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Uma and the Answer to Absolutely Everything

A humorous adventure of curiosity and resilience

Sam Copeland author Sarah Horne illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Penguin Random House Children's UK

Published:21st Jan '21

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This engaging tale follows Uma as she navigates life's challenges after her mother's death, discovering answers and confronting obstacles along the way in Uma and the Answer to Absolutely Everything.

In Uma and the Answer to Absolutely Everything, we meet Uma Gnudersonn, a young girl grappling with the chaos of her life after the loss of her mother. With her home on the brink of being sold and her father silent in his grief, Uma is filled with questions that seem insurmountable. How can she save her home? Will her father ever speak again? And, perhaps most curious of all, how do alpacas get drunk? The weight of these questions hangs heavily over her, leaving her feeling isolated and desperate for answers.

Everything changes for Uma when she discovers an extraordinary artificial intelligence named Athena, who possesses the answer to virtually any question she can think of. This newfound knowledge empowers Uma to tackle her problems head-on, from the trivial to the life-altering. With Athena's help, she embarks on a mission to save her home and restore her father's spirit, all while navigating the challenges posed by a sinister inventor intent on reclaiming Athena for himself.

As Uma's journey unfolds, she learns that not all questions have straightforward answers. The story blends humor and heart, showcasing Uma's resilience and creativity in the face of adversity. Uma and the Answer to Absolutely Everything is a delightful adventure that reminds readers of the importance of curiosity, connection, and the courage to face life's uncertainties.

Fresh and funny . . . truly cheering entertainment -- Nicolette Jones * Sunday Times *
This fast paced adventure is full of warmth and wit * Sunday Express *
I loved Uma - utterly brilliant * Eoin Colfer, author of Artemis Fowl *
This warm-hearted adventure is packed with silliness and madcap antics * S Magazine *

ISBN: 9780241439210

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 21mm

Weight: 245g

352 pages