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An Angel For May
An Angel For May
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Published:
7 February, 2013
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Tam is unhappy at home and often takes refuge in the ruins of Thowt It Farm. But then one day he is transported back to the Second World War. Alone and afraid, he makes friends with May, who has been rescued from a bombed-out house. She tries to persuade him to stay at the farm, but Tam is afraid of being trapped in the past forever.
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| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9781849395342 |
| ISBN10 | 1849395349 |
| Number Of Pages | 192 |
| Item Weight | 160 g |
| Product Dimensions | 130 x 198 x 10 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | Andersen Press Ltd |
| Format | paperback |
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Media Reviews
"Known for his gritty Young Adult realism, Burgess's subject matter can be challenging, but in writing for a younger audience the darker side has been tempered with insight, positivity and hope." * Teaching Reading & Writing, featured in 10 Books with Hidden Depths *
"An atmospheric, eerie book" * Carnegie Medal judges *
"An intricate, moving tale" * The Observer *
"An eerie tale full of intricacy" * The School Librarian *
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Author's Bio
Melvin Burgess was born in London and brought up in Surrey and Sussex. He has had a variety of jobs before becoming a full-time writer. Before his first novel, he had short stories published and a play broadcast on Radio 4. He is now regarded as one of the best writers in contemporary children's literature.