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Errand Lass

By Theresa Tomlinson

Adjectives

inspirational historical empowering

Genres

Historical Fiction Adventure

Synopsis

Maddy, a young girl struggling with dyslexia and facing bullying at school, finds herself mysteriously transported back to Victorian Sheffield. There, she becomes an errand lass for the Buffer Girls, women who polish cutlery in the bustling steelworks. Immersed in the harsh yet vibrant world of the 19th-century cutlery trade, Maddy gains resilience and confidence. Upon returning to her own time, she applies the strength she learned to confront her challenges and stand up to her bullies.

About the author

Theresa Tomlinson is a British author who loves writing exciting adventure stories and historical tales for young readers. She is well known for her books ‘The Flither Pickers’ and the ‘Wolf Girl’ series. Theresa enjoys exploring the past through her stories, bringing history to life with brave characters and thrilling journeys.

Pages

96 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2003

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