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'There is much to admire in this intriguing, ambitious, immersive
book' Literary Review The gods are abandoning the earth, tempted by
other worlds where they can live in peace. Only a few keep an
interest in mortals. In their place, darker, more ancient forces
are wakening... Silvius is given a task by a dying centaur. The
dark god Python is rising and massing an army of immense power. The
only thing that can save the world is the Arrow of Apollo - but it
has been split into two. Silvius and his friend Elissa must travel
to the land of their sworn enemies, the Achaeans. Meanwhile,
Tisamenos is facing his own dangers in Achaea. A plot is afoot
against him and his father, and it falls to him to stop it. When
Silvius, Elissa and Tisamenos meet, they enter a final, terrifying
race to bring together the pieces of the Arrow and use it to lay
Python low once more.
Four young Black sisters come of age during the American Civil War
in So Many Beginnings, a warm and powerful YA remix of the classic
novel Little Women, by national bestselling author Bethany C.
Morrow. North Carolina, 1863. As the American Civil War rages on,
the Freedpeople's Colony of Roanoke Island is blossoming, a haven
for the recently emancipated. Black people have begun building a
community of their own, a refuge from the shadow of the old life.
It is where the March family has finally been able to safely put
down roots with four young daughters: Meg, a teacher who longs to
find love and start a family of her own. Jo, a writer whose words
are too powerful to be contained. Beth, a talented seamstress
searching for a higher purpose. Amy, a dancer eager to explore life
outside her family's home. As the four March sisters come into
their own as independent young women, they will face first love,
health struggles, heartbreak, and new horizons. But they will face
it all together. Praise for So Many Beginnings: A Little Women
Remix Morrow's ability to take the lingering stain of slavery on
American history and use it as a catalyst for unbreakable love and
resilience is flawless. That she has remixed a canonical text to do
so only further illuminates the need to critically question who
holds the pen in telling our nation's story. --Booklist, starred
review Bethany C. Morrow's prose is a sharpened blade in a
practiced hand, cutting to the core of our nation's history. ... A
devastatingly precise reimagining and a joyful celebration of
sisterhood. A narrative about four young women who unreservedly
deserve the world, and a balm for wounds to Black lives and
liberty. --Tracy Deonn, New York Times-bestselling author of
Legendborn A tender and beautiful retelling that will make you fall
in love with the foursome all over again. --Tiffany D. Jackson, New
York Times-bestselling author of White Smoke and Grown
Adventure, history, and the drama of family life intertwine in this
engrossing tale of a fifth-grade girl struggling to find her place
after her mom remarries and she finds herself stuck with a younger
stepbrother. Find out what happens when Ava and her newly blended
family take a trip to Boston, where she buys a magic bobblehead and
is unexpectedly transported to the eighteenth and nineteenth
centuries. As Ava and her stepbrother, J. P., travel back and forth
with John and Abigail Adams and their children, from Massachusetts,
to Philadelphia, to the White House, to France, she learns about
history, friendship, and how to deal with new situations, including
her recently blended family. This sequel to The President and Me:
George Washington and the Magic Hat features some of the same
characters.
The legend of Mulan and her bravery is captured in this beautifully
illustrated Chinese children's book. Mulan is a folk story from
China's Northern Dynasty (439-589) about the unusual tale of an
ordinary girl named Fa Mulan. This book is illustrated based on the
original ballad, which depicts her bravery through Chinese ink
paintings. A long time ago in China, there lived a young girl named
Mulan. Her father was a retired general who taught her many skills
girls weren't normally allowed to learn, like martial arts,
archery, sword play and how to ride a horse. One day, soldiers came
to Mulan's village. They told everyone China was in danger, and
that a man from each family must join the army and fight. Mulan was
terribly upset. Her father was too old, but was honor-bound to
fight. If only she had been born a boy! That night, Mulan came up
with a plan to save the honor of her family and her father's life.
Early the next morning, disguised as a boy, Mulan took a horse and
her father's armor before leaving to join the army. No one
recognized her, and Mulan was very careful to never let anyone know
she was really a girl. Mulan's bravery, courage and the skills she
learned from her father helped her to succeed. Over twelve years,
Mulan fought against the threat to China before finally helping to
win the war. When she was offered a reward from the emperor for her
incredible courage, Mulan instead asked for a horse so she could
return home to her family. Mulan's family was so happy to see her!
