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The Tail of Emily Windsnap

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Series: Emily Windsnap
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The Tail of Emily Windsnap by Liz Kessler tells the enchanting story of a young girl named Emily who discovers she is half-mermaid. As she navigates her dual identity, Emily embarks on a magical adventure under the sea, uncovering secrets about her past and making new friends. The book is a delightful mix of friendship, mystery, and self-discovery designed to captivate young readers.
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This enchanting tale may captivate you if you love stories about discovery and adventure, with a touch of magic. It's perfect for young readers who dream of exploring underwater worlds and unravelling family secrets. The blend of friendship, mystery, and fantasy offers a delightful escape into a whimsical oceanic journey.

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The Tail of Emily Windsnap

The girl next door has a secret . . . This is the first adventure in the NEW YORK TIMES bestselling series, packed with magic and friendship, now in a new edition with a gorgeous cover look.

The girl next door has a secret ... This is the first adventure in the NEW YORK TIMES bestselling series, packed with magic and friendship, now in a new edition with a gorgeous cover look.

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Emily Windsnap lives on a boat, but her mother has always been oddly anxious to keep her out of the water. It is only when Emily has her first school swimming lesson that she discovers why: as soon as she gets into the water, she grows a tail!

Soon Emily discovers a glorious underwater world of fishes, coral, shipwrecks and mermaids, and, best of all, she finds a best friend! With mermaid Shona Silkfin by her side, Emily uncovers a surprising family secret and embarks on a quest to reunite her mum and dad.

This enchanting fantasy deals with universal themes of family, friendship, love and justice - all handled with the lightness of touch for which Liz Kessler is so well known.

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The Tail of Emily Windsnap by Liz Kessler receives praise for its charm and originality. Reviewers highlight its enchanting and enjoyable fantasy elements, with The Guardian calling it a delightful portrayal of a modern mermaid character, while The Times appreciates it as a refreshing and captivating addition to mermaid folklore.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444015096

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 August 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orion Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Sarah Gibb

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 210g

Pages: 240

About the Author

Liz Kessler studied English at Loughborough University, has worked as a teacher and a journalist and has an MA in Creative Writing from Manchester Metropolitan University. Liz lives in Cornwall.

Find out more at http://www.lizkessler.co.uk, follow her on Twitter @lizkesslerbooks and like her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/lizkesslerchildrensauthor.

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