Download or read book Florence and the Mischievous Kitten written by Megan Rix and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2019-01-03 with total page 123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The brilliant new book from Megan Rix, telling the story of Florence Nightingale through the eyes of her young ward. Florence loved cats, and had many during her lifetime. This is the perfect introduction to the Lady with the Lamp for young children, told with warmth, humour and adorable animals. Summer 1888: In a fancy house in London, a kitten called Scamp escapes through an open window and finds himself lost in the middle of the city. Across Hyde Park, a young girl called Beth is marching with thousands of other girls to protest the working conditions in the Bryant and May match factories. When Beth stumbles across the tiny kitten she finds that he belongs to none other than Miss Florence Nightingale, who is now indebted to Beth for returning her beloved pet. So begins an unlikely friendship between the great lady, her mischievous kitten, and Beth the penniless orphan. But when Beth's sister Iris is struck down with illness in one of the poorest parts of London, can Beth, Scamp and Miss Nightingale find a way to save her before it's too late?
Download or read book Florence Finds Passion written by Krissyann Granger and published by Tug Hill Publishing Company. This book was released on 2023-10-31 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Florence’s life has been a series of heartbreaks and trials. After losing her husband, she finds herself destitute and alone, clinging to her faith as she navigates a world filled with disappointment and fear. Seeking refuge at the Rose Dunn Rescue House, Florence hopes for a fresh start. As the women around her chase their dreams and find love, she decides to take a daring leap of faith and becomes a mail-order bride. But when she arrives in Hope, Florence faces yet another crushing disappointment—her groom is already married. Heartbroken and desperate, she wonders if she will ever find a place to belong. Then, in a twist of fate, she meets Cooper. Cooper is a no-nonsense businessman with little patience for matters of the heart. A moment of drunken weakness leads him to agree to take a mail-order bride, and now, sober and regretful, he finds himself tied to a woman he doesn’t know. What’s he going to do with a wife? Thrown together in the rugged West, Florence and Cooper face a tumultuous journey. Cooper’s hard-headed practicality clashes with Florence’s soft-hearted hope. Just as Florence begins to find her footing, she discovers the shocking truth—she’s married to the town’s brothel owner. In a town where danger lurks around every corner, Florence must summon the courage to transform from a fearful widow to a bold rescuer. As she takes on the most terrifying challenges, her faith and determination are put to the ultimate test. Can she and Cooper find common ground and build a future together, or will the shadows of their pasts and the dangers of their present tear them apart? Dive into Florence’s heart-pounding journey of survival, faith, and unexpected love. With high-stakes tension and empowering transformation, this story will leave you breathless and desperate to turn the next page. Note: This series includes mature themes, steamy encounters, and explicit language, intended for mature readers.
Download or read book Lizzie and Lucky The Mystery of the Lost Chicken written by Megan Rix and published by Random House. This book was released on 2023-09-14 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Join young detective Lizzie and her adorable puppy Lucky on another mystery-solving adventure! With charming illustrations throughout, and fun activities to try. Lizzie and Lucky are visiting the Five Freedoms Sanctuary. It's a lovely place for all sorts of rescued animals. When a local farmer announces some terrible plans for his land that could endanger the surrounding wildlife, our dynamic duo know they must investigate the case. Can they use their detective skills to stop him? While looking for clues, Lizzie spots some strange footprints and an unusual blue creature that stands out from the rest! But what is it, and where did it come from? Could it be the key to saving the day? Praise for the Lizzie & Lucky books: 'The author's experience of partial deafness shines through, with helpful but gentle hints about the importance of accessibility and equality. Above all, this is a joyous tale celebrating animals, mysteries, family and friendship (both of the two-legged and four-legged variety!)' - BookTrust
Download or read book Lizzie and Lucky The Mystery of the Stolen Treasure written by Megan Rix and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2021-08-05 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Join Lizzie and Lucky on another mystery-solving adventure! Perfect for fans of Holly Webb and Anisha, Accidental Detective. When Lizzie and her cute puppy Lucky go on a family trip to the seaside, something doesn't seem right. There's talk of missing treasure no one has been able to find for years and years, and artefacts are mysteriously disappearing in the local museum. Anyone else would shrug it off but this dynamic duo just know there is a mystery to be solved here - and they won't leave until they figure it out!
Download or read book Lizzie and Lucky The Mystery of the Missing Puppies written by Megan Rix and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2021-03-04 with total page 69 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'A joyous tale celebrating animals, mysteries, family and friendship (both of the two-legged and four-legged variety!)' - BookTrust Meet Lizzie and Lucky: a sparky young detective and her loyal Dalmatian sidekick! Lizzie is desperate for a dog. In order to convince her parents to get one, she has to come up with 101 reasons why she needs one. Lizzie is a master at making lists, so thinking of 101 reasons is going to be easy! Especially as she is deaf and could train one to be her hearing dog. But as Lizzie begins compiling her list, she witnesses an adorable puppy being snatched away and put into a van by a mysterious-looking man. Can Lizzie solve the case - and maybe find herself a loyal friend at the same time...?
