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The Girl with Wings

Illustrated by Tori Stowe and Kobus Geldenhuys
Published by Rock the Boat
Distributed by Simon & Schuster

About The Book

An enchanting middle grade fantasy adventure from South Africa’s most renowned children’s author, Jaco Jacobs.

“A sweet, funny mystery about friendship, family – and feathers!” Holly Webb

Wilson Taylor is desperate to fit in. To not live in a house on wheels, to not have a famous mother and, especially, to not be named after a tennis racket.

Wilson’s family have just moved to a new town, where she meets Ava – a girl who doesn’t fit in at all. There’s only one problem: someone else has discovered Ava’s secret, and they’re determined to make her the star of their show.

When Ava goes missing, it’s up to Wilson and her new friend Errol to find her. Can they pull off a daring rescue mission before it’s too late?

“An enchanting fable, filled with adventure and mystery.” Anthony McGowan

“A magical adventure bursting with humour and excitement!” Emma Beswetherick

About The Author

Jaco Jacobs is the most popular and prolific children's book author in Afrikaans. He has published more than 120 books and nearly a million copies of his books have been sold. Jaco is also a well-known columnist, blogger, freelance journalist and translator. He lives in Bloemfontein, South Africa

About The Illustrators

Afrikaans translator of children's books

Product Details

  • Publisher: Rock the Boat (August 8, 2024)
  • Length: 160 pages
  • ISBN13: 9780861548231
  • Ages: 8 - 12

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Praise for A Good Day for Climbing Trees:

‘An inspiring story, and a really funny one too.’
Spectator (Books of the Year)

'Quirky, charming and very funny, but with a real emotional punch. It is the perfect place to start for someone looking to move on from The Wimpy Kid books.'
Anthony McGowan, author of Dogs of the Deadlands

‘Instantly engaging, funny and robust.'
Amanda Craig, New Statesman

'An enchanting fable, filled with adventure and mystery.’ Anthony McGowan, author of Dogs of the Deadlands

'A charming and enchanting contemporary fable...full of adventure and humour... There is also an underlying subtext of being different, wanting to fit in and the power of friendship.' Outside in World

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