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OverviewNewbery Honoree and New York Times bestselling author of the Guardians of Ga'Hoole series Kathryn Lasky delivers an enchanting prequel to the Cinderella story from the perspective of a young fairy godmother. In a grand glass house, there was a girl named Bess whose power would, one day, change the fate of her family. . . Bess Wickham has always felt like a bit of an outcast among her family of extraordinary glassblowers, but then an immense, magical power that's lain dormant in her bloodline begins to emerge. So, when she suspects her family's business has taken a sinister turn, Bess must find the strength to defeat dark magic and save a certain cinder girl. But will she shatter under the weight of such evil or get her happily ever after? From Newbery Honor-winning author Kathryn Lasky comes a captivating Cinderella companion, with enchanting spells and endearing animal friendships, reminding us that we have the power to forge our own happy endings. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Kathryn Lasky , Morag SimsPublisher: HarperCollins Imprint: HarperCollins Dimensions: Width: 14.60cm , Height: 1.60cm , Length: 14.20cm Weight: 0.113kg ISBN: 9798874626600Publication Date: 20 August 2024 Recommended Age: From 8 to 12 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Audio Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviews"""Here's a fast-paced, riveting adventure story for young fantasy fans to enjoy, right down to its 'happily ever after' ending."" -- ""Booklist""" Author InformationKathryn Lasky has written many books. Among her works of fiction are The Night Journey, winner of the National Jewish Book Award, and Beyond the Burning Time, an American Library Association Best Book for Young Adults. Her nonfiction has won the Newbery Honor, among other awards. She and her husband (and frequent nonfiction collaborator), photographer Christopher Knight, live in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Morag Sims is an experienced audiobook narrator who grew up listening to audiobooks and fell in love with telling stories and creating characters. She has recorded several radio plays as well as a documentary and a short film. When not recording, she is a keen baker, an enthusiastic vegetable grower, and a research fiend. Originally from rural Essex, she currently resides in North London. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |