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A really good read with fascinating characters, great world building, an intriguing plot and polished writing. It's a page turner with hooks and twists that keep the reader enthralled. Don't let the page count put you off!

A beautiful book about a fascinating man. The illustrations may be a matter of taste but are interesting and the inclusion of Lear's drawings into the new illustrations really adds to the whole. Worth having in biography collections.

A fast paced, exciting mystery with strong, lively and likeable characters you can't help rooting for. Themes of courage, friendship and teamwork with the guiding movement playing an important role throughout. Good.

It's funny and gruesome in equal measures. The topic has great appeal and it's a sure winner in this popular series. The chosen characters are interesting and the reader can decide if they think they are true traitors. Good stuff.

Very simple rhyming text and daft humour come together nicely with Sharratt's distinctive illustrations to make a jolly and entertaining read. Would work well for storytimes. Very good fun.

Best read in sequence, but an inventive and compelling read with strong characterisation and excellent world-building. A real hidden gem, worth stocking the series.

Absolutely brilliant, totally bonkers and hilarious peril when Captain Babybeard gets marooned on a desert island following a mutiny. Fab 'pirate language' had me laughing out loud, very clever and very entertaining, must have graphic

Pleasing and accurate drawings of all kinds of cars, with simple text enabling easy information retrieval and fun things to spot on each panel make this title perfect for young car fans. Great!

A simple and funny poem with expressive illustrations. Fans of Michael Rosen will love this and it's great for sharing at story times. Lovely to add to collections.

Creates an effective, thought-provoking story for mature readers in very sparse, simple style. Works very well for Hi-Lo uses

A fabulous book that highlights the plight of seahorses. Vibrant water colour illustrations complement the text perfectly. It encourages empathy and responsibility to young readers and teaches the importance of protecting this beautiful species.

Bright, colourful illustrations and a heart warming message about being brave enough to be different. Told with humour and in rhyming text which would be great to share and read aloud.

Absolutely gorgeous read. Simple but full of heart and warmth, capturing beautifully the intrigue children display for their granddad's stories that are filled with magic and mystery. Positive, life-affirming and Graham's illus are always a treat

A fantastic story with characters from Great Expectations woven in. Modern day concerns are explored, Covid, parental separation and how Flip amends his dad's 'wrong-doing' is brilliant. Emotive in parts, intriguing and mysterious, a safe teen read

A strong central character and a compelling narrative. The relationships are well described, and the plot will keep you reading. Ideal for animal loving top juniors, and has class read/book group potential.