Mr Tiger, Betsy and the Sea Dragon
A captivating tale of adventure and friendship
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published:6th Feb '20
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In this delightful sequel, Mr Tiger and Betsy embark on a thrilling adventure to recover a rare egg and confront a wicked pirate captain.
In Mr Tiger, Betsy and the Sea Dragon, the enchanting duo of Mr Tiger and Betsy K Glory embark on a thrilling second adventure that promises to captivate young readers. As they set sail, a fierce red wind sweeps across the seas, and danger lurks in the form of a wicked pirate captain and his crew. Their quest is not only to enjoy the journey but also to recover a rare egg that has gone missing, much to the dismay of a very unhappy sea dragon. This whimsical tale is beautifully illustrated by Nick Maland, enhancing the rich narrative crafted by bestselling author Sally Gardner.
The story unfolds as Betsy and her mother, Myrtle the mermaid, dive into the depths of the ocean, while Alfonso Glory and Mr Tiger soar above in a hot air balloon. Together, they navigate the challenges posed by the pirate ship, the Kettle Black, anchored in a secret cove near the elusive island left off the map of the world. This adventure is filled with excitement, camaraderie, and a touch of magic, making it a delightful read for children and parents alike.
With its unique blue ink printed in Dyslexie font, Mr Tiger, Betsy and the Sea Dragon is designed to make reading easier and more enjoyable for those with dyslexia. This thoughtful feature, combined with an engaging storyline, ensures that every child can join in on the fun and excitement of this remarkable journey.
Sally Gardner, the enormously creative author of I, Coriander, chucks magic, a quest and scoopfuls of jeopardy into the first bok in her new series. It's also got dyslexia-friendly type, and Nick Maland's illustrations add to the fun' -- Alex O'Connell, The Times, Children's Book of the Week
This enchanting new series is an absolute delight... Striking just the right note of whimsy and magic' -- Fiona Noble, The Bookseller, Editor's Choice
An enchanting story, in which elements of traditional fairy tale verge on the surreal. But Gardner's skill is to contain even her wildest ideas within a meticulous plot -- Emily Bearn, Daily Telegraph, Books of the Year 2018
An idiosyncratic genius * The Times *
This is a warm fantasy story, full of wishes and magic... Children will love the zany twists to this story and the lighthearted language and humour... A charming book with a great sense of fun, and should prove popular with newly confident readers' * Carousel *
A fanciful fable... What's even more fantastic about this dive into the depths of the author's fathomless imagination is that the story is printed in blue ink in Dyslexie, a font designed to make reading easier and more dyslexia-friendly' * Cork Echo *
A gentle tale that satisfactorily combines whimsy and witty ridiculousness' * Children's Books Ireland *
ISBN: 9781788546591
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192 pages