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The Dragonfly Pool
Ages 9 to 11
Imprint: Macmillan Children's Books
Synopsis
'Blending history and tragedy with an irresistible wit and verve.' – The Times
The Dragonfly Pool by Eva Ibbotson is an exciting story of friendship and determination during the Second World War, from the award-winning author of Journey to the River Sea and The Star of Kazan. Illustrated with a gorgeous updated cover by Katie Hickey.
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Details
400 pages
Imprint: Macmillan Children's Books
Reviews
A tale as delicate and buoyant as anything filmed by Alexandra Korda, blending comedy, history and tragedy with an irresistible wit and verveThe Times
Tally’s adventures may from time to time require us to suspend disbelief, but we do so willingly and in appreciation of the sure-footed skill of an author whose novels have the skill and stature of classics in the makingGuardian
Eva always lifts the spirits. She understands how children might be inspired and nourished, and she delights in nature, friendship, honesty and libertyThe Sunday Times