And there, for the first time in twelve years, Mulan exchanged her
armor for a dress, fixed her hair into an elegant girl's hairstyle
and joined her family, a beautiful young woman once again.
The Chalet School girls are exploring the Welsh island of St Briavel. They are presented with five boats, but Annis Lovell is unable to share the excitement.
Feeling unwanted, she sets off alone on an adventure that nearly ends in disaster.
From the ashes of a dynasty that succumbed to internal strife and a
nation that has endured countless years of war, three men emerge
who will determine the course of China's future. While Cao Cao
tightens his grip on the lands of his enemies, Quan Sun is coming
into his own as a leader of both soldiers and citizens. Meanwhile,
Bei Liu has been frustrated in quest to bring peace to his country
and remains a man without a land. But fortune favors the patient,
and soon Bei Liu is presented with the luck he needs.
From #1 New York Times bestselling author Alan Gratz ( Refugee,
Ground Zero) comes an all-new, original Captain America graphic
novel! In this thrilling historical adventure set during World War
II, Steve Rogers (AKA Captain America) and his young sidekick,
Bucky Barnes, encounter threat like none they've ever seen -- a
Ghost Army. The dead of this war and wars past are coming back to
life, impervious to bullets, flames, or anything else the Allies
can throw at them. The armies rise from the ground in the night and
seem to disappear without a trace. How can Cap and Buck fight
something that's already dead? And just what does the mysterious
Baron Mordo--sitting in his castle atop nearby Wundagore
Mountain--have to do with this? Award-winning, #1 New York Times
bestselling author Alan Gratz merges the worlds of historical
fiction and super hero comics in this one-of-a-kind graphic novel
that is sure to be met with major enthusiasm from fans of all ages.
Already raced through Bridgerton and need something... exquisite to
get your scandalous fix? Well then... you are cordially invited to
the wedding of The Earl of Denholm and Miss Essie Craven.
(Although, if Essie has her way, there will be no wedding...)
Welcome to the hottest Season that Regency London has ever seen. An
enemies-to-lovers regency romance that's like watching an episode
of Bridgerton. Perfect for fans of Georgette Heyer, Outlander and
Romancing the Duke. Miss Essie Craven has been engaged since birth
to a man she has only met once. The haughty, black-haired man with
the intense blue eyes: Aidan Ravell, Earl of Denholm. The most
coveted man in all of the Ton. The day of their marriage is set.
The only problem is, spirited Essie dreams of more than being a
Countess. She soon finds out that Aidan has his own reasons for not
wishing to marry, but is compelled to proceed due to his sense of
honour and the financial baggage his father has left him. So, Aidan
and Essie strike up a deal. Essie will find him a more suitable
match, and in the meantime they will keep up appearances. But soon
what is real and what is fake begins to converge. Suddenly, what
seemed to be a simple agreement is no longer quite that
straightforward . . . --- 'Be prepared to be enchanted and waltz
the night away with this beautiful romance. Make this "Plan A" for
"At the top of your TBR pile!"' BETH REEKLES, author of The Kissing
Booth 'Fun, pacy, flirty and witty [. . .] I romped through this
book, smiling and loving every minute of it' MARGUERITE KAYE,
co-author of Her Heart for a Compass 'I adored this book - it's
fresh and funny and definitely feminist as well as being thoroughly
charming! Jenni has a real talent for writing hugely appealing
characters, crisp, witty dialogue and page-turning romance. It's a
perfect uplifting read!' - NICOLA CORNICK 'How to Lose an Earl in
10 Weeks is an absolute page-turner. Jenni Fletcher's talent knows
no bounds' THERESE BEHARRIE, author of And They Lived Happily Ever
After 'A sparkling, witty slice of deliciousness from start to
finish and one I struggled to put down' VIRGINIA HEATH, author of
Never Fall for Your Fiance
Based on true events It's the summer of 1916 and the Jersey shore
is being terrorized by a Great White shark. Can 10-year-old Chet
and his friends survive a swim in the local creek?
