We’re officially halfway through the summer hols! If you’re running out of things to do – don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!
Check out this list of the best books this summer, with 5 amazing reads that we’ve been loving over the last few weeks. Guaranteed to banish end of summer boredom!
The Storm Keeper’s Island – Catherine Doyle
What’s it about?
When Fionn Boyle sets foot on Arranmore Island, it begins to stir beneath his feet …
Once in a generation, Arranmore Island chooses a new Storm Keeper to wield its power and keep its magic safe from enemies.
The time has come for Fionn’s grandfather, a secretive and eccentric old man, to step down.
Soon, a new Keeper will rise. But, deep underground, someone has been waiting for Fionn. As the battle to become the island’s next champion rages, a more sinister magic is waking up, intent on rekindling an ancient war.
Review:
‘A book that took my breath away … A stunning story of courage and hope … A book of quiet wonders and windswept dreams. Go and read it’ – Cerrie Burnell
Peril in Paris – Katherine Woodfine
What’s it about?
It’s 1911, and the young detectives of Taylor & Rose are turning their talents to espionage. On a case for the mysterious Secret Service Bureau, the daring Miss Sophie Taylor and Miss Lilian Rose must leave London for the boulevards and grand hotels of Paris. But danger lurks beneath the bright lights of the city – and intrigue and murder lie in store. As aeroplanes soar in the skies overhead, our heroines will need to put all their spy skills to the test to face the PERIL that awaits them…
Go Girl says:
If you loved the Sinclair Mysteries you’ll love this new book from Katherine Woodfine. It’s full of twists and turns which will keep you gripped to the book!
One of our favourite books of the year!
The Unicorn Quest – Kamilla Benko
What’s it about?
Claire Martinson still worries about her older sister Sophie, who battled a mysterious illness last year. But things are back to normal as they move into Windermere Manor… until the sisters climb a strange ladder in a fireplace and enter the magical land of Arden.
There, they find a world in turmoil. The four guilds of magic no longer trust each other. The beloved unicorns have gone, and terrible wraiths roam freely. Scared, the girls return home. But when Sophie vanishes, it will take all of Claire’s courage to climb back up the ladder, find her sister, and uncover the unicorns’ greatest secret.
Go Girl says:
If you’ve not started the Unicorn Quest series – what are you waiting for?! Claire’s quest to find her sister in the amazing world of Arden is packed with magic and adventure.
Rose Rivers – Jacqueline Wilson
What’s it about?
A wonderful new story starring old friends and new from the much-beloved Victorian world of Hetty Feather.
Rose Rivers lives in a beautiful house with her artist father, her difficult, fragile mother and her many siblings.
She has everything money can buy – but she’s not satisfied.
Why can’t she be sent away to a good school like her twin brother?
Why can’t she learn to become a famous artist like her father or his friend Paris Walker?
Why is life so unfair for people who were not born rich?
When a young girl, Clover Moon, joins the household as a nursemaid to Rose’s troubled sister Beth, Rose finds a true friend for the first time and she starts to learn more about the world outside.
Will Rose finally achieve her dreams? And will she be able to help Clover find her own dream?
Go Girl says:
Amazing summer read from our fave author, Jacqueline Wilson. We love this Victorian tale of Rose and Clover’s friendship. Some of you lucky Go Girl readers will have a sneak preview sampler in issue 275.
The Frozen Telescope
What’s it about?
After the thrilling events which concluded The Smoking Hourglass, Ivy, Seb and Valian think they’ve vanquished their enemies, and those of Lundinor, forever. It turns out their adventure was only just beginning . . . Ivy and Seb can’t wait to join Valian for their first ever overseas uncommon adventure – they’re meeting in Nubrook, the completely astonishing and totally-different-to-Ludinor trading market hidden underneath New York. But there’s no time to enjoy looking round all the incredible sights – they’re on a mission to find Valian’s long-lost sister, Rosie. But it seems they’re not the only ones looking for her. Once again the Dirge rear their terrifying heads, and it appears they’re after not only Rosie, but another enormously powerful Great Uncommon Good object. But what do they want it for? And can Ivy, Seb and Valian stop them from finding it?
Go Girl says:
We love the Uncommoners series so far and were super excited to hear about this new installment! Perfect to read on a rainy summer day!
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