Ann Turnbull is an English author whose captivating narratives explore the complexities of adolescence. Her stories delve into themes of identity, belonging, and the challenges young people face as they navigate the transition to adulthood. Turnbull's distinctive voice and insightful portrayal of youthful experiences resonate deeply with readers, making her a celebrated figure in children's literature.
Mary Ann dreams of becoming an opera singer, and she's thrilled when the famous child prodigy Mozart performs in Chelsea. But suddenly Mary Ann is told that she must leave her Boarding School for Young Ladies, and her singing dreams are shattered. Distraught, she comes up with a plan to stay at school, oblivious to the danger it will put her in... This book was previously published as Historical Mary Ann and Miss Mozart .
Set against the backdrop of 1605, the narrative explores the perilous lives of English Catholics facing intense danger and persecution. The story delves into the struggles for faith and survival during a tumultuous period, highlighting the resilience and courage of those who refuse to abandon their beliefs despite the threats surrounding them. Through rich historical context, it captures the tension between religious conviction and societal pressures, offering a gripping portrayal of a pivotal moment in English history.
Englische Lektüre für das 1. und 2. Lernjahr
Jon hasst Freitage, ebenso wie seine teure Privatschule und seine Schuluniform. Wenn er doch nur nicht in die Schule müsste … Wenn doch nur der Bus nicht käme … Da kommt sein alter Freund Ryan gerade recht! Die beiden machen sich davon. Doch der Tag nimmt einen Verlauf, mit dem niemand rechnen konnte. Wenn sie doch nur niemals die Schule geschwänzt hätten …
A new arrival quickly becomes a rival, with potentially tragic consequences, in this evocative wartime novel.
Class conflict and a personal battle for understanding and acceptance are explored in this thought-provoking novel, set in 1937.
November 1605, London Dark alleys linger with the shadows of unknown figures and the air is thick with whispers and plots. What is going on? Two girls follow a mysterious stranger and stumble across a terrifying plot to destroy the House of Lords, taking countless lives along the way. But will anyone listen to them?
A fateful decision leads Jon to skip school with his friend Ryan, resulting in a perilous situation when Ryan's safety is compromised. As Jon grapples with fear and guilt, he finds himself in a race against time to rescue his friend. With the police closing in and suspicion mounting, Jon must confront his own cowardice and take action, highlighting themes of friendship, responsibility, and the consequences of choices.
"In sixteen hundred and sixty-five there was hardly anyone left alive." Spring 1665, London Sam was just a young boy when his master took him out of the orphanage to be his servant. When he was old enough, he was going to become his masterâ€TMs apprentice, a shoemaker, able to make his own way in the world. But that was before the plague arrived. Abandoned by Alice, his masterâ€TMs maid and the closet thing that Samâ€TMs ever had to a mother, Sam finds himself nailed into his workshop home with only his dying master and pet dog Budge for company. The officials call it †̃quarantineâ€TM. But for Sam it's a death sentence. Can Sam escape? And even if he does, will he be able to survive on London's ravaged streets?
Sam survived the Great Plague and found a new home, as a servant of the Giraud family. But now he faces disaster once more: London is in flames. Sam is trapped in the burning city with his old enemt Andre. Can the boys stop fighting long enough to escape the terrifying blaze?
The powerful sequel to the highly acclaimed No Shame, No Fear