 R211 Discovery Miles 2 110 Save R80 (27%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

"Gorgeous inside and out" The BookActivist A gorgeously dreamy coming-of-age romance set against a stunning Gatsby-esque backdrop. Growing up in her sleepy Cornish village dreaming of being a writer, sixteen-year-old Lou has always wondered about the grand Cardew house which has stood empty for years. And when the owners arrive for the summer - a handsome, dashing brother and sister - Lou is quite swept off her feet and into a world of moonlit cocktail parties and glamour beyond her wildest dreams. But, as she grows closer to the Cardews, is she abandoning her own ambitions... and is there something darker lurking at the heart of the Cardew family? this sweeping and evocative romance is perfect for fans of I Capture the Castle and Eva Ibbotson stunning foiled cover perfectly captures the deco time "As elegant and energising as a flute of fine champagne... Exuberantly entertaining, breezily romantic and shimmering with the delicious anticipation of pastures new, this is jubilantly fine fiction in the vein of I Capture the Castle" - Love Reading 4 Kids

How To Drive A Roman Chariot (Paperback): Caryl Hart How To Drive A Roman Chariot (Paperback)
Caryl Hart; Illustrated by Ed Eaves 1
R147 Discovery Miles 1 470 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Join Albie on a brand new adventure in the TENTH book in this brilliant series by the bestselling author and illustrator pairing, Caryl Hart and Ed Eaves. Albie is outside feeding the horses, when it starts to rain and he finds himself whisked off to Ancient Rome! There he meets a young girl, Julia and before they know it they are at the helm of a runaway chariot. Can they stop the chariot before it's too late? Ancient History has never been so much fun!

One-Eyed Cat (Paperback, 1st Aladdin Paperbacks ed): Paula Fox One-Eyed Cat (Paperback, 1st Aladdin Paperbacks ed)
Paula Fox; Illustrated by Erika Meltzer
R238 R198 Discovery Miles 1 980 Save R40 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

A Single Shot

Ned fired the forbidden rifle just once, at a flickering shadow in the autumn moonlight. But someone -- a face, fleetingly seen staring at him from an attic window -- was watching.

And when a one-eyed cat turns up at an elderly neighbor's woodshed, Ned is caught in a web of guilt, fear, and shame that he cannot escape -- until another moonlit night, come spring, brings redemption and surprising revelations.

Under the Broken Sky (Paperback): Mariko Nagai Under the Broken Sky (Paperback)
Mariko Nagai
R185 Discovery Miles 1 850 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Necessary for all of humankind, Under the Broken Sky is a breathtaking work of literature.--Booklist, starred review A beautifully told middle-grade novel-in-verse about a Japanese orphan's experience in occupied rural Manchuria during World War II. Twelve-year-old Natsu and her family live a quiet farm life in Manchuria, near the border of the Soviet Union. But the life they've known begins to unravel when her father is recruited to the Japanese army, and Natsu and her little sister, Cricket, are left orphaned and destitute. In a desperate move to keep her sister alive, Natsu sells Cricket to a Russian family following the 1945 Soviet occupation. The journey to redemption for Natsu's broken family is rife with struggles, but Natsu is tenacious and will stop at nothing to get her little sister back. Literary and historically insightful, this is one of the great untold stories of WWII. Much like the Newbery Honor book Inside Out and Back Again by Thanhha Lai, Mariko Nagai's Under the Broken Sky is powerful, poignant, and ultimately hopeful. Christy Ottaviano Books

Tara and the Towering Wave - An Indian Ocean Tsunami Survival Story (Paperback): Cristina Oxtra Tara and the Towering Wave - An Indian Ocean Tsunami Survival Story (Paperback)
Cristina Oxtra; Illustrated by Francesca Ficorilli; Cover design or artwork by Jane Pica
R239 R194 Discovery Miles 1 940 Save R45 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

When her mother announces a holiday to Thailand, Tara isn't thrilled. She'd rather stay at home with her friends, but Mum is determined to use the girls' trip to explore their Thai heritage. Tara is reluctant to travel so far from home, especially to a country she doesn't feel connected to. But then disaster strikes. The day after Christmas, a massive tsunami sweeps through Phuket, Thailand. Tara's resort holiday suddenly becomes a fight to survive - and to find her mother in the wreckage.

