The Wintertime Paradox

Name: The Wintertime Paradox
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781405950152
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Festive Stories from the World of Doctor Who

Series: Doctor Who

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The Wintertime Paradox by Dave Rudden is a captivating collection of Doctor Who stories that weave together intriguing tales of time travel, heroes, and cosmic mysteries. Set during the festive season, the stories explore different adventures across time and space, capturing the essence of winter and its paradoxes. These narratives blend humour, adventure, and the wonder of the Doctor Who universe, making it an engaging read for children and fans alike.
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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Wintertime Paradox by Dave Rudden is praised for its perfect balance between tender moments, humour, terror, and imagination, reminiscent of the best of the show. It is described as a fascinating tale and is recognised for its remarkable inventiveness and variety, appealing to a broad audience.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405950152

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 October 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: BBC Children's Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 38.0mm

Width: 154.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 560g

Pages: 464

Collections

Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Dave Rudden Penguin Books Young Adult

About the Author

Dave Rudden is a former actor, teacher and time-displaced Viking currently living in Dublin. He is the author of the award-winning Knights of the Borrowed Dark trilogy, and enjoys cats, adventure and being cruel to fictional children.

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