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The Book of Legends

By Lenny Henry

When Mum vanishes in lightning, twins discover her storybook opens a dangerously mythical world.

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Genres

Fantasy Adventure Humour

What is The Book of Legends about?

Twins Bran and Fran's lives turn upside down when their mum vanishes in a lightning strike, just like their dad did years before. Left with a peculiar guardian and their mum's cherished storybook, they discover it's a portal to a world of mythical legends. Facing evil princes, mud monsters, and Viking armies, the twins embark on a thrilling quest to uncover the truth behind their parents' disappearances, aided by Wilma, the Wizard's Wife, and Zachary, a wisecracking Zebracorn.

About the author

Lenny Henry is a much-loved British comedian, actor, and writer. He is well known for starring in 'The Lenny Henry Show' and for bringing lots of laughter to TV audiences. Lenny also writes exciting stories for children, sharing his imagination and fun with readers everywhere.

Pages

272 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2022

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