'Blending history and tragedy with an irresistible wit and verve.' – The Times
The Dragonfly Pool by Eva Ibbotson is an exciting story of friendship and determination during the Second World War, from the award-winning author of Journey to the River Sea and The Star of Kazan. Illustrated with a gorgeous updated cover by Katie Hickey.
Tally Hamilton is furious to hear she is being sent from London to a horrid, stuffy boarding school in the countryside. And all because of the stupid war. But Delderton Hall is a far more interesting place than Tally ever imagined, and an exciting school trip to the beautiful and luscious kingdom of Bergania whisks Tally into an unexpected adventure . . .
Will she be able to save her new friend, Prince Karil, from terrible danger before it's too late?
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
ISBN: 9781035047017
Number of pages: 400
Weight: 268 g
Dimensions: 197 x 129 x 25 mm
A tale as delicate and buoyant as anything filmed by Alexandra Korda, blending comedy, history and tragedy with an irresistible wit and verve - The Times
Tally’s adventures may from time to time require us to suspend disbelief, but we do so willingly and in appreciation of the sure-footed skill of an author whose novels have the skill and stature of classics in the making - Guardian
Eva always lifts the spirits. She understands how children might be inspired and nourished, and she delights in nature, friendship, honesty and liberty - The Sunday Times
This is a great book for children and still enjoyable for adults. It's filled with luscious description that captivates the imagination and the perfect amount of adventure to keep young ones absorbed. It also... More
Set against the backdrop of the Second World War this is a beautiful and moving tale of friendship and adventure. Eva Ibbotson's heroine Tally is intelligent, fiesty and loyal to her new found friend Tamil. The... More
Absolutley Brilliant Book. It's one of those books that you won't get bored on half way through; It provides adventure and scenes all the way into the story. Gripping you from the start, you won't be... More
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