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Sequins and Secrets

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In Sequins and Secrets, readers follow the exciting journey of a group of young dressmakers with dreams of fulfilling their aspirations in the fashion world. The story blends creativity, friendship, and a dash of mystery as they navigate challenges in both their personal lives and their burgeoning careers. It's an inspiring tale set against the backdrop of vibrant designs and the quest for self-expression.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you love stories filled with adventure, friendship, and the vibrant fashion world. Set in a historical backdrop, it combines mystery with glamorous details, making it a delight for young readers fascinated by creativity and the allure of early 20th-century fashion.

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Welcome to The House of Serendipity, where friendships are fashioned and destinies designed amongst the ballgowns, tiaras and trifles. A gorgeously glamorous series filled with 1920s period detail, perfect for fans of Katherine Woodfine and Robin Stevens.

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Scandalous secrets meet riotous hilarity in this glorious 1920s-set romp starring a young dressmaking duo, perfect for readers aged nine to twelve.

The Guardian describes it as, "Fun, glamorous, and absolutely brimming with charm." Catherine Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper's Island, and Hilary McKay, author of The Skylarks' War, praised it as "A 1920s fairy tale, Cinderella with a lot of luck and a touch of Nancy Mitford."

Welcome to The House of Serendipity, where friendships are fashioned and destinies designed amongst the ballgowns, tiaras, and trifles! Introducing a gorgeously glamorous new series, perfect for fans of Katherine Woodfine and Robin Stevens.

Meet Myrtle Mathers and Sylvia Cartwright: two girls from different worlds bonded by a passion for fashion! They know that the perfect outfit can make dreams come true, and their dazzling designs are the talk of 1920s London...

So when Agapantha Portland-Prince wants to escape her glamorous debutante ball for a life of adventure, it's their magical talents she needs. But can the girls make all their secret dreams a reality, or will this be the most stylish scandal of the century?

Discover the divine designs that make dreams come true with full-page fashion illustrations.

Series: The House of Serendipity

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Sequins and Secrets by Lucy Ivison is praised for its charming blend of fashion and friendship set against the backdrop of 1920s debutantes. Reviews highlight its glamour, charm, and humour, making it an enjoyable read for children aged nine to twelve. The book is described as a delightful romp filled with scandalous secrets and the joy of forging friendships.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781474982092

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 June 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Catharine Collingridge
  • Designed by Helen Crawford White

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 288

About the Author

Lucy Ivison co-wrote YA novels Lobsters, Never Evers and Freshers while working as the librarian at a central London girls' school. The House of Serendipity is her first series as a solo author and for younger readers, putting her experience with tween girls to good use by focusing on what she knows they love: fashion, adventure and friendship.

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