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The Wild Robot by Peter Brown
When robot Roz opens her eyes for the first time, she discovers that she is alone on a remote, wild island. She has no idea how she got there or what her purpose is – but she knows she needs to survive. After battling a fierce storm and escaping a vicious bear attack, she realises that her only hope for survival is to adapt to her surroundings and learn from the island’s unwelcoming animal inhabitants. As Roz slowly befriends the animals, the island starts to feel like home – until, one day, her mysterious past comes back to haunt her.
The Wild Robot is sad but also happy. SM (S1) ****
A good girl’s guide to murder by Holly Jackson
The case is closed. Five years ago, schoolgirl Andie Bell was murdered by Sal Singh. The police know he did it. Everyone in town knows he did it. But having grown up in the same small town that was consumed by the crime, Pippa Fitz-Amobi isn’t so sure. When she chooses the case as the topic for her final project, she starts to uncover secrets that someone in town desperately wants to stay hidden. And if the real killer is still out there, how far will they go to keep Pip from the truth . . . ?
It was amazing. SM (S2) *****
Once Upon a Dream: A twisted tale by Liz Braswell
Discover what would have happened if a kiss from the prince didn’t wake Sleeping Beauty. The handsome prince is poised to kiss the beautiful sleeping princess and live happily ever after, but as soon as his lips touch hers he too falls fast asleep. It is clear that this tale is far from over. Now, Princess Aurora must escape from a dangerous and magical land created from her very own dreams. With Maleficent’s agents following every move, Aurora needs to discover who her true friends are and, most importantly, who she really is.
I love it since it isn’t just your average princess book so 100% recommend. L.R. (S1) *****
Badly drawn Beth by Knife & Packer
Beth is a hilarious new heroine who just can’t help getting in trouble … So, I’m surrounded by crocodiles, holding a briefcase full of fish fingers, I’m wearing a swamp monster mask AND MISS PRIMULA IS ABOUT TO CALL MY PARENTS!Meet Beth – and all of her fantastically crazy family and friends – and be prepared to laugh your socks off!
I liked the drawings and storyline. H.H. (S1) *****
The Broken Bridge by Philip Pullman
“Ginny’s mother is dead, but at 16 she is secure, living with her father in a seaside village in Wales. But one day when the social worker arrives her world cracks apart. Everything her father has told her is a lie. Ginny uncovers the past in a journey that leads her to a mother she never knew.”
This book is great! It’s a great read and it’s different.You can’t predict it.
K.G.
