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Author
Publisher
Walker Books
Pub. Date
2017
Language
English
Description
Badger Bill needs rescuing. He's been kidnapped by two nasty sisters who are about to make him fight a boxing match against three even nastier dogs. The four most depressed llamas in the history of llamas need rescuing too. They are about to be turned into llama pies. But never fear - Uncle Shawn is here! He loves rescuing things. He has a rescuing plan, which involves dancing, and a mole, and an electric fence. What could possibly go wrong?
Author
Series
Publisher
BBC Books
Pub. Date
2016
Language
English
Description
Something distinctly odd is going on in Arbroath. It could be to do with golfers being dragged down into the bunkers at the Fetch Brothers' Golf Spa Hotel, never to be seen again. It might be related to the strange twin grandchildren of the equally strange Mrs Fetch - owner of the hotel and fascinated with octopuses. It could be the fact that people in the surrounding area suddenly know what others are thinking, without anyone saying a word. Whatever...
Author
Publisher
Jonathan Cape
Pub. Date
2016
Language
English
Description
Set in 2014, this is a novel of our times. Poignant, deeply funny and beautifully written, it centres around two decent, damaged people trying to make moral choices in an immoral world; ready to sacrifice what's left of themselves for honesty, and a chance at tenderness. As they navigate the sweet and serious heart of London, passing through 24 hours that will change both for ever, an unusual, moving love story unfolds.
Author
Publisher
Vintage
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
Elizabeth Barber is crossing the Atlantic by liner with her perfectly adequate boyfriend, Derek, who might be planning to propose. In fleeing the UK temporarily, Elizabeth may also be in flight from her past and the charismatic Arthur, once her partner. But as the voyage progresses, Elizabeth's past is slowly revealed.