When We Got Lost in Dreamland

Name: When We Got Lost in Dreamland
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SKU: 9780008333812
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By Ross Welford

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When We Got Lost in Dreamland by Ross Welford is an enchanting children's adventure about two brothers who discover a magical way to enter each other's dreams. As they explore this dreamland, they encounter both wonders and dangers that test their bond and their understanding of reality. The book weaves together themes of family, imagination, and courage in a captivating narrative.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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The landmark new novel from Ross Welford, one of the fastest-growing and most critically acclaimed middle grade authors in the UK, this funny, moving and brilliant sixth book cements his position as the most exciting storyteller around for readers of 10+.

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The landmark new novel from Ross Welford, one of the fastest-growing and most critically acclaimed middle grade authors in the UK. This funny, moving, and brilliant sixth book cements his position as the most exciting storyteller around for readers of 10+.

When eleven-year-old Malky and his younger brother Seb become the owners of a Dreaminator, they are thrust into worlds beyond their wildest imagination.

From tree-top flights and Spanish galleons, to thrilling battles and sporting greatness – it seems like nothing is out of reach when you can share a dream with someone else.

But… impossible dreams come with incredible risks. When Seb won’t wake up and is taken to hospital in a coma, Malky is forced to leave reality behind and undertake a final, terrifying journey to the Stone Age to wake his brother.

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When We Got Lost in Dreamland by Ross Welford is praised for its pace, excitement, and philosophical depth, effectively combining adventure with emotional and imaginative themes. It is described as a funny, complex, and gripping tale that empathetically explores children's fears through a brilliantly exciting narrative. The book is considered a masterful work by Welford, appealing to both children and adults alike.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008333812

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 September 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 380g

Pages: 416

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Ross Welford Young Adult

About the Author

Ross Welford was a journalist and television producer before becoming a full-time writer. He lives in London with his wife, children, a border collie and several tropical fish.

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