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The Quest
In The Quest, delve into an environmentally conscious tale that follows the perilous journey of four intrepid bees: Hornbee, Frizzbee, Freebee, and Tobee. Tasked by their ailing Queen to find uncontaminated pollen, these brave bees set off in different directions – North, East, West, and South – to save their hive and their beloved Queen from the lethal effects of insecticide-tainted pollen.
From epic battles to stirring romances, the story captures poignant moments of heartache as well as uplifting glimmers of hope. As the bees face various trials and tribulations, they find themselves contemplating the uncertain future for bees and humanity alike. At the heart of their adventure lies a deeply touching theme: the bonds of community and the sense of security derived from belonging to their hive, a unity anchored by their Queen.
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The Daughter of The Merchant of Venice
The Daughter of the Merchant of Venice is an intriguing love story that follows the romance between an apprentice artist named Stefano D’Alvino and Giustina Boschetti, the daughter of a Venetian merchant. Theirs is a story of love, betrayal, forgiveness, and triumph over adversity, vividly detailed and depicted in 16th-century Venice, Candia (Crete), and Constantinople.
Accompanied by their merchant father on the San Giuliano, twin sisters Giustina and Giovanella set out in 1532 on a challenging adventure to Syria. The family was captured by Barbarossa and his Turkish Corsairs during the sea voyage and later sold Giustina and Giovanella at the slave market in Constantinople. The Grand Vizir buys the Venetian twins and enslaves them in the Harem at the Topkapi Palace. Two years passed, and the twin sisters remained trapped in an Ottoman world full of intrigue, sensuality, female rivalry, and fear. The Venetian sisters plan their escape – but how?
Enslaved in the Imperial Harem for two years, Giustina has not seen her beloved Stefano. Will Giustina be able to reunite with her beloved Stefano in Venice?
A story that’s both captivating and sensuous, full of passion, mystery, and intrigue. It takes you on a journey to the heart of Venice and Constantinople, where the Grand Bazaar, Topkapi Harem, sultan, and concubines await.
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Another Adventure for Des Pond, Special Agent
Sir Desmond Pond, now Head of MI6, London, feeling the need to get out from behind a desk, decides to investigate a threat from a rogue state himself.
A terrorist group is threatening to attack somewhere in England, but where?
Des Pond investigates, but will he be able to avert disaster?
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Raja
Can a descendant atone for the misdeeds that built his family’s fortune? When James Ascot uncovers the brutal truth behind the Ascot dynasty’s rule as the ‘White Rajas’ in the distant land of Gonjong, he is ashamed by his ancestors’ treacherous legacy. But when an ecological catastrophe sparks a raging jungle fire, James sees a chance to make amends. With the help of an unassuming local boatman, James confronts the dangers and sins of the past with courageous valour – a universally cherished quality, no matter one’s lineage. Through their heroic efforts, the stains of violence and betrayal perpetrated by James’s forebears may finally be cleansed, righting historic wrongs.
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Whisper
Britney is a young, extremely malnourished child, who comes from a poor family with an abusive father. Her mother does everything she can to protect her daughter from her husband, receiving the brunt of the aggressive beatings herself. The girl barely speaks, afraid of being overheard by the wrong person, and the only words she knows are the few repeated words her mother uses to calm her after a fight. A total of three words in all, namely – Whisper, Britney, and Ma.
There is a very private, sheltered spot in the nearby forest which Britney uses as a place to hide away if ever her mother has to spend the day walking into the nearest town to purchase supplies or to trade goods. They have discreet, non-verbal signals which they use to keep the area hidden and make sure that Britney is secure (far away from Pa’s prying eyes).
On one such day, Britney hears unusual sounds and is terrified that her father has found out about their system, but the surprise turns out to be just a lonesome little puppy. The girl quickly becomes friends with the stray, instantly joining forces in their solitude, only ever meeting in the secret place where they share such a deeply silent, unspoken bond.
This continues until Ma helps her only child run away for good, tearfully leaving Britney to fend for herself in the best way she knows how. The adoring puppy (promptly being referred to as Whisper) unexpectedly follows the girl, and together they set off on a journey that will forever change their lives…
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Serin
Serin’s nation, Gapka, is facing the loss of its precious blue diamonds. While she is doing her bravery test, Serin is suddenly taken from Gapka to attend a boarding school in London. The intelligent and inquisitive learner Serin experiences problems with the students at her boarding school.
Taunted and troubled, Serin struggles to find a way out. Then she surprisingly flees the school with the help of a little magic. She is determined to save Gapka’s blue diamonds and stop Unfair Empire’s Galactic Mining Company. Serin moves and learns swiftly in the hope of finding a way to save her nation. Her dream of seeking justice for Gapka is thwarted with unforeseeable challenges. Nevertheless, she must persevere in her learning journey.
