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'The Hilary Mantel of children's fiction.' The Telegraph 'Impossible to stop reading.' The Times 'A remarkable writer.' Daily Mail 'Compelling.' BookTrust

A body washed up on the beach... Evacuation to an old house with forbidden rooms and dark secrets... An animal rescue service...

Set in World War Two, Emma Carroll explores the resilience, resourcefulness and inventiveness of children when their lives fall to pieces. Introducing some compelling new characters, as well as revisiting some familiar settings, these adventures are sure to win over new readers, as well as fans of old favourites such as Letters from the Lighthouse and Frost Hollow Hall.

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Publication: 7 Feb 2019, 
Faber & Faber

ISBN: 9780571350407
Extent: 256 pages

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When we were Warriors by Emma Carroll

    'The Hilary Mantel of children's fiction.' The Telegraph 'Impossible to stop reading.' The Times 'A remarkable writer.' Daily Mail 'Compelling.'... Read more

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      Description

      'The Hilary Mantel of children's fiction.' The Telegraph 'Impossible to stop reading.' The Times 'A remarkable writer.' Daily Mail 'Compelling.' BookTrust

      A body washed up on the beach... Evacuation to an old house with forbidden rooms and dark secrets... An animal rescue service...

      Set in World War Two, Emma Carroll explores the resilience, resourcefulness and inventiveness of children when their lives fall to pieces. Introducing some compelling new characters, as well as revisiting some familiar settings, these adventures are sure to win over new readers, as well as fans of old favourites such as Letters from the Lighthouse and Frost Hollow Hall.

      Paperback
      Publication: 7 Feb 2019, 
      Faber & Faber

      ISBN: 9780571350407
      Extent: 256 pages

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