This week my children's book reviews include a fabulous Parisien middle grade mystery, a classic feminist picture book, a guide to making the world better and a riveting dystopian adventure for teens.
Also in the Weekend section of The South Wales Evening Post. Enjoy!
BOOK OF THE WEEK
THE PEAR AFFAIR BY
JUDITH EAGLE
CHILDREN 9+
Nell
is determined to find her adored missing au pair Perrine. Nell will
even travel with her ghastly nouveau riche parents to Paris to find
her. When she arrives Nell finds herself embroiled in another mystery
surrounding the suspicious closures of famous bread shops. Children
will love exploring Paris with Nell and her new friends who live
under the city streets while seeking out clues. A gripping and
entrancing quest for true friendship. C'est délicieux!
Faber
PB £7.99
THE PAPER BAG PRINCESS
BY ROBERT MUNSCH & MICHAEL MARTCHENKO
PICTURE BOOK 4+
This
special 40th Anniversary hardback celebrates the classic feminist
fairytale with a foreword by Chelsea Clinton. Princess Elizabeth is
about to marry her prince when a dragon kidnaps him and burns down
her castle. With only a paper bag to wear she sets off to rescue him
only to be told she looks a mess! Where will her heart truly lead
her? Children will delight in the surprise ending and the delightful
characterful illustrations. A classic.
Annick
Press HB £12.99
HOW TO MAKE A BETTER
WORLD BY KEILLY SWIFT
CHILDREN 7+
You
have the power to change the world. But how and in what way? A fun
and inspiring practical guide to how young people can help the planet
and people around them. Find out how to volunteer, help the
environment, start a campaign or help with the plastic problem.
Children and families can discover tips, projects and role models
through the easy to digest text and colourful illustrations.
Inspirational for both home and school.
DK HB £10.99
THE LOOP BY BEN OLIVER
YOUNG ADULT 14+
Sixteen-year-old
Luka will be executed in the Loop, a prison controlled by artificial
intelligence unless he submits to medical experiments. A detonator is
sewn into his heart. Will he ever be free? Is there more danger
outside than in? Can he stop all humankind being deleted? A
fascinating concept and world that doesn't seem that far away. It
raises questions about the power we give technology. A gripping
dystopian thriller for fans of Maze Runner and Divergent.
Chicken
House PB £7.99
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