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Enola Holmes and the Mark of the Mongoose by Nancy Springer

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Title: Enola Holmes and the Mark of the Mongoose Author: Nancy Springer Genre: Crime, Historical Fiction Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 29th September 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 304 Price: $19.99 Synopsis: Enola Holmes, Sherlock's much younger and feistier sister, returns in this new and final adventure in the internationally bestselling series and breakout Netflix sensation.… Continue reading Enola Holmes and the Mark of the Mongoose by Nancy Springer

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Dangerous Devotions by AD Penhall

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Title: Dangerous Devotions Author: AD Penhall Genre: Crime Publisher: Clan Destine Press Published: 1st July 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 315 Price: $36.95 Synopsis: A beautiful city on a glittering harbour,where not everything is tourist brochure perfect. Sydney – where beauty is in the eye of the beholderand where even the strangest desires can be met.… Continue reading Dangerous Devotions by AD Penhall

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August 2023 Reading Round Up

Ashleigh

In August, I read twenty books, and wrote reviews for all of them, some to come later in September or later in the year. I had a big pile this month and only got through a fraction because some came after publication date, and some took a little longer than others to get through. I… Continue reading August 2023 Reading Round Up

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Blog Tour: The Lorekeepers Book One: Raine in the Underlands by E.M. Greville

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Title: The Lorekeepers Book One: Raine in the Underlands Author: E.M. Greville Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Shawline Publishing Group Published: 25th July 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 202 Price: $19.95 Synopsis: FAMILIES CAN BE TRICKY... Especially when your dad is missing, your mum is hiding a BIG secret and a strangewoman – who looks oddly familiar –… Continue reading Blog Tour: The Lorekeepers Book One: Raine in the Underlands by E.M. Greville

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Alex: Through My Eyes – Australian Disaster Zones by Rosanne Hawke, series editor Lyn White

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Title: Alex: Through My Eyes – Australian Disaster Zones Author: Rosanne Hawke, series editor Lyn White Genre: Fiction Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 29th August 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 240 Price: $18.99 Synopsis: A captivating and heartfelt story of one boy's resilience in the face of devastating drought. Alex sighs at the dusty brown landscape.… Continue reading Alex: Through My Eyes – Australian Disaster Zones by Rosanne Hawke, series editor Lyn White

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Lily Halfmoon: The Magic Gems by Xavier Bonet

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Title: Lily Halfmoon: The Magic Gems Author: Xavier Bonet Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 29th August 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 80 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: A magical graphic novel about a secret school of witches, animal guardians and magical gemstones from an international comic artist! 'Witches and Wizards, Sorcerers and Enchanters, by the magic granted… Continue reading Lily Halfmoon: The Magic Gems by Xavier Bonet

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Dragon Games: The Frozen Sea by Maddy Mara

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Title: Dragon Games: The Frozen Sea Author: Maddy Mara Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Scholastic Australia Published: 1st August 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 144 Price: $14.99 Synopsis: Team Dragon is back! This time Luca, Yazmine and Zane have landed in the icy region of North Gelida. Here they must navigate giant frozen waves and outrun a hungry… Continue reading Dragon Games: The Frozen Sea by Maddy Mara

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July 2023 Reading Round Up

Ashleigh

I read 18 books in July and reviewed 16 of them. Many of them were aimed at younger readers, as I do get many from Scholastic as well, and this is my focus. Nearly all were Australian authors too, and there was a mix of genres and styles. I’ve also started another book bingo card… Continue reading July 2023 Reading Round Up

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The Dog Squad: The Newshound by Clara Vulliamy

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Title: The Dog Squad: The Newshound Author: Clara Vulliamy Genre: Mystery Publisher: HarperCollins Australia Published: 2nd August 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 128 Price: $15.99 Synopsis: Three budding journalist friends and their faithful hound uncover top local news stories in this delightful new series about family, friends and DOGS!Eva has always wanted to be a journalist,… Continue reading The Dog Squad: The Newshound by Clara Vulliamy

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Hello Twigs, Let’s Find Treasure by Andrew McDonald, illustrated by Ben Wood

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Title: Hello Twigs, Let’s Find Treasure Author: Andrew McDonald, illustrated by Ben Wood Genre: Humour Publisher: Hardie Grant Published: 2nd August 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 48 Price: $10.99 Synopsis: The world is big when you’re a twig! From the best-selling creators of Real Pigeons comes a joyous early graphic novel series that you can read aloud. Ziggy… Continue reading Hello Twigs, Let’s Find Treasure by Andrew McDonald, illustrated by Ben Wood