My Review: The Chestnut Roaster is a uniquely captivating story - atmospheric Parisian history mixed with a healthy dose of fantasy runs through the mysterious catacombs of this engaging city. The villain is truly evil and the children who are determined to stop him are clever, creative and feisty. The adults are unable to help… Continue reading The Chestnut Roaster by Eve McDonnell ~ Blog Tour
Don't expect a cozy, comforting, Christmasy tale when you pick up The Vanishing of Aveline Jones. Yes, there is hot chocolate, snow and promises of festive events but the darkness of the town of Scarbury is too powerful for even the merriest of visitors. It's nearly the shortest day of the year when Aveline, her… Continue reading The Vanishing of Aveline Jones by Phil Hickes & Keith Robinson
The FACTopia books are always a huge hit in our house! Since we read the first one over a year ago, my three children have come back to it again and again, always finding something new to chat about. They love how all the facts are connected – one following on from another. The bite-sized facts… Continue reading Gross FACTopia by Paige Towler & Andy Smith ~ Blog Tour
Always Clementine is charming, heart-felt and hard-hitting. Told from the unique perspective of a mouse who has escaped from an animal testing laboratory, this story deals with harsh truths about the darker side of science. Clementine isn't just any ordinary mouse - she is a genius. Her ability to understand the world around her with… Continue reading Always Clementine by Carlie Sorosiak
Little Gems books from Barrington Stoke are perfect for children in Reception and Key Stage One who are ready to add some variety to their reading diet. Pitched between picture books and chapter books, these early readers give children the feeling of an older book with accessible vocabulary and spacing to help them on their… Continue reading Barrington Stoke ~ Little Gems
It is wonderful to be back with Libby in one of my favourite places in the world - Scotland! It's Christmas and Libby is visiting her best friend, Connie, in her family's large estate in the Scottish countryside. Sadly, the family has fallen on hard times and must make some tough financial decisions. Connie's mum… Continue reading Libby and the Highland Heist by Jo Clarke
Children in Key Stage Two are always asking for more scary books. With Hallowe'en just around the corner, The Corny Scaredy-Cat Paranormal Investigation Squad is the perfect mix of creepy and funny to keep readers turning pages long into the night. When a new girl joins Alistair's Year 6 class, he makes a friend who's… Continue reading The Corny Scaredy-Cat Paranormal Investigation Squad by David Wandsworth ~ Guest Post & Blog Tour
The nights are drawing in and Hallowe'en is just around the corner. It's the perfect time of year for some spooky stories. Here's a collection of picture books, chapter books and middle grade stories sure to give you chills. The Pumpkin who was Afraid of the Dark by Michelle Robinson & Mike Byrne (Scholastic) All… Continue reading Spooky Season 2022
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