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Pearly and Pig and the Lost City of Mu Savan
Series: Pearly and Pig
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A fast-paced adventure series perfect for readers 8+, from award-winning author Sue Whiting.
Pearly Woe is a worrier.
But there is no room for worries when you are trying to prove yourself. Yet this is little comfort to Adventurologist-in-training, Pearly Woe, as she motors down the mighty Mekong River on another adventure. Pearly, Pig, and the entire Woe family are destined for the kingdom of Anachak, where they plan to search for the lost city of Mu Savan.
A jungle adventure! What could go wrong?
Everything. Of course!
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Pearly and Pig and the Lost City of Mu Savan
A fast-paced adventure series perfect for readers 8+, from award-winning author Sue Whiting. Pearly Woe is a worrier. But there is no room for worries when you are trying to prove yourself. Yet this is little comfort to Adventurologist-in-training, Pearly Woe, as she motors down the mighty Mekong River on another adventure. Pearly, Pig, and the entire Woe family are...Paperback$1799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks
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Pearly and Pig and the Lost City of Mu Savan is praised for its engaging story about overcoming self-doubt, trusting instincts, and valuing family, resonating well with readers aged 8 to 12. It brings beloved characters back and provides reassurance about life's constants amid potential changes, with a narrative hinting at Indiana Jones-like adventure, featuring an intriguing mix of characters that adds to its cohesiveness and appeal.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781760655457
Publisher: Walker Books Australia
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 08 March 2023
Country: Australia
Imprint: Walker Books Australia
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Rebecca Crane
- Illustrated by Rebecca Crane
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 199.0mm
Weight: 174g
Pages: 224
About the Author
Sue Whiting is an award-winning children’s and YA author and editor who has worked in publishing for 20+ years. Sue was senior commissioning editor and publishing manager for Walker Books Australia for many years before leaving in 2016 to concentrate on her writing. As a storyteller and schools’ performer, Sue has informed, inspired and entertained thousands of kids across the country. She is also a freelance children’s book editor and writing coach, and the author of numerous books, including the bestselling Missing, the acclaimed The Book of Chance and a number of CBCA Notable Books. Sue’s latest books are Pearly and Pig and the Great Hairy Beast, the first in a new junior fiction series, and the narrative nonfiction picture book The Echidna Near my Place, illustrated by Cate James.
Rebecca Crane studied Illustration at Edinburgh University and has an MA in Character Animation. She was author and illustrator of Barkley, and has illustrated many books including My Very Own Space written by Pippa Goodhart. She now lives in London.
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