'Linda Newbery is a writer who has made a connection with children through her novels' (Lawrence John WELLINGBOROUGH & RUSHDEN HERALD & POST)
'Newbery weaves Tommy's story, and that of two more contemporary lost boys into a mulit-layered and engaging mystery that youngsters are boud to find compelling.' (Rob Southern WESTERN DAILY PRESS)
'compelling... Linda Newbery is adept at crating stories alive to young people's contemporary concerns.' (Elaine Williams TES)
'a spellbinding mystery story... excellent and a worthwhile read of everyone.' (Rijula Karanijkar (Balerno Community High) TEEN TITLES)
New house, new school, new friends - but Matt Lanchester knows it won't all be that easy when he moves from Milton Keynes to Hay-on-Wye. Almost as soon as he arrives he is drawn into a mystery when he sees a roadside memorial marked by a little wooden cross with the initials M.L carved into it. His initials! Then he meets Robbo and Tig and Old Wil Jones and his wife, Gwynnie. There's history here and a well kept village secret - and Matt is desperate to find out more. His new acquaintances are keener on taunting Wil - Wil, the murderer. But that's not Matt' s style. Befriending Wil, and with a sense of a shadowy figure always close by, he learns about a tragedy in the past, helps set the record straight and finally lay to rest the ghost of boy he feels he's come to know.
Linda Newbery effortlessly mixes the old with the new, the past with the present, tragedy with triumph as she writes about communities and individuals, facing challenges and being accepted.
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Librería: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: Very Good. New house, new school, new friends - but Matt Lanchester knows it won't all be that easy when he moves from Milton Keynes to Hay-on-Wye. Almost as soon as he arrives he is drawn into a mystery when he sees a roadside memorial marked by a little wooden cross with the initials M.L carved into it. His initials! Then he meets Robbo and Tig and Old Wil Jones and his wife, Gwynnie. There's history here and a well kept village secret - and Matt is desperate to find out more. His new acquaintances are keener on taunting Wil - Wil, the murderer. But that's not Matt' s style. Befriending Wil, and with a sense of a shadowy figure always close by, he learns about a tragedy in the past, helps set the record straight and finally lay to rest the ghost of boy he feels he's come to know. Linda Newbery effortlessly mixes the old with the new, the past with the present, tragedy with triumph as she writes about communities and individuals, facing challenges and being accepted. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Nº de ref. del artículo: GOR002107100
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Condición: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. . Nº de ref. del artículo: 7719-9781842551240
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Librería: Goldstone Books, Llandybie, Reino Unido
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Librería: Amolib Books, Oxford, OXON, Reino Unido
Cloth. Condición: As New. Estado de la sobrecubierta: As New. First Edition. New. Unread. History . Matt is haunted by a boy who died recently . Or is he?. Nº de ref. del artículo: 003222
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Librería: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, Reino Unido
Condición: Good. Ships from the UK. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Nº de ref. del artículo: 45562182-75
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Librería: Brit Books, Milton Keynes, Reino Unido
Hardcover. Condición: Used; Very Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality. Nº de ref. del artículo: 3737541
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Librería: Porcupine Books, Ilford, Reino Unido
Condición: Near Fine. Orion2005 First Edition First Printing Bruise at top of spine else Fine Uncorrected Proof. ''Matt is startled to see his own initials - M.L. - on a roadside shrine. he meets Robbo and Tig, who blame Wil Jones, the old man Matt's seen roaming the hills. the confused old man mistakes him for another lost boy. How many. are there? Why does Matt feel haunted. ''. Book. Nº de ref. del artículo: 111605
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