Mohinder's War (Paperback): Bali Rai Mohinder's War (Paperback)
Bali Rai 1
R176 Discovery Miles 1 760 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

A thrilling World War II adventure set in occupied France, featuring an Indian RAF pilot. Great for fans of Michael Morpurgo and John Boyne, and those who want diverse historical fiction. Thirteen-year-old Joelle Breton stumbles across Indian-born RAF pilot Mohinder Singh when his plane crashes in occupied France and it's up to her and her parents to hide him from the Nazis. After all, her parents are brave members of the French Resistance and will do everything they can to help get Mohinder back to Britain. But when they are betrayed and tragedy strikes, Joelle and Mohinder will have to act fast if they are ever to evade the enemy. Flashbacks offer dramatic stories set in key moments of history, perfect for introducing children to historical topics. Book Band: Dark Red Ideal for ages 10+

Mary Prince (reloaded look) (Paperback): E. L. Norry Mary Prince (reloaded look) (Paperback)
E. L. Norry
R159 Discovery Miles 1 590 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

My Story: Mary Prince - the thrilling story of the former slave and abolitionist. Born in enslavement in Bermuda, Mary Prince travelled to England, escaped slavery and became a prominent abolitionist whose life story was the first of a Black woman's to be published in Britain. Explore Mary's incredible life with My Story. Perfect for any child wanting to learn more about history's untold stories Great background reading for Key Stage 2 & 3 My Story: exciting stories with reliable and accurate historical detail Experience history first-hand with My Story.

Annabelle & Aiden - OH MY GODS! A History of Belief (Paperback): J.R. Becker Annabelle & Aiden - OH MY GODS! A History of Belief (Paperback)
J.R. Becker
R316 Discovery Miles 3 160 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
My Own Lightning (Paperback): Lauren Wolk My Own Lightning (Paperback)
Lauren Wolk
R190 R152 Discovery Miles 1 520 Save R38 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

'Harper Lee has a worthy successor. Wolk is a big new talent' The Times 'It is a magical thing to step into a world created by Wolk' Booklist 'Exceptional' Publishers Weekly Several months have passed since devastating events changed the sleepy community of Wolf Hollow forever. Annabelle, still trying to make sense of her own part in them, is caught in a wild and sudden summer storm - and struck by lightning. She wakes with a memory: a fist, pounding on her heart, bringing her back to life. But there is no sign of whoever saved her, and Annabelle cannot understand who would do such a thing and then flee. To her surprise, Annabelle's brush with lightning leaves her with a strange and beautiful gift: an uncanny connection with the animals around her, and an ability to understand their deepest fears and feelings. And when several newcomers arrive in her life - as well as a figure from the past - Annabelle must use her heightened senses to discover the truth about them all. A stunning coming of age novel about forgiveness, friendship and our powerful connection with the natural world, from the award-winning and critically acclaimed author of Wolf Hollow, Beyond the Bright Sea and Echo Mountain.

Taylor and Rose Secret Agents 1: Peril in Paris (Paperback): Katherine Woodfine Taylor and Rose Secret Agents 1: Peril in Paris (Paperback)
Katherine Woodfine; Illustrated by Karl James Mountford 1
R225 R192 Discovery Miles 1 920 Save R33 (15%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

ALL ABOARD THE TRAIN TO PARIS!

It’s 1911, and the young detectives of TAYLOR & ROSE are turning their talents to ESPIONAGE.

On a case for the mysterious SECRET SERVICE BUREAU, the daring MISS SOPHIE TAYLOR and MISS LILIAN ROSE must leave London for the boulevards and grand hotels of Paris.

But DANGER lurks beneath the bright lights of the city - and INTRIGUE and MURDER lie in store. As aeroplanes soar in the skies overhead, our heroines will need to put all their spy skills to the test to face the PERIL that awaits them...

The Warrior in My Wardrobe - More Misadventures with Merdyn the Wild! (Paperback): Simon Farnaby The Warrior in My Wardrobe - More Misadventures with Merdyn the Wild! (Paperback)
Simon Farnaby; Illustrated by Claire Powell
R226 R188 Discovery Miles 1 880 Save R38 (17%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Merdyn is the greatest wizard of the Dark Ages. Obviously. Rose is his 21st-century descendent. Lucky her. And Vanheldon the vandal warrior is FURIOUS! After all, last time they met, Merdyn turned his army to stone. Seeking revenge, Vanheldon comes up with a way to kidnap Rose and transport her back to Dark Ages Transylvania, set on luring Merdyn into a terrible trap. Except - whoops! - his magical minion kidnaps Rose's teenage brother Kris instead. Rose, Merdyn and Bubbles the guinea pig must team up to save the day. But can they rescue Kris without creating historical mayhem? Will Rose's wizard ancestor even remember her? (And want to help them?) And will Bubbles ever stop pooing? From the writer of the Paddington 2 movie and writer and star of Horrible Histories and Ghosts, this hilariously silly, heartfelt comedy of errors with a historical twist is perfect for fans of David Walliams and David Baddiel. The follow-up to The Wizard in My Shed.

