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"An all-female detective agency righting wrongs at the end of the nineteenth century; infiltrating a scandalous upper class world straight out of Bridgerton and using their wit and bravery to unmask a villain. When Marigold Bloom finds her family business in trouble a chance encounter with the devastatingly handsome and extremely bad-tempered Oliver Lockhart leads her to the Aviary - a secret agency of women who specialise in blackmailing troublesome men. Soon, Mari is the agency's newest recruit, sent to investigate the mysterious return of Oliver's long lost sister. Forced to masquerade as a newly engaged couple, it is up to Mari and Oliver to determine if there is an imposter in their midst. But what happens when the line between truth and fiction starts to blur? And what do you do when a pretend romance starts to feel all too real?"--Amazon.com.

In this thrilling fourth installment, Poppy Pym embarks on an exciting adventure to uncover a hidden spy among her peers. As she navigates clues and challenges, Poppy faces her most significant mystery yet, showcasing her cleverness and determination. This engaging tale is perfect for readers aged 9-11, blending mystery and adventure with relatable characters and themes of friendship and bravery.

Celebrated for its engaging storytelling, this book has won the prestigious Scholastic Montegrappa Prize for New Children's Writing. It offers a fresh perspective on themes of adventure and friendship, inviting young readers to explore a vibrant world filled with imaginative characters. The narrative is crafted to inspire creativity and curiosity, making it a delightful addition to children's literature.

Join Effie Kostas as she fights to become Student Council President in her new school. With a campaign team of loveable misfits, she tackles the truly important subjects: gender imbalance, outdated school conventions...and good- looking boys stealing the last slice of chocolate cake at lunchtime.

An all-female detective agency righting wrongs at the end of the nineteenth century; infiltrating a scandalous upper class world straight out of Bridgerton and using their wit and bravery to unmask a villain.

In grey, 1930s England, Bea has grown up kicking against the conventions of the time, all the while knowing that she will one day have to marry someone her parents choose - someone rich enough to keep the family estate alive. But she longs for so much more - for adventure, excitement, travel, and maybe even romance.When she gets the chance to spend the summer in Italy with her bohemian uncle and his fiancée, a whole world is opened up to Bea - a world that includes Ben, a cocky young artist who just happens to be infuriatingly handsome too. Sparks fly between the quick-witted pair until one night, under the stars, a challenge is set: can Bea and Ben put aside their teasing and have the perfect summer romance?With their new friends gleefully setting the rules for their fling, Bea and Ben can agree on one thing at least: they absolutely, positively will not, cannot fall in love...A long, hot summer of kisses and mischief unfolds - but storm clouds are gathering across Europe, and home is calling. Every summer has to end - but for Bea, this might be just the beginning.

A snow-dusted love story.In the Autumn of 1931, eighteen-year-old Freya Trevelyan runs away from her home in Cornwall to follow her dream of becoming an actress. When she is invited to join a theatrical company about to head out on tour, Freya thinks the path to success is clear, and, amidst all the glamour and bustle of stage life, she finds - for the first time - a place to belong. But can reality ever live up to her expectations? What if her life - and falling in love - turn out to be nothing like she planned? An enchanting coming of age romance about following your dreams - even when they aren't quite what you expected. Praise for A SKY PAINTED GOLD:'The perfect comfort read' Ella Risbridger'Pure escapism ... a wildly romantic, delicious indulgence' OBSERVER'A brilliant, beautiful book' Louise O'Neill'Perfect for glamour-soaked summer escapism' MAIL ON SUNDAY

Dark forces are at work at Highworth Grange school: the student council has been taken over by a tyrannical villain with his own agenda. With the help of her brilliant band of misfit friends, a bad-tempered parrot, and a former nemesis, can Effie save the school she loves before it's too late?

Peek through the pages of this magical and wonderfully produced book to follow the journey of Sleeping Beauty: the story of a beautiful and fair princess, a sleeping enchantment and a handsome prince.

"When the daughter of a rockstar who's sworn she will never date one finds herself in a secluded cabin for six weeks with the rockstar of the moment Theo Eliott to make sure he writes the album that he's two years overdue on delivering, sparks fly and Theo will do everything he can to prove to Clemmie that he's all her wishes come true, perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Abby Jimenez"--

Witty, intelligent Elizabeth Bennet has no desire for a marriage of convenience. And when she meets the handsome, wealthy Mr Darcy, her opinion of him is quickly set: he is aloof, selfish and proud - the last man in the world she would ever marry. Until their paths cross again, and again, and the pair begin to realise that first impressions can be flawed ... But as Elizabeth and Darcy become entangled in a dance through the strict hierarchies of society, will there be space for true love to bloom? Bestselling and YA Book Prize shortlisted author Laura Wood brings Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy's romance to life once more in a stunning and truly accessible retelling of Austen's beloved classic.

Winner of the Scholastic Montegrappa Prize for New Children's Writing Poppy Pym has grown up in the circus...but when her family decides she needs a more traditional education she is sent to boarding school. When dangerous accidents start occurring at St Smithen's, it's up to Poppy to solve the mystery of the Pharaoh's curse!

