Natasha Farrant a grandi au cœur de la communauté française de Londres et concilie aujourd'hui sa carrière d'écrivaine avec son travail d'agente littéraire. Ses romans pour adultes, publiés par Transworld, plongent au plus profond de la psyché humaine, explorant des relations complexes et les vies intérieures de ses personnages. Les lecteurs sont touchés par sa prose lyrique et sa capacité à créer des récits chargés d'émotion qui résonnent longtemps après la dernière page. Sa voix unique offre une perspective captivante sur les complexités de la vie.
Lotti's horrible aunt and uncle want to send her away to boarding-school (when she has just so successfully managed to get expelled from her last one!) And Clara, their young teacher, is waiting for news of her missing fiance. Just as they think they've found their feet in the new order, disaster strikes, and Lotti and Ben must get away.
Bluebell and her siblings are beginning a new school year. Twig has taken up violent team sports, poor Jas is being bullied by the ghastly Cupcake Crew and Blue has a big decision to make. There are fights and crying fits. But there is also laughter and above all, there is love - and that's what being a family is all about.
Inspired by Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice! Lydia can't stand her country life - but adventure is just around the corner. Soon, she's swept off her feet by dashing Wickham, following him glamorous Brighton. Here, a pair of intriguing siblings offer her the life she thinks she seeks. But can she find out what she really wants - and get it?
When Alice's family home has to be sold, she and her father Barney will do whatever it takes to buy it back - even if whatever it takes isn't strictly legal.
Recognized as one of the Guardian Books of the Year for 2019, this title offers a compelling narrative that explores profound themes and rich character development. The story delves into intricate relationships and societal issues, captivating readers with its insightful commentary. With a blend of emotional depth and engaging prose, it invites reflection on contemporary life and human experiences, making it a standout choice for those seeking thought-provoking literature.
Magical interlinked stories about what one girl learns from talking to trees throughout Time and from around the world.
Just when Bluebell thought her crazy family were behaving normally, her parents make an announcement that could turn everything upside down.If only Zoran, their au pair, would come back to live with them. Unfortunately he's too busy teaching guitar to his new protege, Zachary Smith.Blue is jealous at first, until Zach starts helping her little sister with a secret project and becomes a regular visitor at the Gadsby house.Then Zach goes missing. Blue needs her family to pull together if they're going to find him...
It's the summer holidays and Flora has gone off with Dad to the exotic set of his new film and Mum is at home having a much-needed rest with baby Pumpkin. Bluebell, Twig and Jas have been sent to stay with Grandma at Horsehill in the countryside.With Grandma keen that the children get as much fresh air as possible, they are sent off on bikes to go wild swimming and befriend the boys next door. With so much freedom, they can't help but get into trouble, and Grandma doesn't seem to be as capable as looking after them as she should be...
It's hard being the normal one in such a crazy family. Bluebell's life is chaotic: Mum and Dad are always away, the new babysitter has no idea what he's doing, and the whole family is trying to get used to life without Iris. There are tears and tantrums.
The story follows a girl who is resolute in pursuing her dream, leading her two friends on an off-the-grid adventure. As they navigate challenges like storms, illness, and injury, their journey takes a thrilling turn when they encounter a gang of international jewel thieves, transforming their adventure into a gripping survival tale.