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The Last Firefox

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In The Last Firefox by Lee Newbery, a shy and anxious boy named Charlie lives an ordinary life until he is tasked with protecting Cadno, the last firefox. This adventure unfolds as Charlie and his friends navigate challenges and discover bravery, compassion, and friendship along the way. The story brings to life a heartwarming journey in a charming magical world.
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The Last Firefox

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A heartwarming story about family, friendship and finding your inner fire.

Between bullies at school and changes at home, Charlie Challinor finds life a bit scary. And when he's made guardian of a furry fox cub called Cadno, things get a whole lot scarier.

Because Cadno isn't just any fox—he's a firefox—the only one of his kind—and a sinister hunter from another world is on his trail.

Swept up into an unexpected adventure to protect his flammable friend, Charlie's going to need to find the bravery he never thought he had, if he's going to save The Last Firefox.

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The Last Firefox is praised for its magical and engaging adventure aimed at children aged eight and above. Reviewers highlight its charming debut, with a delightful mix of humour and adventure, and an intricately depicted Welsh setting that adds depth to the narrative.

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ISBN: 9780241493533

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 March 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Laura Catalán
  • Illustrated by Laura Catalán

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 245g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

Lee Newbery lives with his son and dog in a seaside town in West Wales. By day he works for an arts charity, helping people to share their stories through creative writing, painting and participatory arts, and by night he sits down at his laptop to write. Lee enjoys adventuring, drinking ridiculous amounts of tea, and giving his dog a good cuddle - or a cwtch, as they say in Wales. His first book, The Last Firefox, was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize.

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