The book, first published in 2018 by Scholastic Ltd., presents a unique narrative that captivates readers with its engaging plot and well-developed characters. It explores themes of adventure and personal growth, drawing readers into its imaginative world. The publication history highlights its established presence in the literary market, appealing to both new and returning audiences.

Summer by the seaside with Gran isn't exactly what Callie expected. Instead of sunshine and ice cream, she's stuck helping Gran's drama group save their local theatre. Worst of all, they've asked her to star in their play. But when she goes exploring backstage, Callie stumbles into an altogether different world - another theatre, run by a wise fox and her troupe of talking animals. And the strangest part of all? Callie's set to play the lead in their show too. Forced to face her fears will Callie be up to the challenge of saving Madame Malone's Music Hall?A cast of creative creatures take centre stage in this theatrical Barrington Stoke debut from Blue Peter Book Award shortlisted author Laura Wood.

Bestselling author Laura Wood brings the adventures of Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy to even more readers in this beautiful retelling of Louisa May Alcott's coming-of-age classic. číst celé

Willkommen in Poppys Welt! Poppy findet ihr neues Leben im Internat ziemlich aufregend. Und das soll was heißen! Schließlich hatte sie zu Hause einen echten Löwen, und zum Frühstück gab es jeden Tag Zuckerwatte! Aber obwohl ihr Butterblume und die Zuckerwatte ein kleines bisschen fehlen, hat Poppy mit Kip und Ingrid tolle neue Freunde auf St. Smythens gefunden. Als dann noch das Gerücht von einem sagenhaften Schulschatz die Runde macht und ein seltsamer Geist die Theateraufführung stört, kann Poppy ihr Glück kaum fassen: Gleich zwei spannende Rätsel auf einmal, die es zu lösen gilt!

Když půjde slůně do školy, co se tam bude učit? Abecedu? To přece ne. Naučí se tam, že jeho chobot může být nosem, brčkem, rukou i hadicí! A navíc se tam seznámí s mnoha veselými zvířecími kamarády. A jaké to bude, až půjdeš do školy ty?

Ein Skandal jagt den nächsten: Band 3 der Cosy Historical Romance ab 14 – ein Must-Read für alle, die Romantik, Spannung und ein bisschen Crime lieben Felicity Vane denkt nicht im Traum daran zu heiraten. Sie will Mathematik studieren! Um den gesellschaftlichen Erwartungen zu entfliehen, beschließt sie, ihre Universitätsgebühren beim illegalen Kartenspiel zu gewinnen. Es ist der perfekte Plan – wäre da nicht Ash: Der verboten gut aussehende Besitzer des Casinos beschuldigt Felicity prompt des Betrugs. Zudem weckt ihr Geschick im Spiel die Aufmerksamkeit eines überaus gefährlichen Mannes, den auch die Ladys vom Finkennest bereits im Visier haben. Während sie zusammen mit Ash in eine kriminelle Verschwörung hineingezogen wird, spielt Felicity bald nicht mehr nur um Geld und ihre Zukunft – sondern auch um ihr Herz. Es geht weiter mit der Detektei rund um die starken jungen Frauen der Agency for Scandal! So spannend und zutiefst romantisch war es im viktorianischen London noch nie – Jane Austen wäre entzückt! Perfekte Cosy Historical Romance für alle ab 14 Mutige junge Detektivinnen der Agency for Scandal sorgen für Gerechtigkeit in der skandalumwitterten Welt der Oberschicht Voller romantischer Verwicklungen und für alle, die »Enola Holmes« und »Bridgerton« lieben!

Unwiderstehliche Feelgood Historical Romance ab 14 mit spannender Detektivhandlung und kribbeligem Fake Dating! – mit außergewöhnlichem Deko-Umschlag in limitierter Erstauflage Marigold Bloom steckt in Schwierigkeiten: Ihr Verlobter gibt ihr den Laufpass, und im Rosenkrieg droht sie nun den Blumenladen zu verlieren, der seit Generationen ihrer Familie gehört. Ausgerechnet der miesgelaunte Oliver Lockhart ist Maris Rettung: Dank ihm wird sie die neueste Rekrutin der Agency for Scandal, und für einen Fall sollen die beiden sich als frisch verlobtes Paar ausgeben. Olivers verschollene Schwester ist aufgetaucht und will ihre üppige Erbschaft antreten. Aber ist die junge Frau wirklich die, die sie vorgibt zu sein? Je länger Mari an Olivers Seite ist, desto kompliziert wird es, diesen Fall zu lösen. Denn ihre vorgetäuschte Romanze mit Oliver fühlt sich zunehmend real an … Spannend und mit herrlich romantischen Verwicklungen im viktorianischen London - Jane Austen wäre entzückt! Perfekte Cosy Historical Romance für alle ab 14 , die Romantik und Fake Dating lieben! Mutige junge Detektivinnen der Agency for Scandal sorgen für Gerechtigkeit in der skandalumwitterten Welt der Oberschicht Voller romantischer Verwicklungen und für alle, die »Enola Holmes« und »Bridgerton« lieben!