A Girl Called Joy
By Jenny Valentine
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Synopsis
Ten-year-old Joy Applebloom, always finding silver linings, faces challenges when her family settles in the UK after years abroad. Adjusting to school and her grumpy grandad proves tough, but when a cherished oak tree is threatened, Joy's determination to save it reveals her inner strength and the magic of resilience.
About the author
Jenny Valentine is a British author who loves writing exciting and thoughtful stories for young people. She is well known for her book 'Finding Violet Park', which won a prize for children's literature. Jenny enjoys exploring interesting characters and adventures in her books, making them fun and memorable for readers aged 7 to 12.
Pages
194 pages
Reading age
Junior (8-13)
Published
2021
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