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Our Australian Girl Series 4 book set 4 new softcover books Grace Letty Rose Poppy
The fourth and final set of 4 books in the series: Grace, Letty, Poppy and Rose
by various well-known Australian authors
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New softcover books. Published 2011, 132 pages in each book. Delightful illustrations by Lucia Masciullo. Reading age: 8 - 11 years.
* A Home for Grace, 1808 by Sofie Laguna
It's 1808 . . .
and poor Glory, the beautiful horse, is ill, and it's all Grace's fault. Her master blames her, and refuses to let her visit Hannah, her best friend. In a desperate attempt to save Glory, Grace hatches a daring plan that will take her deep into the bush. But can she really heal the horse she loves so much? And can she keep it a secret from the master who threatens to send her away? Grace's future in Australia hangs in the balance in this exciting story of courage and love.
Grace's journey concludes in this, the thrilling final book about a brave convict girl who is given a second chance.
* Letty's Christmas, 1841 by Alison Lloyd
It's 1841 . . .
and Letty must leave her job on the sheep-run because drought has brought hard times. Together, she and the Grey family set out over the Blue Mountains. When disaster strikes, Letty needs to be stronger than she could have imagined.... Will Letty ever see Sydney - or Lavinia - again? This captivating tale of love and adventure will have fans of Letty bursting with happiness. A memorable and satisfying end to this charming character's story.
Letty's journey concludes in this, the last of four exciting books about a free-settler girl and her new life in a far-off land.
* Poppy Comes Home, 1864 by Gabrielle Wang
It's 1864 . . .
and Poppy has never been closer to finding her brother, Gus, when the worse thing she could possibly imagine happens... Fisher is kidnapped! Will Poppy be able to find her very best friend in the world? And has the chance to find Gus slipped away forever?
Poppy's story concludes in this, the breathtaking final instalment of four books about a Gold Rush girl who dreams of a better life.
* Rose in Bloom, 1900 by Sherryl Clark
It's 1900 . . .
and even the death of Queen Victoria can't stop the gworing excitement as Melbourne gets ready to celebrate Federation - on Rose's birthday! The Federation celebrations are fast approaching but Rose hardly has time to get excited - so many other marvellous things are happening in her world, including her first real cricket match! But then she has a nasty accident, her best friend disappears and Aunt Alice is thrown in gaol. Can Rose still fight for what's right when everything around her is falling apart?
Rose's journey concludes in this, the exciting final instalment of four books about a Federation girl who's determined to do things her way!
More about the series:
Our Australian Girl is a new series of historical novels for girls published by Puffin Books Australia. Each story in the series is set in a particular era of Australian history - the convict era, colonisation, the goldrush and Federation. All written by highly acclaimed Australian authors, they feature strong plots, colourful and varied characters and genuine, likeable heroines.
The covers of the Our Australian Girl books are designed to appeal to pre-teen girls, with a logo of a locket and charm bracelet, enduring symbols of girlhood. Inside, an array of emotional experiences awaits readers with engaging descriptions of life as it once was and suspenseful plots about things such as family, friendship, betrayal, loneliness, standing up for what's right and surviving in a dangerous world. Our Australian Girl focuses on the fortunes of four likeable young girls: Grace, Letty, Poppy and Rose. Each of their stories begins in a different era and each character has their own series of four books with a distinct voice and personality. It's their stories, their dramas, hopes and dreams that illuminate Australia's past, its rich diversity and the independent spirit that was fundamental to the building of a nation.
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Our Australian Girl Set 4: Grace, Letty, Poppy, Rose - 4 new softcover books
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