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The Stickleback Catchers

By Lisette Auton
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The Stickleback Catchers by Lisette Auton follows a group of adventurous children who uncover hidden secrets in their seaside town. As they embark on a journey filled with unexpected discoveries, they learn important lessons about friendship, courage, and the power of imagination. This enchanting tale is perfect for young readers who enjoy mystery and adventure.
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You might enjoy this imaginative children's book if you're fond of stories featuring adventure, friendship, and a touch of magic. Set by the seaside, it follows a group of children as they embark on a thrilling journey filled with secrets and discoveries. With its enchanting setting and heartfelt moments, it offers a perfect mix of fun and emotion for young readers who love a good mystery.

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A powerful, moving and enchanting story from the acclaimed author of The Secret of Haven Point. Mimi adores her wild, fun, full-of-life gran. Then Gran starts forgetting things. Suddenly there are cracks appearing all around their home - and a mysterious black crow - both of which only Mimi seems able to see. Mimi is determined to solve the mystery. Luckily she has new friends to help- Titch and Nusrat. Together, they're the Stickleback Catchers- solvers of puzzles and seekers of adventure. Down by the river, where the gang meet and the silvery sticklebacks swim, they discover a mysterious stone, speckled with stars. But this is no ordinary stone- it's the doorway to another world, a world of talking crows and secrets, magical constellations and memories - and maybe, just maybe, Mimi's chance to bring back Gran forever...

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The Stickleback Catchers is praised for its nostalgic yet contemporary feel, capturing the essence of an old-fashioned childhood while dealing with present-day issues. It is hailed as a moving and fantastical adventure that helps young readers explore themes of challenge and change. The book is celebrated for its authentic representation of young voices, inclusivity of differently-abled characters, and its magic realism approach to dealing with serious issues like dementia.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241522059

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 February 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 319g

Pages: 400

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Lisette Auton Penguin Books Young Adult

About the Author

Lisette Auton is a northern disabled writer, activist, poet, novelist, spoken-word artist, actor, film and theatre-maker, and creative practitioner. She's an award-winning poet who has performed at Northern Stage, ARC, the Southbank Centre and the Sage, in pubs, in a crypt, at festivals, indoors, outdoors, on a bridge and in a launderette.

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