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The Soul Prophecy
Name: Bethany Age 13
04 October 2023;Genre: Suspense & Thrillers
The Soul Prophecy is the second book of a trilogy following the protagonist Genna, who is a First Ascendant. Genna returns home and has therapy. The therapist convinces Genna that she just made everything up as coping mechanism after she was traumatised by Tanas. That is, unti...
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The Taming of the Cat
Name: Sue Wilsher
03 October 2023;Genre: Adventure
Brie is an unusual mouse. Unlike the other mice in the cheese shop colony, he prefers breadcrumbs and grain to cheese and has a head full of stories. These things do not endear him to the other mice and he finds himself lonely - and cold. Seeking warmth, Brie finds himself caught in the paws o...
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Marv and the Killer Plants
Name: Amanda Shipton
03 October 2023;Genre: Adventure
Marv is an ordinary boy who loves spending time with Grandpa and reading comics with his best friend Joe. But everything changes when he discovers a mysterious superhero suit hidden in the attic. He becomes MARV, a superhero with infinite powers. In Marv and the Killer Plants</s...
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Foxlight
Name: Clair Bossons
02 October 2023;Genre: Family & Home
Foxlight tells the story of 11-year-old twin girls who were found as babies at the edge of the wilderness. They are taken in and cared for by Lissa and they live at the Light House with other looked-after children. Each Sunday, the children are encouraged to write letters to t...
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Calling the Whales
Name: Sam
02 October 2023;Genre: Environment & Nature
Calling the Whales by Jasbinder Bilan is written specifically for readers aged 8+ who struggle with longer texts or unfamiliar words. Part of Barrington Stoke's HiLo reader, dyslexia friendly series, this book is a simple yet touching tale of two young children who try to save...
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Boy Underwater
Name: Aaron Age 9
02 October 2023;Genre: Friends and family
This book made me feel happy because it was full of wonder.
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Woodland Magic 4: Operation Owl
Name: Jen Bevan
01 October 2023;Genre: Environment & Nature
Children aged five plus will enjoy listening to the book, and it is perfect for those aged seven plus to read independently. I love the new Woodland Magic book series and I was keen to find out what adventures Cora, Jax and their friends would have. I like the idea that in the middle of a wood...
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A Whole World of Art: A time-travelling trip through a whole world of art
Name: Julie Broadbent
01 October 2023;Genre: Non Fiction
A Whole World of Art is a time-travelling trip through the world of art, taking in 27 scenes from art history and going right around the world. This book is a fascinating and a very different take on introducing children to the world of art. As we follow our two guides, Alzena...
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Man-Man and the Tree of Memories
Name: Julie Broadbent
01 October 2023;Genre: Representation & Inclusion
Man-Man and the Tree of Memories is a story of dance, magic and liberty. Man-Man and his family are getting ready for the Notting Hill Carnival; a time for the whole family to celebrate and enjoy the wonderful experience of dance and music during the carnival. Everyone is exci...
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Soul Hunters
Name: Bethany Age 13
01 October 2023;Genre: Suspense & Thrillers
Soul Hunters is the first book of a trilogy following the protagonist Genna, who is a First Ascendant. First Ascendants were chosen to carry the 'Light' and keep it safe. The antagonist is an Incarnate called Tanas who tries to sacrifice Genna's soul in order to extinguish the...
