The Thing at 52
By Ross Montgomery
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Synopsis
A young girl befriends the lonely Thing at number 52, sharing adventures and forming a deep bond. She introduces him to other Things, bringing joy to their lives. When the Thing must leave, she learns that friendships, though fleeting, leave lasting impressions. This beautifully illustrated tale gently explores themes of friendship, community, and coping with loss.
About the author
Ross Montgomery is a children’s author from the UK who loves dreaming up exciting stories full of adventure and imagination. He is well known for books like 'The Midnight Guardians' and 'The Chime Seekers'. When he’s not writing, Ross enjoys playing the piano and thinking up new ideas for his next magical tale.
Pages
40 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
Published
2024
Community rating
Average score: 4.33
From 3 readers
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