Download or read book Lizzie and Lucky The Mystery of the Disappearing Rabbit written by Megan Rix and published by Random House. This book was released on 2023-01-26 with total page 123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Short chapters and charming illustrations mean this gentle story is perfect for early readers' - BookTrust Join Lizzie and Lucky on another mystery-solving adventure - this time at a magic show! Perfect for fans of Holly Webb and Anisha, Accidental Detective. Young detective Lizzie and her puppy, Lucky, are off to a magic show. But during the performance, a world-famous rabbit disappears - and not on purpose! Can Lizzie and Lucky find Rudy the rabbit, get to the bottom of who stole him, and why? With charming illustrations throughout, and fun activities to try!
Download or read book The Lost War Dog written by Megan Rix and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2020-08-20 with total page 159 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The brave, difficult and ultimately hopeful journey across wartime Germany of two best friends and the dog who brought them together. Tilly and Gretchen have been best friends all their lives, and Gretchen adores Tilly's beloved pet dachshund Wuffly like he's her own. But tensions are high in Germany in 1938. Tilly's Jewish family are in danger - and Gretchen's father is a train driver in the employ of the Nazis. Before long, Tilly is sent to England as part of the Kindertransport rescue mission. Heartbroken, she has to leave Wuffly and Gretchen behind. So begins an epic adventure as Gretchen makes the decision to follow her best friend and reunite her with her beloved dog - but when they touch down in England, Wuffly is immediately taken away. How will each of them fare, as German evacuees in England? And will the three friends ever be reunited in safety...?
Download or read book Rosa and the Daring Dog written by Megan Rix and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2019-09-05 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: HOWLY is a tiny puppy, left abandoned in a trash can next to a school. EDDIE is the young girl who finds him . . . Eddie is immediately drawn to the puppy, whose bravery and determination remind her of a very famous person indeed. Eddie's class are learning about Mrs Rosa Parks, whose act of courage on a bus in 1955 started a whole movement against racism in America. Mrs Parks herself soon visits Eddie's school, and when the great lady points out a stark reminder of racism in the school's own playground it's up to Eddie, her friends, and their new school dog Howly to remind everyone how to stay hopeful and stand up for what is right.
Download or read book Winston and the Marmalade Cat written by Megan Rix and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2017-08-03 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winston and the Marmalade Cat is the first in a brand-new series from award-winning author Megan Rix! Full of adventure, fascinating history and super-cute animals, this series is perfect for 6-8 year old readers and fans of Dick King-Smith and Michael Morpurgo. Nine-year-old Harry is desperate for a pet of his own but working at the local animal rescue centre is the next best thing. One day, he's asked to take a very special birthday present to Chartwell, home of the famous Prime-Minister and animal-lover Winston Churchill. During his visit, Harry learns all about Winston's past and his much-loved pets. Will Harry get to meet Winston Churchill and will he ever get a pet of his very own?
Download or read book Florence Sackville Or Self dependence written by E. J. Burbury and published by . This book was released on 1851 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Runaways written by Megan Rix and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2015-05-07 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: *2015 RED HOUSE CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD SHORTLISTED AUTHOR* A brand new animal adventure for 8+ readers set during World War One from classic-in-the-making and bestselling author, Megan Rix. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo and Sarah Lean. Two friends, fighting their way home . . . SHANTI and her calf TARA are beautiful circus elephants. HARVEY is the faithful old collie who leads the show. In war they will perform their most death-defying trick yet. When the First World War seizes Europe, Cullen's Circus is forced to close. The men are sent to fight and the animals are torn apart from their keepers, and each other. But while Shanti must help on a farm, it's little Tara who faces a far worse fate. . . Separated too soon from her mother, Tara's life is in danger. Only old, brave Harvey can bring them back together. And so side-by-side, dog and elephant set out on an extraordinary journey across the English countryside - but can the unlikely friends find Shanti in time? Praise for Megan Rix: 'If you love Michael Morpurgo, you will enjoy this' Sunday Express 'A moving tale told with warmth, kindliness and lashings of good sense that lovers of Dick King-Smith will especially appreciate' The Times 'Every now and then a writer comes along with a unique way of storytelling. Meet Megan Rix . . . her novels are deeply moving and will strike a chord with animal lovers.' LoveReading 'A perfect story for animal lovers and lovers of adventure stories' Travelling Book Company Also available by Megan Rix: The Great Escape, The Victory Dogs, The Bomber Dog, A Soldier's Friend and The Hero Pup
