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A story from Sweden. Celeste, Ryan, Gabriel and Svea go in class 4B. Together with their classmates, they end up on an adventure during the month of December when the class together decides to try to find Aunt Greta's grandmother's old cookbook. Will it be found before Christmas Eve?
Super funny, super spooky MG for budding horror fans about a talkative skull and a necromancer-in-training - perfect for Lemony Snicket readers! Mallory Vayle would list her interests as being normal, books about ponies and very definitely NOT talking to dead people. But when her parents' carriage takes a leap off Gibbett Bridge - an accident for which there appears to be no explanation - she is taken in by a strange aunt the family disowned years ago and brought to her new, and very spooky, home. Aunt Lilith, a charlatan psychic, is quick to monetise Mallory's prodigious skills in talking to dead people and starts to advertise grand seances (ticketed obvs) in her spiritual news sheet. The ghosts of her parents also take up residence in the house but are cruelly snatched away by the shadow of Hellysh Spatzl, the grimmest, wickedest necromancer in all of history. To get them back, Mallory will have to learn how to use the talents she hates and raise the old hag from the dead. Her teacher? A talking skull called Maggoty, who wants some favours in return for his help - not just a gorgeous blond wig and some sparkly earrings, but for Mallory to break the curse that has left his spirit locked inside his own skull for 500 years. Mallory will have to lean into who she is and what she can do and make a pact with the evil Hellysh Spatzl to get her parents back while at the same time putting on a sensational Halloween spectacular at only five shillings a head for an amazed audience at Nightmare Castle. And learn to love her chatty sidekick and his glorious wig... As darkly hilarious as The Addams Family, this is really good fun. An alternative spooky Victoriana packed with laughs and outrageous characters, at its heart, it's a story of a young girl coming to terms with her own gifts and accepting that nobody is 'normal'.Ver libro
Angus, Duncan's younger brother, comes of age physically and spiritually as Scottish Covenanters face Highlanders at Drumclog. Amidst the conflict, Angus wrestles with Christ's command to love their enemies.Ver libro
In the second part of "The Sullivan Detective Agency" series, the Sullivan twins, Carter and Cooper, travel to Ireland with their retired detective neighbor, Mr. Amos Murphy, to investigate the secrets of the legendary Murphy family castle. Along the way, they encounter a mysterious creature, a hidden servants' quarters, and a series of strange occurrences that lead them on a thrilling adventure. Each twist and turn reveals deeper layers of the castle's history, entwining forgotten family legacies with perilous secrets. With danger at every step, the detectives must use their wit and bravery to navigate the castle's traps and unlock its mysteries. Will they succeed in their quest or become ensnared in the castle's dark past? Packed with suspense, intrigue, and heart-pounding action, The Sullivan Detective Agency Double Trouble:The Castle Quest is a spellbinding adventure that will captivate readers from the first page to the last. Join the Sullivan Detective Agency as they face their most challenging case yet and prepare for a quest filled with surprises and unforgettable moments!Ver libro
A thrilling new arc in Erin Hunter’s bestselling Bravelands series! Set in the African highlands and told from three different animals’ points of view, this is a perfect adventure for dedicated fans and readers new to the Bravelands world. Echo, a water buffalo, is chosen by the Great Spirit to lead after a horrific accident—but can’t command the respect of any of his herd. Stride the cheetah is keeping secrets from his coalition that could get him killed for disloyalty. And Tailgrabber, a young hyena, is desperate to find peace between her clan and the lions of Noblepride—even though it marks a betrayal of the hyenas’ longstanding allegiance to the Great Devourer. As the structures that once guided their lives begin to crumble, can each of these three unlikely allies hold their own against the coming storm? Full of epic adventure and thrilling intrigue, this adventure will thrill readers who love the Spirit Animals and Wings of Fire series, as well as the legion of dedicated fans who’ve made Erin Hunter a bestselling phenomenon.Ver libro
Do you want to find out the real and fascinating history of the Vikings? Step into the fantastical realm of Norse Gods, Heroes, Giants and Magical Creatures! Uncover the ancient tale of the fortification of Asgard, the Great Kingdom of the Nordic Gods, and the chilling story behind the binding of Fenrir. The incredible story of Loki, Frigga, the mighty Thor and the all-powerful Odin Find your own wealth of inspiration among the tales of the great gods and goddesses once worshipped by the Vikings. You’ll learn their concept of fate, their views on the afterlife, their moral code, how they thought the universe was structured, how they practiced their religion, the role that magic played in their lives, and much more. A must-read for the lovers of ancient mythology I invite you to let go of your reality and jump into the mysterious world of Norse Mythology. Open the door to another world, a world of adventure, heroism, romance, and mystery.Ver libro
Australian tennis superstar Ash Barty teams up with Jasmin McGaughey and Jade Goodwin to bring young readers this fun and exciting new illustrated series about school, sport, friendship and family. Ash loves to play sport. She's tried karate, softball, netball and gymnastics. But none of those sports give her that tingly feeling, the one where you know it's something you'll absolutely love to do. How will Ash ever choose? HarperCollins Australia Children’s 2024Ver libro
