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Apr 21, 2025 4:48 PM

Author:Cathy Cassidy

Scarlett

Scarlett by Cathy Cassidy is an lovely, addictive page-turner for girls aged 9+

I'll be different, I won't break the rules . . . I promise'

Scarlett has got herself in trouble so often, her Mum no longer believes her promises. Sent off to stay with Dad, the message is behave or else!

Can Scarlett mend her ways, or will she die of boredom? Perhaps gorgeous and mysterious local boy Kian can supply some of the answers . . .

'Touching, tender and unforgettable' - Guardian

'Cassidy's characters have real heart' - Sunday Telegraph

'Cathy Cassidy . . . is way better than Jacqueline Wilson' - Courtney, aged 10

***www.cathycassidy.com***

Reviews

The emotional landscape is immediately familiar, the subject is popular and contemporary, and the writing is energetic, vivid and accessible

—— Jill Murphy , The Bookbag

Johnson cleverly exploits contemporary themes of reality TV and "celebrity" obsession, whilst sensitively exposing, en route, the many emotions facing young children today

—— Laura Ciftci , The School Librarian

Another great, humorous book from critically acclaimed Pete Johnson . . . an exciting story perfect for boys and girls aged eleven and over

—— Literacy Time

Full of surprises so you don't really know where it is heading, but can't wait to find out

—— Primary Times

A book written with a pleasing directness and a sureness which carry it along, buoyed up by a strong imagination which persuades and then takes you where you least expect to go. A definite winner

—— Phil Hewitt , Chichester Observer

Jacqueline Wilson's' latest story is a winning combination of realistic characters, entertaining drama and moving encounters. Candyfloss effortlessly draws its young readers into its pages from the beginning

—— John McLay , Amazon.com

Children will laugh and learn throughout Candyfloss, yet another fun book from the ever-popular Jacqueline Wilson

—— Preston Citizen

More emotionally charged and gripping writing from the award-winning Children's Laureate

—— Hull Daily Mail

Jacqueline Wilson captures exactly the intricate rituals of childhood

—— Daily Echo

Expect drama, crises, gripping plot and realistic narrative

—— Birmingham Post
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