The Legend of the Wild West Twins

By Author / Illustrator

Jodie Lancet-Grant, Katie Cottle

Genre

Adventure

Age range(s)

Publisher

OUP Children's Books

ISBN

9780192786913

Format

Paperback / softback

Published

02-05-2024

Synopsis

Buffalo Lil and Buffalo Jill look just the same, but they're as different as an apple pie and a desert cactus. The folks of Lone Ridge love sweet, smilin' Jill, but think Lil's too big for her boots - especially when she enters the RIP ROARIN' RUMBLE, a fearsome Wild West contest, against the town hero Yee-Haw Jack.

But when a huge HOO-HA rocks the Rumble, Lone Ridge might just need both twins to set it straight. After all, heroes aren't always who you think they are.

Reviews

"Heroes come in all shapes 'n' sizes." . . . "And they don’t have to smile all the time either." These are two of my favourite quotes from this amazing story which is absolutely captivating from beginning to end. The message that you can be anything that you want to be, dress how you are comfortable and that no matter what, truth and honesty matter more than anything else, are themes that will never grow old.

This cleverly written story could be used in so many different ways. Firstly it has wonderful texts and illustrations to inspire reading for pleasure and a love of books. Beyond this you could use this book as part of a study group looking at underdogs / good v 'bad' characters, stereotypes, different strengths / team work, and finally the desire to win.

The Legend of the Wild West Twins will quickly become a firm favourite in any home, classroom or library as it is just a joy, from cover to cover. I look forward to reading more of Jodie's books.