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The Immortal Games
Name: Clare Wilkins
25 April 2023;Genre: Myths & Legends
The Immortal Games is a riveting tale of rivalry and revenge. The titular games are a form of entertainment for the Gods of Olympus - the teenage participants merely pawns in their epic power struggle. Ara and her childhood friend Theron are determined to be selected as 'token...
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Alex Neptune, Pirate Hunter
Name: Nathan Cox
25 April 2023;Genre: Adventure
After reading the first Alex Neptune book, Dragon Thief, I couldn't wait to read the next in the series from David Owen and I was far from disappointed, definitely worth the wait! Alex Neptune, Pirate Hunter by Davi...
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The Not-So-Uniform Life of Holly-Mei
Name: Wendy Kelly
24 April 2023;Genre: School Stories
The Not-So-Uniform Life of Holly-Mei is the first in a new series. It starts with a girl discovering her family is moving from Toronto to Hong Kong because her mum has got a new job. This brings a new home, in a luxurious apartment building and a new private school, which is b...
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I say Oh, You say No: An interactive, read-aloud story
Name: Nicola Barton
24 April 2023;Genre: Funny Stories
I say Oh, You say No is very funny and engaging for both young children and the adults reading it. The front cover is very appealing to young children with the marvellous colourful illustrations. I love the way it gets you involved by asking you to repeat words in the story....
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The Lonely Book
Name: Sue Wilsher
24 April 2023;Genre: LBGTQ+
Annie lives in a bookshop with her two mums and her sister, Charlotte. The bookshop is a special place where each morning, a pile of books mysteriously appears on the counter and by the end of every day, each book has found its perfect reader. However, one day, there is a book left over - one...
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The Rage of the Sea Witch
Name: Sue Wilsher
24 April 2023;Genre: Historical Fiction
When his thoughtless parents leave him at Charles Darwin's house for the holidays, Billy Shaman is unhappy, but not surprised. Every summer, they set off - separately - to explore the world, leaving their son behind. But this time, things turn out very differently when Billy encounters a 200-y...
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That's My Flower
Name: Ashley Clayton
24 April 2023;Genre: Animals
That's My Flower has been enjoyed in Reception and Year 1 and 2, and it is an especially a lovely story to read at this time of year, linking closely to spring time and what happens then. Lots of learning about changes and seasons has been going on in classes and this book def...
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Montgomery Bonbon - Murder at the Museum
Name: Emma Nelson
23 April 2023;Genre: Mystery & Detective
Bonnie Montgomery lives with her mum and Grampa Banks, however, unbeknownst to everyone except Grampa, Bonnie's alter ego is the marvellous detective - Montgomery Bonbon! Bonbon's character is mysterious, he has an unidentifiable accent and a fake moustache but he is fabulous at solving a myst...
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How to Grow a Dragon
Name: Maria
21 April 2023;Genre: Magical Realism
If you love Llama Drama by Rachel Morrisroe you will definitely love How to Grow a Dragon. The front cover is inviting with a magnificent, orange dragon encouraging the reader to step in and start this story....
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Amazing Animal Tales: Baby Owl
Name: Amanda Shipton
21 April 2023;Genre: Animals
Baby Owl snuggles with his siblings in the safety of the nest. But as he grows, it's time to take care of himself. He must find the courage to spread his wings and fly! This heartwarming story about an owlet finding his independence has big flaps to open and lots of owl facts to discove...