The Umbrella Mouse (Paperback): Anna Fargher The Umbrella Mouse (Paperback)
Anna Fargher; Illustrated by Sam Usher 1
R220 R172 Discovery Miles 1 720 Save R48 (22%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

A timeless tale of courage, resistance and friendship, The Umbrella Mouse is a heart-stopping adventure drawing on the true stories of animals caught in the conflict of WWII.

1944, and London is under attack. Young mouse Pip Hanway's safe and quiet world is turned upside down when her home, umbrella shop James Smith & Sons, is destroyed by a bomb. Orphaned and alone, she must begin a perilous quest to find a new home.

But the only way to get there is by joining Noah’s Ark, a secret gang of animals fighting the resistance in France, operating beneath the feet of the human soldiers. Danger is everywhere and as the enemy closes in, Pip must risk everything to save her new friends.

Beautifully illustrated by Sam Usher, Anna Fargher's debut novel takes you on an incredible journey through a war that reaches even the smallest of creatures.

Leo And The Gorgon's Curse (Hardcover): Joe Todd-Stanton Leo And The Gorgon's Curse (Hardcover)
Joe Todd-Stanton
R315 Discovery Miles 3 150 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Buried amongst the treasures in Professor Brownstone's vaults, lie a humble collection of books. Filled with legendary stories from his ancestors, they tell of fearless fighters and unlikely heroes. Venturing into Greek mythology, this is the fourth title in the Brownstone's Mythical Collection. Full of dangerous challenges, cunning monsters and godly heroes, this title is sure to be a hit with fans of the series and anyone interested in the fascinating tales of Greek mythology.

Once (Paperback): Morris Gleitzman Once (Paperback)
Morris Gleitzman 2
R239 R193 Discovery Miles 1 930 Save R46 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

My name is Felix. This is my story. Felix has been living in an orphanage for three years and eight months when the men in armbands arrive to burn the books. Going on the run in search of his parents, Felix soon learns that Poland in 1942 is not a safe place for Jewish boys. But can his gift for storytelling keep him one step ahead of the Nazis and help him find his parents? After all, everybody deserves to have something good in their life at least once. 'Morris Gleitzman has a rare gift for writing very funny stories and an even rarer gift of wrapping very serious stories inside them' - Guardian Once is the first in a series of novels about Felix and his family. The sequels - Then, After, Soon, Maybe and Now - are also available from Puffin.

A Little Princess (Paperback, Reissue): Frances Hodgson Burnett A Little Princess (Paperback, Reissue)
Frances Hodgson Burnett
R225 R180 Discovery Miles 1 800 Save R45 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days
Some Other War (Paperback): Linda Newbery Some Other War (Paperback)
Linda Newbery
R226 R179 Discovery Miles 1 790 Save R47 (21%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Summer of the Tree Army - A Civilian Conservation Corps Story (Hardcover): Gloria Whelan Summer of the Tree Army - A Civilian Conservation Corps Story (Hardcover)
Gloria Whelan; Illustrated by Kirbi Fagan
R505 R428 Discovery Miles 4 280 Save R77 (15%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Asterix And The Griffin (Hardcover): Jean-Yves Ferri Asterix And The Griffin (Hardcover)
Jean-Yves Ferri; Illustrated by Didier Conrad
R330 R264 Discovery Miles 2 640 Save R66 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Follow Asterix and Obelix in the latest instalment of this multi-million bestselling series, where Asterix and Obelix set out on their 39th adventure to a new destination.

At the centre of this new adventure will be a strange and terrifying creature, half eagle, half lion, with horse’s ears and swathed in mystery: the griffin. But how will Asterix, Obelix and Dogmatix, along with the Druid Getafix, get drawn into the epic, perilous quest to find this fantastical animal?

Terror in the Tunnel (Paperback): Marianne Hering Terror in the Tunnel (Paperback)
Marianne Hering
R189 R165 Discovery Miles 1 650 Save R24 (13%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
In the Mouth of the Wolf - A True Story (Hardcover, Gift Edition): Michael Morpurgo In the Mouth of the Wolf - A True Story (Hardcover, Gift Edition)
Michael Morpurgo; Illustrated by Barroux 1
R400 R298 Discovery Miles 2 980 Save R102 (26%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

From master storyteller Michael Morpurgo and award-winning artist Barroux comes a true story of bravery, sadness and hope, set against the backdrop of World War Two.

A true story of two brothers and the war that changed everything.

Michael Morpurgo’s wonderful storytelling and Barroux’s stunning artwork combine to tell the true story of Michael’s uncles during World War Two.