Serin is an alluring and wondrous tale that persuades you to think magically in law. You will meet friendly characters like the Archernar Bird, the Cyborg Monkey and Sir Kindwiseman.
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Droners
Since the age of six, Jessie had longed to be a specialist police dog handler. After only two years in the Yarlborough Police Force, it seemed that her dream was about to come true. That was when it had all gone terribly wrong. Poor Jessie had discovered that she was allergic to dog fur and was forced to leave her dream and her beloved police dog, Rufus, behind.
So now she was a ‘droner’ and Jessie hated it, but she had soon mastered the controls of the drones - little flying cameras. Jessie wanted to be out with Rufus, chasing and catching criminals, not collecting evidence for other cops to use.
Still, it came as quite a shock when she was summoned to the Police Captain’s office. Was she about to be fired from the drone unit? Could things get any worse for her?
But then the Captain recommended her for a new project, a project which was top-secret for now.
Could Jessie finally find job satisfaction and happiness in a police laboratory? And what exactly did they do in this mysterious, top-secret project?
Droners is a highly original tale which will delight children with its humour, lively details and captivating characters.
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Oliver's Great Adventure
Are you ready for an adventure? Oliver, a ten-year-old mischief-maker, never anticipated the wild journey ahead. Known for his pranks, especially on his grumpy neighbour, Mr. Johnson, and for leveraging his best friend Benny Green’s shyness for schemes, Oliver’s antics are legendary. At school, his target is Mr. Ramsbottom, earning Oliver a reputation for naughtiness. Yet, beneath the surface, there might be more to Oliver than meets the eye. Is he just misunderstood, or is there a kinder side waiting to be discovered? Join Oliver in an unexpected adventure that could change everything.
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Consequently Fatal
Your past actions have consequences that can affect your future. We always remember the mistakes we made that caused unnecessary difficulties to our lives and future. Most mistakes don’t have grave consequences, and we forget about them soon enough. But it’s the mistakes we forget, the ones that caused tragic accidents that come back to make the future consequentially fatal.
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Yiannis The Global Warming Warrior
From a small town in a quaint country emerges a young hero with big ideas. At just seven, Yiannis isn’t just aware of the looming threat of global warming; he’s ready to tackle it head-on. And guess what? He’s got some of the most inventive solutions up his sleeve.
Embark on a global adventure with Yiannis and his resourceful dad as they traverse diverse landscapes, from the arid terrains of Africa to the icy realms of the North Pole. Their mission? To combat climate change with their unique inventions. Some solutions might have you reaching for a nose peg, while others could tantalize your taste buds—especially if you’re a fan of bananas. And wait till you hear about their groundbreaking eco-fuel!
Blending factual insights with fictional fun, our dynamic duo also takes on challenges like reviving the dried-up Zambezi River for an African king and addressing the pressing issues of deforestation, plastic waste, and more in South America and the ocean’s depths.
Yiannis’s tales are more than just stories; they’re a rallying cry for change. Dive into his adventures, and you too might be inspired to join the ranks of the Global Warming Warriors. Are you ready to make a difference?
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Robin Rainbow
Robin Rainbow is a contemporary work of fiction written for young adults. The discovery of a casket that contains a map with a riddle sends Robin and his school friends on a quest that leads them to encounter the ever-present forces of Evil that lurk everywhere.
Dramatic turning-points that include their capture, escape, recapture, their rescue via celestial beings and their return to ‘everyday reality, dictate the novel’s narrative arc.
When at war with the powers of evil, concern at their disappearance from home and school soon becomes global. To find the missing children, huge rewards are offered that tempt bounty-hunters from across the world.
Their disappearance is taken more seriously than any illegal invasion of another country or outbreak of Covid-19 and its variants or any alleged alien abduction!
Conversational in style, the text both challenges and entertains. The element of surprise, a deep thirst for adventure, the search for knowledge and happiness sustain the reader’s interest throughout.
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Buddy the Robot Alien and Friends
Dive into a cosmic adventure with Buddy the Robot Alien and Friends by Lisa Wilson. When Riley and Hayden stumble upon a crashed spaceship in their cornfield, they meet Buddy and his extraterrestrial crew from planet Zonk.
Together, they embark on a thrilling mission to repair the spaceship, learning the true value of teamwork and friendship along the way.
This heartwarming tale is a celebration of curiosity, bravery, and the endless possibilities that lie just beyond the stars. Perfect for young dreamers, it’s a story that sparks imagination and teaches the importance of helping others.
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