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Hector's surprise

Name: Hector's surprise
ISBN: 9780433015628

Grumpy Hector discovers the Fantastic Forest is changing—but what’s causing all the fuss?

magical funny charming lively

Genres

Fantasy Humour

What is Hector's surprise about?

Deep in the Fantastic Forest, Hector the grumpy troll is in for an unexpected surprise. With Gog the big-hearted giant and Binks the tidy house-elf nearby, Hector discovers that life among magical creatures can be full of funny moments and exciting changes. Bright illustrations bring the forest to life as children follow Hector and his friends through a simple, engaging adventure. This lively early reader introduces young children to a charming world of trolls, giants, house-elves and woodland magic.

Pages

16 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

This edition

2009

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