Code Name Foxtrot (Paperback)
Language: English
Published by Penguin Random House Children's UK, 2024
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Paperback. Goodnight Mister Tom meets Billy Elliot, with the mystery of Robin Stevens and adventure of the Famous Five - the children's fiction debut from bestselling author, Strictly Come Dancing royalty and household name, Anton Du Beke!Britain, 1940, the world is at war and 10-year-old twins Harry and Rosie are about to have their world turned upside down . . . Evacuated from London to live with their great uncle in the Lancashire coast, the twins immediately miss home - and perhaps most of all, the tearoom where their mum works, and where the twins spend hours watching the professional dancers whirl round the floor.As the vibrancy of London life is replaced with stony silences from their Great Uncle and rainy days in the dark, stormy village of Cotterill Cove, a welcome distraction is the upcoming local Christmas dance show. The twins throw themselves into it, determined to do their bit for the war effort - and score a shot at dancing at the famous Winter Gardens in Blackpool.But when Harry sees strange flashing lights out on the treacherous mudflats one night, he and Rosie soon discover the quiet, remoteness of their new home is hiding some huge secrets . . . and the enemy is a lot closer than they thought.As Harry and Rosie race to uncover the truth, they discover bravery comes in many different forms - and even in the worst of times, the show must go on. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…
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- Title
- Code Name Foxtrot (Paperback)
- Author
- Anton Du Beke
- Publisher
- Penguin Random House Children's UK
- Publication year
- 2024
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0241699150
- ISBN 13
- 9780241699157
- Illustrator
- Paganelli, Elisa
An unmissable, heartwarming adventure full of mystery, friendship, courage and dance – from Sunday Times bestselling author and ballroom star, Anton Du Beke!
With gorgeous illustrations by Elisa Paganelli, Code Name Foxtrot is perfect for fans of Ben Miller, Emma Carroll and Michael Morpurgo.
A MYSTERY TO SOLVE. A SPY TO CATCH. A SHOW TO SAVE.
Maybe by Christmas, the war will be over and we’ll be back with Mum and Dad . . .
London, 1940: the world is at war and 10-year-old twins Harry and Rosie are evacuated to live with their mysterious great uncle on the stormy Lancashire coast.
Missing home, they throw themselves into the local dance show – determined to do their bit and maybe even dance at the famous Blackpool Winter Gardens.
But when Harry sees strange lights out on the rocks one night, he and Rosie realize their new home is hiding some huge secrets. Racing to uncover the truth, the twins learn that bravery comes in many forms and even in the worst of times, the show must go on . . .
‘An exciting adventure with all the speed and style of Anton’s dancing’ Jacqueline Wilson
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About the Author
Anton Du Beke (Author)
Anton Du Beke – the King of Ballroom, Strictly Come Dancing royalty, and household name – is one of this generation's all-round entertainers. A consummate storyteller adept at captivating audiences, his series of adult novels set in the 1930's world of the exclusive Mayfair hotel, The Buckingham, have been Sunday Times bestsellers. Now, working with his long-standing writing collaborator, Anton will take young readers and families on an unforgettable adventure with Code Name Foxtrot, his first novel for children that’s set on the Homefront during World War Two and full of page-turning mystery, gorgeous friendships, great bravery and dance.
Elisa Paganelli (Illustrator)
Elisa Paganelli was born in Modena (Italy) in 1985, and since childhood books have been her best friends. After completing artistic studies she made a career in advertising and has been the founder and owner of a small award-winning design and trade business. She now lives and works in the UK as a full-time freelance Illustrator and Creative Designer, accompanied by her beloved dog.
Elisa finds inspiration in the tranquility of nature and integrates her passion for psychology and holistic approaches into her artistic vision.
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