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The Train to Impossible Places

By P.G. Bell
Series: Train to Impossible Places Adventures
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The Train to Impossible Places by P.G. Bell follows the story of Suzy, a young girl who discovers a magical train delivering mail across strange, fantastical realms. As she embarks on an unexpected journey, Suzy encounters eccentric characters and thrilling adventures, challenging her understanding of what's possible. It's a tale of curiosity, wonder, and the power of imagination, perfect for young readers.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a vivid imagination and love adventures filled with magic and mystery. It's a delightful ride through a fantastical world with quirky characters and unexpected twists, perfect for young readers who are captivated by tales of wonder and excitement.

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Suzy is surprised to find a grumpy troll building a railway through her house - especially when a gigantic steam train crashes into her hallway! This is the Impossible Postal Express, the trusty delivery service of the Union of Impossible Places, and Suzy becomes its newest recruit. And with her cursed first package, an Impossible adventure begins.

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All aboard for the first journey in the bestselling The Train to Impossible Places Adventures, with magic at every stop.

Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize, the Branford Boase Award, and the IBW Book Awards, with dazzling illustrations from Flavia Sorrentino, join Suzy on this magical adventure, where the journey will never, ever take you where you expect it to.

When Suzy hears a strange noise in the middle of the night, she creeps downstairs to find a train roaring through her house. But this is no ordinary train. This is the magical delivery express for The Union of Impossible Places.

Whisked onboard by a troll-boy, Suzy's world is turned upside down when she's asked to deliver a cursed package to a fearsome sorceress. And when the mysterious package begs not to be delivered, Suzy discovers the fate of the Impossible Places might just be in her hands...

"Great fun!" Philip Reeve, author of Mortal Engines

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  • The Train to Impossible Places
    All aboard for the first journey in the bestselling The Train to Impossible Places Adventures, with magic at every stop. Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize, the Branford Boase Award, and the IBW Book Awards, with dazzling illustrations from Flavia Sorrentino, join Suzy on this magical adventure, where the journey will never, ever take you where you expect it...
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  • The Great Brain Robbery
    All aboard for the rip-roaring second journey in the bestselling Train to Impossible Places Adventures, with magic at every stop. From the award-winning P.G. Bell, with dazzling illustrations from Flavia Sorrentino, join Suzy on this magical adventure, where the journey will never, ever take you where you expect it to. Suzy can't believe her luck when a secret invitation magically...
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  • The Great Brain Robbery
    All aboard for the rip-roaring second journey in the bestselling Train to Impossible Places Adventures, with magic at every stop. From the award-winning P.G. Bell, with dazzling illustrations from Flavia Sorrentino, join Suzy on this magical adventure, where the journey will never, ever take you where you expect it to. Suzy can't believe her luck when a secret invitation magically...
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  • Delivery to the Lost City
    All aboard for a magical journey... All aboard for the rip-roaring final book in the bestselling Train to Impossible Places Adventures, with magic at every stop. From the award-winning P.G. Bell, with dazzling illustrations from Flavia Sorrentino, join Suzy on this magical adventure, where the journey will never, ever take you where you expect it to. When the Impossible Postal...
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The Train to Impossible Places is praised for its unforgettable journey and rollicking entertainment, combining elements reminiscent of Douglas Adams and Terry Pratchett. It is described as a harum-scarum fantasy adventure filled with quirky action and inventive storytelling. The book's quality writing engages both children and adults with its amusing tale of trolls, trains, and playful physics.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781474957410

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 February 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Flavia Sorrentino

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 145.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 310g

Pages: 384

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About the Author

P.G. Bell is a native of south Wales, where he was raised on a diet of Greek mythology, ghost stories, and Doctor Who. He's had all sorts of jobs over the years, from lifeguard to roller coaster operator, but has always wanted to write stories. He lives in Wales with his wife Anna, and their two children.

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