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Name: Alison Kelly
26 February 2017;

Genre: Adventure

This energetic collection of space poems has been compiled by experienced poetry anthologist John Foster who has teamed up with the talented illustrator Korky Paul (probably best known for his distinctive Winnie and Wilbur illustrations). Their choice of children's art work for the end pages is...

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Name: Alison Urquhart
25 February 2017;

Genre: Adventure

I have to confess that, despite loving some of Gareth P. Jones's books (the Steam Punk Pirates for younger readers and Constable and Toop for older readers), I was somewhat put off by the cover of this book although I can see it appealing to boys of a certain age! The book introduces the key cha...

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Name: Sue Wilsher
25 February 2017;

Samuel Bolt has spent his whole life surrounded by bones. His father is a paleontologist, but lacks the respect of those backed by the establishment - like Professor Cartland. Cartland's daughter, Rachel, is also part of this world, yet society frowns on her inclusion and ambitions to go to unive...

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Name: Kyle Matravers
22 February 2017;

As a huge penguin fan, this book lured me in straight away. This story revolves around Pip-Pip the Little Penguin who is different from all of his penguin friends. Not by appearance, but by the fact that he is afraid of water. During the story, Pip Pip is brought to the point where he needs to...

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Name: Kyle Matravers
22 February 2017;

Genre: Adventure

Perfectly described as 'a joyous, call it from the treetops celebration of love, perfect for sharing again and again', Love You Hoo will be a favourite for both those reading the book and those listening to the story. The book is centered around an owl and her baby during their bedtime routine....

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Name: Kyle Matravers
22 February 2017;

Genre: Adventure

The Koala who Could is a beautifully written book which children will enjoy for many reasons. As with many successful children's picture books, the author has ensured that the story rhymes so to make the book engaging and memorable. Set in Australia, this book allows children to become accustom...

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Name: Linda brown
01 February 2017;

This is the first time I have read one of Kincaid's books. I'm pleased to say it will not be the last. In a universe where science, maths and learning are actively banned by the establishment, Diabolics are created, human-like warriors, to protect the rich. They bond on one person and love them...

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Name: Alison Tarrant
31 January 2017;

Genre: Adventure

This mystery is one where the reader can play an active role in trying to figure out who committed the crime. Five students report for detention, but by the end of it one of them is dead. Who committed the murder, and how?? A working knowledge of American schools and some culture would be useful,...

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Name: Ruth Wyss
31 January 2017;

Genre: Adventure

Sixteen-year-old Steffi has suffered from selective mutism for most of her life, only able to talk to close family and her best friend, as well as developing paralysing anxiety over recent years. In an attempt to prove to her parents that she would be capable of surviving at university, she start...

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Name: Victoria Age 15
30 January 2017;

Genre: Romance & Relationships

I think the book was excellently written and the storyline was unique. I liked the format of the text messages against the formal chapters and I really enjoyed the mystery of Grace's character. Henry was an amazing narrator and I would recommend this book to students aged 14 and over. It made...

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