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The Turners
Series: The Turners
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Leo Lennox has an epic problem: it's his thirteenth birthday and he has just grown a tail. You'd think that growing a tail in the middle of the school library would be the worst thing that could happen to you, but Leo is about to discover that things can always get worse - and a whole lot weirder. Now, as he discovers an unthinkable family secret, Leo must team up with his infuriating older sister to escape snake-skinned henchmen, ancient shape-shifters and a whispering villain determined to feed him to a pack of genetically engineered killer pigs - all while trying to control his new shape-shifting powers. The first instalment of a trilogy from the funniest new Australian kids' author in years.
Series: The Turners
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Camp Freakout
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Fully Doomed
Leo Lennox is in big trouble. Actually, every Turner on the planet is in big trouble: a deranged scientist is threatening to expose their secret world and destroy them all. With help from a pair of guerrilla gorillas (and their incredible inventions), his nerdy friend Ernie, and his annoying-but-sort-of-all-right older sister Abbie, Leo must criss-cross the world to stop the...PaperbackSold Out -
The Turners
Leo Lennox has an epic problem: it's his thirteenth birthday and he has just grown a tail. You'd think that growing a tail in the middle of the school library would be the worst thing that could happen to you, but Leo is about to discover that things can always get worse - and a whole lot weirder. Now, as...PaperbackSold Out
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The Turners by Mick Elliott is praised for its humour and adventure, making it hard to put down. Reviewers highlight the engaging plot and witty dialogue that appeal to tweens, while also commending the originality and comedic elements woven throughout the book. The narrative's fun twists and relatable sibling banter enhance its appeal, promising an entertaining read for young audiences.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9780734416629
Publisher: Hachette Australia
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 26 April 2016
Country: Australia
Imprint: Lothian Children's Books
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 198.0mm
Height: 128.0mm
Weight: 260g
Pages: 256
About the Author
Mick Elliott is a children's television producer, scriptwriter and animator. Since 2001 he has worked at Nickelodeon Australia, overseeing award-winning series for kids of all ages. His credits as producer include CAMP ORANGE, PLAY ALONG WITH OLLIE, SLIMEFEST and hundreds of advertising campaigns. His work at Nickelodeon has won more than twenty international awards, while his animated short films have screened at over sixty festivals worldwide. Mick lives in Sydney with his wife, two kids and a garden full of lizards. www.mickelliott.me
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