Mabel Jones and the Forbidden City

Name: Mabel Jones and the Forbidden City
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780141355320
Price: 21.0 NZD
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By Will Mabbitt

Series: Mabel Jones

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Summary

In Mabel Jones and the Forbidden City, Mabel embarks on a thrilling adventure in search of her baby sister, who has been kidnapped. She finds herself in a strange world filled with bizarre creatures and peril at every turn. With bravery and wit, Mabel must navigate this treacherous landscape and attempt a daring rescue.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of whimsical adventures filled with humour and heart. It will captivate young readers with its imaginative world, quirky characters, and a plot full of unexpected twists. Suitable for those who love tales of bravery and cleverness, it promises an entertaining escape into a land brimming with mystery and fun.

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Mabel Jones is ready for her second unlikely adventure - another hilarious story by Will Mabbitt, illustrated by Ross Collins. What would you do if hungry vines emerged from your wardrobe and stole your baby sister? Between Mabel and her goal is a dangerous jungle, filled with deadly monsters and poisoned jelly babies.

What would you do if magic vines emerged from your wardrobe to steal your baby sister?*

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Mabel Jones and the Forbidden City is ready for her second unlikely adventure - another hilarious story by Will Mabbitt, illustrated by Ross Collins.

What would you do if hungry vines emerged from your wardrobe and stole your baby sister?

If you're Mabel Jones and afraid of nothing, you'd follow!

Between Mabel and her goal is a dangerous jungle, filled with deadly monsters and poisoned jelly babies.

Can she defeat the Witch Queen and rescue her sister, or is this the last we'll see of Mabel Jones?

Series: Mabel Jones

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Mabel Jones and the Forbidden City

Mabel Jones and the Forbidden City is ready for her second unlikely adventure - another hilarious story by Will Mabbitt, illustrated by Ross Collins. What would you do if hungry vines emerged from your wardrobe and stole your baby sister? If you're Mabel Jones and afraid of nothing, you'd follow! Between Mabel and her goal is a dangerous jungle, filled...

By Will Mabbitt

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Will Mabbitt's book is praised for its irreverent humour and imaginative storytelling, enhanced by Ross Collins' vibrant illustrations. It's described as delightfully chaotic and comically adventurous, reminiscent of The Mighty Boosh and Lemony Snicket, yet with a unique voice. Aimed at younger middle-grade readers, it combines wit and zaniness that entertains while sweeping readers into a piratical frenzy.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141355320

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 February 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 257g

Pages: 320

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Penguin Books Series: Mabel Jones Will Mabbitt Young Adult Young Adult Mystery & Thriller

About the Author

Will Mabbitt likes to write. He writes on the train, in the corner of cafes, and sometimes, when his laptop runs out of power, he writes in his head. Will has a background in children's media, producing digital content for Disney, Nickelodeon and Cartoon Network. He lives with his family, cats and a woodlouse infestation in Lewes on the south coast of England.

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