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Jean Ure

    January 1, 1943

    This prolific English author crafts compelling stories primarily for children and young adults. Her work is particularly noted for its resonance with British teenage female readers, exploring themes and experiences that capture their attention. Through her engaging narratives, she delves into the complexities of growing up and social dynamics. Ure also demonstrates versatility through her translations, bringing other literary works to a wider audience.

    Jean Ure
    Dandelion
    Secret Meeting
    Pick `n' Mix
    At the Edges of Sleep
    Star for a Day
    Rescuing Rosie
    • Rescuing Rosie

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Eleven-year-old best friends, Hannah and Katy LOVE animals. Every weekend, they learn to ride at Mrs Foster’s Riding School, where they meet a loveable horse named Rosie. Rosie isn’t able to ride like the other horses, and when Mrs Foster cannot afford to keep her, she is sent to another Riding School. But Farley Downs is no ordinary Riding School, and the owner mistreats Rosie, forcing her to gallop when she isn’t able. Hannah and Katy want desperately to save the horse, but to do that, they will need to raise more money than either of them have ever had. Follow the girls on their journey as they rescue their four-legged friend, Rosie.

      Rescuing Rosie
    • Star for a Day

      • 72 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Lucy has lived her entire life in her sister's shadow - Lola is always the centre of attention and constantly in need of new clothes for a party or kit for her dancing, meaning Lucy often goes without. But when a talent show comes to town, an unlikely ally helps Lucy step into the spotlight for once. Will Lucy discover her own star quality?

      Star for a Day
    • At the Edges of Sleep

      • 280 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      Apichatpong Weerasethakul and the turn to sleep -- Sleep must be protected -- Into the dark -- Exiting and entering early cinema -- Somnolent journeys -- Insentient intimacies -- The regressive thesis -- Narcotic reception -- A little history of sleeping at the movies -- Zoning out -- Circadian cinemas.

      At the Edges of Sleep
    • Pick `n' Mix

      • 216 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      The second fantastic book about ten-year-old FRANKIE FOSTER - the girl who wants to help, but ends up causing chaos!

      Pick `n' Mix
    • Secret Meeting

      • 190 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      The beautifully repackaged eighth title in Jean Ure's acclaimed series of humorous and poignant stories, about making wishes come true.

      Secret Meeting
    • Dandelion

      • 176 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      A quirky, warm and exciting story about family, friendship and time-travel - from legendary author Jean Ure.

      Dandelion
    • Fortune Cookie

      • 203 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      3.8(108)Add rating

      A fun and feisty new comedy drama from master storyteller Jean Ure - with a gorgeous new cover look to appeal to all girls who love real-life stories.

      Fortune Cookie
    • Born to Dance

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      3.7(72)Add rating

      Set in a vibrant world of dance, this series introduces themes of friendship and the pursuit of dreams. Renowned author Jean Ure brings her signature humor and charm, creating a lively narrative that resonates with young readers. The story promises to be an engaging exploration of the joys and challenges of dancing, emphasizing the importance of camaraderie and self-discovery.

      Born to Dance
    • Gone Missing

      • 192 pages
      • 7 hours of reading
      3.5(159)Add rating

      Jean Ure returns with more warmth and wit in a brilliant book about what happens when two girls decide to run away from home. Fourteen-year-old Jade is fed up with fighting with her mum and step-dad, and her shy sixteen-year-old friend Honey is having a miserable time with her mum, but when Jade decides they should both run away, Honey isn't so sure. It's only when they get to London and things don't work out quite how they expected that Honey shows she has hidden depths, and Jade realises that home is not so bad after all…

      Gone Missing