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Monkie Business

Debbie Thomas

Casa editrice: Mercier Press

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Another fantastic adventure from the zany world of Abbie, Perdita and the '

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Dr
Hubris Wildebeest Klench!  


- Enthusiastic and pro-active author available for in-store events 
- Wonderfully playful use of language 
- Incorporates elements of Irish history in a fun way 

Welcome to Remote Ken, an island with a mind of its own. A school trip to a rain-soaked island off the Irish coast is not Abbie Hartley's idea of fun ... until she hears rumours of treasure hidden by medieval monks. With her best friend Perdita she sets off to find the priceless Goblet of Dripping. But they're not alone. Hot on their heels are a vast villain, an ancient Inca emperor – and a curse that will turn their world upside down. With a grumpy Grandma, a wiggling wig and some quarrelsome classmates in tow, Abbie plunges into her wildest adventure yet. With crazy characters, wonderful wordplay and awesome adventures, kids will love this story!
Disponibile da: 07/02/2014.
Lunghezza di stampa: 320 pagine.

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