Leeva at Last: Heartwarming and funny, a new illustrated children’s adventure novel from the author of Pax

di Sara Pennypacker (Autore)

Stephanie Wiling (Narratore)

HarperCollinsChildren’sBooks, 2023

A Sunday Times Best Book for Children 2023 A hilarious and heart-warming new adventure from Sara Pennypacker, the best-selling author of Pax, with illustrations by Caldecott Medal-winner Matthew Cordell Leeva Thornblossom loves to learn: her local newspaper teaches her a new word every day, and soap operas show her the many shades of human expression. And when she comes across the announcement that all children are required to go to school, Leeva sees an opportunity to do something that newspapers and television alone can’t provide: the chance to meet people. But Leeva’s parents, the insufferable mayor and selfish tax collector of their small town, don’t want to send her to school, and they certainly don’t want her to meet other people. And so, with the help of the town’s librarian and her son, Leeva sets out to finds answers: what have her parents been hiding from her? With hilarious writing and an unforgettable hero, Leeva at Last is perfect for fans of Matilda, Flora and Ulysses, and A Series of Unfortunate Events. In this latest, humorous tale from Sunday Times bestselling author, Sara Pennypacker, Leeva Thornblossom's journey of education and friendship unfolds. The social and family themes are intricately woven into the narrative, making it a top pick for children's fiction. For fans of Katherine Rundell (The Wolf Wilder), Peter Brown (Creepy Pair of Underwear!), Karen Inglis (Eeek! The Runaway Alien), Jon Klassen (The Three Billy Goats Gruff), and Thiago De Moraes (The Night Bear). HarperCollins Children's 2023

• Autore: Sara Pennypacker
• Narratore: Stephanie Wiling
• Durata in (hh:mm:ss): 05:36:09
• Anno edizione: 2023
• Editore: HarperCollinsChildren’sBooks
• EAN: 9780008606213

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