This week my children's book reviews include a powerful tale of compassion, an enchanting bedtime story about finding dragons, an intriguing whodunnit set on a train journey across Europe and teenage thriller of obsession, fame and forgiveness.
Also in the Weekend section of The South Wales Evening Post.
Enjoy!
BOOK OF THE WEEK
THE DAY WAR CAME BY NICOLA DAVIES & REBECCA COBB
PICTURE BOOK 5+
This powerful picture book portrays a little girl who lives in a war zone. Seen through the eyes of a child whose life has been torn apart, we share her hopes as she embarks on the dangerous journey to a safer country. Will she be welcomed? In aid of Help Refugees, this spotlights the right of every child to be safe and to have an education. A tale of humanity and compassion that is worth sharing.
ISBN 9781406376326 HB Walker £10
WISHING
FOR A DRAGON BY BECKY CAMERON
PICTURE BOOK 4+
Olive, Barney and Ella are whisked away on a whirlwind adventure in a hot air balloon, just before bedtime. The enchanting pen and wash illustrations capture in detail their madcap escapades with pirate teddy bears, tigers, unicorns and a friendly dragon. It is a celebration of children's imagination and their boundless energy. The action-packed quest highlights the importance of make-believe and will appeal to all children's inner explorer.
ISBN 9781444936223 HB Hodder £12.99
THE SECRET OF THE NIGHT TRAIN BY SYLVIA BISHOP
CHILDREN 9+
A missing diamond, one curious girl, an unexpected detective and a handful of suspects. Can the young girl, Max unravel the mystery of the diamond as they travel by train across Europe? A deliciously quirky adventure full of action, humour and an array of characters that Hercule Poirot would relish. Peppered with engaging illustrations by Marco Guadalupi, this roller coaster ride will whiz the reader through fascinating European cities while trying to solve this intriguing whodunnit. All aboard!
ISBN 9781407184401 PB Scholastic £6.99
ALL OF THIS IS TRUE BY LYGIA DAY PENAFLOR
YOUNG ADULT 14+
When four Long Island teenagers are befriended by the elusive author of their favourite book, Fatima Ro, they can't believe their luck. A year later they are shocked her latest book has been based on their darkest secrets which they shared with her. The story is revealed through interviews, emails and personal journals that slowly uncovers obsession, revenge and betrayal. An intriguing look at the culture of celebrity and forgiveness. For fans of We Were Liars.
ISBN 9781408890936 PB Bloomsbury £7.99
PICTURE BOOK 4+
Olive, Barney and Ella are whisked away on a whirlwind adventure in a hot air balloon, just before bedtime. The enchanting pen and wash illustrations capture in detail their madcap escapades with pirate teddy bears, tigers, unicorns and a friendly dragon. It is a celebration of children's imagination and their boundless energy. The action-packed quest highlights the importance of make-believe and will appeal to all children's inner explorer.
ISBN 9781444936223 HB Hodder £12.99
THE SECRET OF THE NIGHT TRAIN BY SYLVIA BISHOP
CHILDREN 9+
A missing diamond, one curious girl, an unexpected detective and a handful of suspects. Can the young girl, Max unravel the mystery of the diamond as they travel by train across Europe? A deliciously quirky adventure full of action, humour and an array of characters that Hercule Poirot would relish. Peppered with engaging illustrations by Marco Guadalupi, this roller coaster ride will whiz the reader through fascinating European cities while trying to solve this intriguing whodunnit. All aboard!
ISBN 9781407184401 PB Scholastic £6.99
ALL OF THIS IS TRUE BY LYGIA DAY PENAFLOR
YOUNG ADULT 14+
When four Long Island teenagers are befriended by the elusive author of their favourite book, Fatima Ro, they can't believe their luck. A year later they are shocked her latest book has been based on their darkest secrets which they shared with her. The story is revealed through interviews, emails and personal journals that slowly uncovers obsession, revenge and betrayal. An intriguing look at the culture of celebrity and forgiveness. For fans of We Were Liars.
ISBN 9781408890936 PB Bloomsbury £7.99
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