In the summer of 1916, ten year-old Chet Roscow is captivated by
the local news: a Great White shark has been attacking and killing
people up and down the Atlantic Coast, not far from Chet's hometown
of Springfield, New Jersey.
Then one day, swimming with his friends, Chet sees something in the
water. . .
Perfect for fans of Alan Gratz and Jennifer A. Nielsen, a gripping
and accessible story of a young girl from Cold War East Berlin who
is forced to spy for the secret police... but is determined to
escape to freedom. Sophie has spent her entire life behind the
Berlin Wall, guarded by land mines, towers, and attack dogs. A
science lover, Sophie dreams of becoming an inventor... but that's
unlikely in East Berlin, where the Stasi, the secret police, are
always watching. Though she tries to avoid their notice, when her
beloved neighbor is arrested, Sophie is called to her principal's
office. There, a young Stasi officer asks Sophie if she'll spy on
her neighbor after she is released. Sophie doesn't want to agree,
but in reality has no choice: The Stasi threaten to bring her
mother, who has a disability from post-polio syndrome, to an
institution if Sophie does not comply. Sophie is backed into a
corner, until she finds out, for the first time, that she has
family on the other side of the Wall, in the West. This could be
what she needs to attempt an escape with her mother to freedom --
if she can invent her way out. Jenni L. Walsh, author of I Am
Defiance, tells a page-turning story of a young girl taking charge
of her own destiny, and helping others do the same, in the face of
oppression. Filled with adrenaline-inducing action and inspired by
true stories, this novel evokes the perils of life in East Berlin
and the risks some took in search of something better. The
ingenuity Sophie and Katarina display in overcoming obstacles is
compelling, and the no-win situation Sophie finds herself in rings
painfully true. Page-turning action and dangerous intrigue fuel
this Cold War-era novel. -- Kirkus Reviews
Edward IV has died, leaving his 12-year-old son as king. But
England has been torn apart by the Wars of the Roses. Nobody wants
a boy-king. Soon the boy's uncle Richard III is on the throne - but
Henry Tudor is challenging him for the crown. Henry and Richard
have one thing in common: they need the young Edward V and his
little brother out of the way. The two boys are sent to the Tower
of London for safety. They are never seen again... A fascinating
look at the brief reign of Richard III, told through the eyes of
the princes' nursemaid. What really happened to the princes in the
Tower? Was Richard responsible - or has he been wrongly accused for
centuries?
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Jack can't wait for the school trip to the D-Day landing beaches.
It's his chance to learn more about the war heroes he has always
admired - brave men like his dad, who is a reserve soldier. But
when his dad is called up to action and things at home spiral out
of control, everything Jack believes about war is thrown into
question. Finding comfort only in the presence of his loyal dog,
Finn, Jack is drawn to the heart-wrenching true story of one
particular D-Day paratrooper. On 6 June 1944, Emile Corteil
parachuted into France with his dog, Glen - and Jack is determined
to discover their fate ...
This is a classic wartime tale of a (real!) cat who made his home
at the Faber offices and decided he'd never leave. 'This time we
need to get you - get all of the kittens, safe out of London,' said
Morgan decisively . . . 'To have a chance for a better life, well,
let's just say, I've got an idea.' Morgan is a young orphan who
lives off scavenging - until he finds a cosy home at a famous
London publishing house. Over time he learns a trade - and soon
becomes the very best book cat in the business. And then the Blitz
begins. Morgan finds himself training up twenty odd kittens to be
book cats, and then there is the small matter of secretly
evacuating them out of London. Happily, Morgan has a plan. Set in
war-torn London, charmingly illustrated, and full of heart and
verve. 'Charming.' Sunday Times 'A sweet feline twist on the
classic evacuee story.' The Guardian 'A delightful book.' Books for
Keeps
Thrilling historical adventure from Terry Deary, the 'outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th century' (Books For Keeps)
This brand new, exciting adventure from bestselling Horrible Histories author Terry Deary brings the Second World War to life. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo and John Boyne.
World War II has begun. Brigit has been evacuated to Wales from her home near the aeroplane factories of Coventry. But when it's revealed that her father is German, Brigit runs away to join her mother in a very special training camp, where Churchill is building a secret army of spies and saboteurs known as the Special Operations Executive.
