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The Girl With Her Head In The Clouds

Name: The Girl With Her Head In The Clouds
ISBN: 9781781129456

By Karen McCombie

Adjectives

thrilling inspirational historical adventurous

Genres

Historical Fiction Biography Adventure

Synopsis

In 1904, sixteen-year-old Dolly Shepherd seizes the chance to ascend in a hot-air balloon, only to discover she must descend by parachute. This daring leap marks the beginning of her thrilling career as an aeronaut, filled with perilous adventures and narrow escapes.

About the author

Karen McCombie is a popular author from Scotland who has written over 90 books for children. She is best known for her fun and heartfelt stories like the 'Ally's World' series. Karen loves cats, chocolate, and creating characters that readers can relate to. Her books are enjoyed by children all around the world.

Pages

104 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2021

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