Download or read book The Victory Dogs written by Megan Rix and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2013-04-04 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Victory Dogs is the incredible story of two puppies who become heroes of the blitz. A heartwarming story for 9+ readers who are fans of Michael Morpurgo's War Horse and Lauren St John. BARK and HOWL are two puppies, born on the London underground SHEBA is an elderly one-eared cat When the Blitz begins, how will they survive? It's the start of the Second World War and Bark and Howl are lost in the dark maze of tunnels under London. With Sheba's help, they learn how to survive. But when the bombs begin to fall, the puppies become separated. As the attacks continue, Bark and Howl are frightened, but they know the tunnels so well - they're the only ones who can lead hundreds of trapped people out of danger. Will Bark and Howl find each other - and be victorious in leading Londoners to safety? 'If you love Michael Morpurgo, you will enjoy this' Express 'A moving tale told with warmth, kindliness and lashings of good sense that lovers of Dick King-Smith will especially appreciate' The Times 'Every now and then a writer comes along with a unique way of storytelling . . . Meet Megan Rix . . . her novels are deeply moving and will strike a chord with animal lovers.' LoveReading About the author: Megan Rix lives in England with her husband, and their adorable dogs, Traffy and Bella. Also available by Megan Rix: The Great Escape
Download or read book Echo Come Home written by Megan Rix and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2016-01-07 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'I wish I had a dog . . . It could be a big dog or a little one. It could be any colour or breed. Just most of all I'd like a hearing dog.' Eleven-year-old Jake is dreading his new school. No one understands how hard it is for him to make friends. But then Jake meets Echo. Echo is a stray puppy, training to be a hearing dog. With Echo by his side, Jake's confidence grows. But then something terrible happens and Jake and Echo are separated. Determined to find his way back to Jake, Echo sets out on the difficult journey home. With a long road ahead and danger all around, have Jake and Echo lost each other forever?
Download or read book Ten Little Kittens written by Marian Harris and published by Andrews McMeel Publishing. This book was released on 2010-03-30 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Moving googly eyes highlight the humor and whimsy of this enchanting cat counting book written in verse. Full color.
Download or read book Emmeline and the Plucky Pup written by Megan Rix and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2018-01-04 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Meet the leader of the Suffragettes, Emmeline Pankhurst, and a particularly plucky pup, during a momentous time in history! Alfie can't believe his luck when he is allowed to keep a tiny puppy he finds abandoned on the street. Rascal is cute as a button and has lots of attitude, and Emmeline Pankhurst is thrilled that her ward Alfie has a new friend. Alfie and Rascal deliver messages between the Suffragettes as they organise their 'Votes for Women' campaign. But it's sometimes dangerous work, and it's not long before Alfie and Rascal find out the true cost of the fight. Full of adventure, fascinating history and lovely animals, this is the perfect read for young fans of Dick King-Smith and Michael Morpurgo.
Download or read book The Great Fire Dogs written by Megan Rix and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2016-08-25 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: London 1666 - A terrible plague has swept through the city and people live in fear of animals carrying the disease. Woofer is a loveable stray who works in the palace kitchen and Tiger Lily is the pampered pet spaniel of King Charles II. They come from very different worlds but this hasn't stopped them becoming the best of friends and looking out for each other. When Woofer finds himself in trouble he has to escape the palace grounds and Tiger Lily isn't far behind him. It's not long before a new danger emerges - a great fire is sweeping across London destroying everything in its path. Can these two brave dogs survive the blazing fire and make their way to safety?
Download or read book The Bomber Dog written by Megan Rix and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2013-08-01 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Bomber Dog is a heartwarming story for 9+ readers about a brave puppy who joins the paratroopers during the Second World War and becomes a heroic war dog. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo's War Horse and Lauren St John. GREY is just a puppy when he arrives at the War Dog Training school. NATHAN, his trainer, is a brave young soldier. WOLF is a war dog who's seen it all. Grey and Nathan soon become inseparable. Until the day a parachute jump goes tragically wrong . . . As the Second World War rages, Grey faces his most important mission yet: to find his best friend. With Wolf at his side, he must journey across France and behind enemy lines. His path is fraught with danger. Can he reach Nathan before it's too late? Praise for Megan Rix: 'If you love Michael Morpurgo, you will enjoy this' Express 'A moving tale told with warmth, kindliness and lashings of good sense that lovers of Dick King-Smith will especially appreciate' The Times 'Every now and then a writer comes along with a unique way of storytelling . . . Meet Megan Rix . . . her novels are deeply moving and will strike a chord with animal lovers.' LoveReading About the author: Megan Rix lives in England with her husband, and their adorable dogs, Traffy and Bella. Also available by Megan Rix: The Great Escape, The Victory Dogs. www.meganrix.com