Brigit and her mother soon find themselves on the front line in Nazi-occupied France, where they search for double agents and meet with danger at every turn in their efforts to support the French resistance. But no-one will suspect Brigit is a spy, will they? After all, who would suspect a child?
Featuring characters from The Silver Hand, this page-turning adventure sheds new light on the Second World War and will have readers gripped from start to finish.
Seventeen-year-old Aderyn ("Ryn") only cares about two things: her
family, and her family's graveyard. And right now, both are in dire
straits. Since the death of their parents, Ryn and her siblings
have been scraping together a meager existence as gravediggers in
the remote Welsh village of Colbren, which sits at the foot of a
harsh and deadly mountain range that was once home to fae creatures
known as the Otherfolk. The problem with being a gravedigger in
Colbren, though, is that the dead don't always stay dead. The risen
corpses are known as "bone houses," and legend says that they're
the result of a decades-old curse. Ryn has always been quick to
deal with this inconvenience whenever they wander too close to her
graveyard, but when Ellis, an apprentice mapmaker, arrives in town,
the bone houses attack with renewed purpose. What is it about Ellis
that draws them near? And more importantly, how can they stop them
for good? Together, Ellis and Ryn embark on a quest that will bring
them deep into the heart of the mountains, where they will have to
face both the curse and long-hidden truths about themselves. Equal
parts classic horror novel and original fairy-tale, The Bone Houses
will have you spellbound from the very first page.
A moving tribute to the little-known history behind the first
Memorial Day, illustrated by Coretta Scott King Award winner Floyd
Cooper Today is a special day. Eli knows it's important if he's
allowed to miss one second of school, his "hard-earned right."
Inspired by true events and told through the eyes of a young boy,
this is the deeply moving story about what is regarded as the first
Memorial Day on May 1, 1865. Eli dresses up in his best clothes,
Mama gathers the mayflowers, Papa straightens his hat, and together
they join the crowds filling the streets of Charleston, South
Carolina, with bouquets, crosses, and wreaths. Abolitionists,
missionaries, teachers, military officers, and a sea of faces
Black, Brown, and White, they march as one and sing for all those
who gave their lives fighting for freedom during the Civil War.
With poignant prose and celebratory, powerful illustrations, A Day
for Rememberin' shines light on the little-known history of this
important holiday and reminds us never to forget the people who put
their lives on the line for their country. The book is illustrated
by award-winning illustrator Floyd Cooper and includes archival
photos in the back matter, as well as an author's note,
bibliography, timeline, and index.
The Kane Chronicles: The Serpent's Shadow is the final thrilling
instalment in award-winning author and Percy Jackson creator Rick
Riordan's Kane Chronicles trilogy. Is their inherited magic enough
to battle against the most powerful mythical forces that Egypt's
gods have to throw at them? CARTER AND SADIE KANE, descendants of
the magical House of Life, are in pretty big trouble. Despite their
bravest efforts, Apophis, the giant snake of Chaos, is still
threatening to plunge the world into eternal darkness. Now the
Kanes must do something no magician has ever managed - defeat
Apophis himself. No pressure there then. Battling against the
forces of Chaos, their only hope is an ancient spell - but the
magic has been lost for a millennia. Will they find the serpent's
shadow, or will they be led to their deaths in the depths of the
Underworld? Rick Riordan has now sold an incredible 55 million
copies of his books worldwide Praise for The Kane Chronicles: The
Serpent's Shadow: 'Storytelling that will get readers hooked' -
Philip Ardagh, The Guardian 'Witty and inspired. Gripping, touching
and deliciously satirical.' - Times Rick Riordan is the
award-winning writer of the Percy Jackson series, The Kane
Chronicles and the Heroes of Olympus series. He lives in San
Antonio, Texas, with his wife and two sons. Percy Jackson and the
Lightning Thief was the overall winner of the Red House Children's
Book Award in 2006, and made into a blockbuster film starring Sean
Bean, Pierce Brosnan and Uma Thurman in 2010. The series has gone
on to become a chart-topping success. ***Check out The Kane
Chronicles website at www.kanechronicles.co.uk for games, puzzles,
author interviews and much more.***
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