Francis and Pieter are brothers. As shadow of one war lingers, and the rumbles of another approach, the brothers argue. Francis is a fierce pacifist, while Pieter signs up to fight. What happens next will change the course of Francis’s life forever . . . and throw him into the mouth of the wolf.

A great way of introducing young readers to the realities of World War Two. Look out for Morpurgo’s other war fiction including War Horse, Friend or Foe, Waiting for Anya, King of the Cloud Forest and An Eagle in the Snow.

In the Mouth of the Wolf is a heart-felt true story of family and courage by a writer who ‘has the happy knack of speaking to both child and adult readers’ (The Guardian).

Young Samurai 3: The Way of the Dragon (Paperback): Chris Bradford Young Samurai 3: The Way of the Dragon (Paperback)
Chris Bradford 1
R170 R136 Discovery Miles 1 360 Save R34 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

June 1613. Japan is threatened with war and Jack is facing his greatest battle yet.

Samurai are taking sides and, as the blood begins to flow, Jack's warrior training is put to the ultimate test. His survival - and that of his friends - depends upon him mastering the Two Heavens, the secret sword technique of the legendary samurai Masamoto Takeshi. But first Jack must recover his father's prize possession from the deadly ninja Dragon Eye.

Can Jack defeat his ruthless enemy? Or will the ninja complete his mission to kill the young samurai . . .

An American Story (Hardcover): Kwame Alexander An American Story (Hardcover)
Kwame Alexander; Contributions by Dare Coulter
R558 R468 Discovery Miles 4 680 Save R90 (16%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Never Forget You (Paperback): Jamila Gavin Never Forget You (Paperback)
Jamila Gavin
R253 Discovery Miles 2 530 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

A stunning and heartbreaking new novel from Jamila Gavin, the bestselling and award-winning author of Coram Boy and The Wheel of Surya. England, 1937. Gwen, Noor, Dodo and Vera are four very different teenage girls, with something in common. Their parents are all abroad, leaving them in their English boarding school, where they soon form an intense friendship. The four friends think that no matter what, they will always have each other. Then the war comes. The girls find themselves flung to different corners of the war, from the flying planes in the Air Transport Auxiliary to going undercover in the French Resistance. Each journey brings danger and uncertainty as each of them wonders if they can make it through - and what will be left of the world. But at the same time, this is what shows them who they really are - and against this impossible backdrop, they find new connections and the possibility of love. Will the four friends ever see each other again? And when the war is over, who will be left to tell the story? A heartbreaking and gripping story of hope, fear and unbreakable friendship, for readers of Code Name Verity and When the World Was Ours.

The Black Kids (Paperback): Christina Hammonds Reed The Black Kids (Paperback)
Christina Hammonds Reed
R170 Discovery Miles 1 700 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Perfect for fans of The Hate U Give, this unforgettable coming-of-age debut novel is a unflinching exploration of race, class, and violence as well as the importance of being true to yourself. Los Angeles, 1992 Ashley Bennett and her friends are living the charmed life. It's the end of high school and they're spending more time at the beach than in the classroom. They can already feel the sunny days and endless possibilities of summer. But everything changes one afternoon in April, when four police officers are acquitted after beating a black man named Rodney King half to death. Suddenly, Ashley's not just one of the girls. She's one of the black kids. As violent protests engulf LA and the city burns, Ashley tries to continue on as if life were normal. Even as her self-destructive sister gets dangerously involved in the riots. Even as the model black family facade her wealthy and prominent parents have built starts to crumble. Even as her best friends help spread a rumor that could completely derail the future of her classmate and fellow black kid, LaShawn Johnson. With her world splintering around her, Ashley, along with the rest of LA, is left to question who is the us? And who is the them? Praise for The Black Kids: 'Should be required reading in every classroom' - Nic Stone, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin 'A prescient coming-of-age debut' - Elle.com

In the Mouth of the Wolf (Paperback): Michael Morpurgo In the Mouth of the Wolf (Paperback)
Michael Morpurgo; Illustrated by Barroux 1
R246 R165 Discovery Miles 1 650 Save R81 (33%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

A true story of two brothers and the war that changed everything.

Michael Morpurgo’s wonderful storytelling and Barroux’s stunning artwork combine to tell the true story of Michael’s uncles against the epic backdrop of World War Two.

Francis and Pieter are brothers. As the shadow of one war lingers, and the rumbles of another approach, the brothers argue. Francis is a fierce pacifist, while Pieter signs up to fight. What happens next will change the course of Francis’s life forever . . . and throw him into the mouth of the wolf.

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