Conkers – Over the Line
Title | Conkers – Over the Line PDF eBook |
Author | Tom Palmer |
Publisher | HarperCollins UK |
Pages | 110 |
Release | 2020-08-06 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 1781129738 |
Can Jack and his teammates survive the horrors of war to get the chance to play football again? A stunning new edition of Tom Palmer's bestselling novel based on the true story of WWI war hero and footballing legend Jack Cock..
Great Gathering Conkers And The Blossom Top Gang
Title | Great Gathering Conkers And The Blossom Top Gang PDF eBook |
Author | Lulu Bee |
Publisher | Austin Macauley Publishers |
Pages | 63 |
Release | 2022-10-31 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 1528997840 |
Who is watching as the Blossom Top Gang celebrate their victory over the Freezlings? They begin their long journey home unaware of their watcher and what’s to come. Their return is eagerly awaited for by the mischievous Mr Jar and the others. The journey back will be just as hazardous as it was coming, the gang were met with many strange things; luckily though, each member has a trick up their sleeve and a worthy weapon to go with it and many a baddy has been taken by surprise. Mr Blow Pants couldn’t believe his eyes and Skipperty Spikes lost his eyebrows when they met the incredibly spiteful and dangerous ‘Fat Babies’, they are truly to be avoided at all costs. There is always an adventure to be had and a mystery to be solved which for over a hundred years Grandma Beany and Mr Applefield have been all too ready and willing to do, but now Jack and Callie have come of age and their powers have been granted to them, and what powers they are! Blossom Top must be kept safe at all costs, it is the gateway to everywhere and the Blossom Top Gang are the gatekeepers making sure no criminals get through.
War Games in an Urban Village
Title | War Games in an Urban Village PDF eBook |
Author | Chris Sharp |
Publisher | Booktango |
Pages | 141 |
Release | 2013-09-30 |
Genre | Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | 1468903551 |
War Games in an Urban Village follows the adventures of a Ten-year-old Boy and his peers during the last year of WW11. Under the British austerity of 'Blood, Sweat and Tears', his simple, regulated Welsh lifestyle is quickly overturned by the appearance of Victoria Courtney, an orphan evacuated from the bombed out slums of Stepney, London. Streetwise and cunning, Vicky soon establishes herself into his unsophisticated young life, neigbourhood and School. Set against the unfolding background of War in Europe, the stories of his escapades with Vicky contain all the ingredients of childhood at that time; fun and humour, sorrow and poignancy, hope and despair. It also includes love and hate...
Healthy, Active and Outside!
Title | Healthy, Active and Outside! PDF eBook |
Author | Janice Filer |
Publisher | Routledge |
Pages | 192 |
Release | 2008-01-17 |
Genre | Education |
ISBN | 1134076061 |
It is widely acknowledged that kids today do not get outdoors often enough and there are serious concerns about children's activity levels and rising associated behavioural, mental and health problems. This book supports outdoors play as an important part of children’s natural growth and development, and provides early years workers with a full programme of outdoor physical activities to promote physical, social and behavioural skills.
Season of Secrets
Title | Season of Secrets PDF eBook |
Author | Sally Nicholls |
Publisher | Andersen Press Limited |
Pages | 195 |
Release | 2022-01-06 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 1787612244 |
On a wild and stormy night Molly runs away from her grandparents' house. Her dad has sent her to live there until he Sorts Things Out at home now her mother has passed away. In the howling darkness, Molly sees a desperate figure running for his life from a terrifying midnight hunt. But who is he? Why has he come? And can he heal her heartbreak? A haunting tale of myth, magic and healing after grief.
The Borribles: Across the Dark Metropolis
Title | The Borribles: Across the Dark Metropolis PDF eBook |
Author | Michael de Larrabeiti |
Publisher | Tor Teen |
Pages | 308 |
Release | 2005-12-27 |
Genre | Young Adult Fiction |
ISBN | 1466821027 |
What is a Borrible? Borribles are runaways who dwell in the shadows of London. Apart from their pointed ears, they look just like ordinary children. They live by their wits and a few Borrible laws—the chief one being, Don't Get Caught! The Borribles are outcasts—but they wouldn't have it any other way.... The Borribles: Across the Dark Metropolis Battersea was no longer safe for a Borrible. The Special Borrible Group—a secret section of the London police dedicated to finding Borribles and clipping their ears—was closing in. Driven on by the fanatical Inspector Sussworth, the SBG was determined to wipe them out once and for all. It was time to break out, escort Sam the horse to safety in Neasden, then return to the old Borrible life of independence and freedom. So began a perilous trek across the dark metropolis—a journey that would test the courage and cunning of the Adventurers to the limits. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
The Secrets Between Us
Title | The Secrets Between Us PDF eBook |
Author | Louise Douglas |
Publisher | Boldwood Books Ltd |
Pages | 487 |
Release | 2021-02-06 |
Genre | Fiction |
ISBN | 1800486286 |
Having escaped to the south coast of Sicily to recover from a broken heart, Sarah is immediately drawn to charming and mysterious Alex. He too is looking for a fresh start after the end of his marriage, and Sarah can’t resist Alex’s offer of a new life together. But when Sarah joins Alex in a tiny Somerset village, something doesn't add up. Alex's beautiful wife Genevieve was adored by all who knew her. And by all accounts, she and Alex had a successful marriage complete with a gorgeous son, Jamie. Why would Genevieve walk out on her perfect life? And why has no one heard from her since she did so? Genevieve's family and friends think that Alex knows more about her disappearance than he's letting on. But Sarah's fallen in love and just knows Alex couldn't have anything to hide. Or could he? The unmissable Richard & Judy pick from the bestselling author ofThe House by the Sea. Perfect for fans of Barbara O’Neal, Lucinda Riley and Rachel Hore. Praise for Louise Douglas 'Louise Douglas achieves the impossible and gets better with every book.' Milly Johnson 'A brilliantly written, gripping, clever, compelling story, that I struggled to put down. The vivid descriptions, the evocative plot and the intrigue that Louise created, which had me constantly asking questions, made it a highly enjoyable, absolute treasure of a read.' Kim Nash on The Scarlet Dress 'Another stunning read from the exceptionally talented Louise Douglas! I love the way in which Louise creates such an atmospheric mystery, building the intrigue and suspense brick by brick. Her writing is always beautiful and multi-layered, her characters warm and relatable and the intriguing nature of the mystery makes this unputdownable.’ Nicola Cornick on The Scarlet Dress 'A tender, heart-breaking, page-turning read'Rachel Hore on The House by the Sea 'The perfect combination of page-turning thriller and deeply emotional family story. Superb’ Nicola Cornick on The House by the Sea ‘Kept me guessing until the last few pages and the explosive ending took my breath away.' C.L. Taylor, author of The Accident on Your Beautiful Lies ‘Beautifully written, chillingly atmospheric and utterly compelling, The Secret by the Lake is Louise Douglas at her brilliant best’ Tammy Cohen, author of The Broken ‘A master of her craft, Louise Douglas ratchets up the tension in this haunting and exquisitely written tale of buried secrets and past tragedy.’ Amanda Jennings, author of Sworn Secret ‘A clammy, atmospheric and suspenseful novel, it builds in tension all the way through to the startling final pages.’ Sunday Express, S Magazine 'A chilling, unputdownable new novel from the bestselling author of The House By The Sea. 'A brilliantly written, gripping, clever, compelling story, that I struggled to put down.'