A wonderful read with amazing illustrations and of course the story is based around a real treeThe Allerton OaBook 122 of my Goodreads Challenge 2019
A wonderful read with amazing illustrations and of course the story is based around a real treeThe Allerton Oakin Liverpool. Plus what child doesn't love a story with a dragon in it?
Book re-read 2021 for the Goodreads Challenge and #GetCaughtReading May 2021
A magical tale based on the,'Tree of the Year' 2019 The Allerton Oak
Trees are meant to be shared by everyone and when a nasty Dragon decides he wants to make his lair in the big Allerton Oak the animals become upset. Brave squirrel asks the Dragon very politely to leave, the animals even offer to help him find a suitable place to live but the Dragon refuses.
The creatures therefore seek the advice of the wise owl Luna. Will she be able to convinve the Dragon to move? Why not grab a copy for your little readers, it really is a treat. The story flows beautifully beside the bright loveable illustrations by Chris Rodenhurst.
We have had this book for sometime now and return to it over and over. This time we took it out with us for the #GetCaughtReading challenge and Miss Rugy Heart sat on the branch of a tree in our local village to listen once again to the story. Happy Reading Book Lovers:-)...more
A simply beautiful, the illustrations bring this little story to life. A story about having confidence in yoursBook 127 of my Goodreads Challenge 2019
A simply beautiful, the illustrations bring this little story to life. A story about having confidence in yourself and appreciating that beauty comes in many forms....more
Childhood can shape and it can scar. This is a heart-wrenching collection of poetry from Emilia Grimm, influencBook 121 of my Goodreads Challenge 2019
Childhood can shape and it can scar. This is a heart-wrenching collection of poetry from Emilia Grimm, influenced by her personal dealings with mental health and abuse.
The first poem'Slut'sets the scene
The first time my father called me a slut I was 11 My crime... nail polish on a Sunday.
Oh my goodness what can I say but I absolutely LOVE this series and now the story has come full circle. I must gBook 86 of my Goodreads Challenge 2019
Oh my goodness what can I say but I absolutely LOVE this series and now the story has come full circle. I must give a bigTHANK YOUto the author for allowing me an ARCAdvanced Reading Copyof this book being her biggest fan. I feel I know this family inside and out.
I have grown up with the twins who were separated at birth one taken into a life of privilege whilst the other left in Brasil to grow up as a street child.
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In book 2 the boys are grown men, but the story centres aroundCarlosthe oldest of the brothers. His story is truly heartwrenching and to try and overcome his nightmares his brother Pedro suggests he write all his experiences down. The opening line drew me in:-
'Ghostly echoes of my past whispered across the ages.'
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Rio, Brasil has always been split in half. In book 3 we see the rich kids on the other side of the streets and it's Carnival time.Marcos Martinezis from the half where homelessness and poverty is the norm son ofPedrowho grew up on the streets.
Gio Silvasknows only the lifestyle of the other side. A billionaire’s son.
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Book 4 is a tearjerker featuring the stories ofJose and Christinaand some sad farewells.
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***Warning*** Book 5 is the Darkest Yet a shorter book but packs a punch not for the faint-hearted.The story of a monster - Paolo Martinez.He has sworn to protect the public, but he manages to terrorise all the street children of Rio.
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So to thisFinal Bookof the series. The fun-loving celebration of Carnival is over. As weReturn to the streets of Rio, love, lies, and betrayal rock the Martinez family once again.With so much devastation, surely all that’s left now is destruction, especially when vengeance brings the family full circle.
Can enough happiness still be found to overcome all their heartaches? Or is the Martinez family forever cursed?
This is anA~MAZ~INGbook series originally inspired by true events, well worth starting at the very beginning. This wonderful author will take you on a rollercoaster ride of a read. She can certainly tug at your heartstrings, and she will show you the dark side of the streets of Brasil (this is the native spelling of Brazil and is used throughout the series).
You will also find aFamily Treeof the Martinez family at the back of this book. The whole series is well worth investing a few hours in. But don't take my word for it check out book 1 now.
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This book was recommended by Booklover Bev and when I read the title I was really looking forward to reading itBook 108 of my Goodreads Challenge 2019
This book was recommended by Booklover Bev and when I read the title I was really looking forward to reading it, Mermaids and folklore are some of my most favourite reads.
At first I was a little disappointed that the book was named after the first story only but I still really enjoyed it. An eclectic mix of shorts to dip in and out of at your leisure. Worth checking out....more
A very eclectic mix of short stories that although each is unique it sits cosily with its neighbour. Some of thBook 107 of my Goodreads Challenge 2019
A very eclectic mix of short stories that although each is unique it sits cosily with its neighbour. Some of the stories made me laugh and yet others found me with a lump in my throat and a tear in my eye.
I lovedCut and Blowwhat a wonderful character Annabelle is compassionate and very caring.
TheNativitywas a very short little story but still a little gem to treasure.
True Costwas about environmental issues and made me sit up and think about what we are doing to the world and nature. So sad.
My favourite has to beThe Rock Poolsuch beautiful description the opening line hooked me in immediately.
The sea has always sung its own song just for me.
Beautiful collection. I hope there will be another one to follow. I'm looking forward to a top up, more ice and an extra slice for me please....more
This is a wonderful book a modern re-working of the poetry ofEdgar Allan Poe.Using Poe's words new poems haveBook 105 of my Goodreads Challenge 2019
This is a wonderful book a modern re-working of the poetry ofEdgar Allan Poe.Using Poe's words new poems have been skillfully crafted and are a joy to behold. Well worth checking out.
The Angel on Her Flight Inspired by the poem 'Lenore.' The golden spirit forever floats, rigid be read, be sung an anthem for the young...more
A fun Halloween read nice illustrations however the kindle version was rather difficult to read with the highliBook 104 of my Goodreads Challenge 2019
A fun Halloween read nice illustrations however the kindle version was rather difficult to read with the highlighted words I expect it would be easier to read in print and rather pretty....more
A wonderful book with lots of information for kids, from maps of the world to flags to animals in beautiful phoBook 102 of my Goodreads Challenge 2019
A wonderful book with lots of information for kids, from maps of the world to flags to animals in beautiful photographic technicolour. Kids will love it, although the book will probably be better as a print copy, the kindle copy may prove too small to read at times.
As Dr Zeuss said'Why fit in when you were born to stand out?'
This is a heart-wrenching story, more so than anyBook 100 of my Goodreads Challenge 2019
As Dr Zeuss said'Why fit in when you were born to stand out?'
This is a heart-wrenching story, more so than any other book I have ever read because sadly it isTRUE!This is a memoir unlike any other and it has taken thirteen years for Jo to feel she has the strength and the time to share her story with us. The story of how she and her family have overcome so many obstacles when bringing a critically ill baby into the world.
Dr. Seuss was right when he said 'Why fit in when you were born to stand out?' Zak certainly stands out, he truly is a'Boy Wonder'he is thoughtful and caring and even though he has endured countless operations since being born his smiles will still manage to met melt your heart. A truly inspirational young man.
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