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Life has not been kind to orphaned Jane Eyre. Treated harshly by her Aunt Reed and bullied by her spoiled cousins, Jane is glad to be sent to Lowood School to receive an education. Finally, she can be free of her uncaring family and learn how to make her own way in the world. Years of studying pass, until finally, Jane takes on her first job as a governess to a young girl in the remote Thornfield Hall. Jane tries to convince herself that the strange noises she hears in the night are just the creakings of an old house ... but soon a deeper mystery begins to unfold, and long hidden family secrets will soon be revealed. Jane Eyre is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills.Reading age: 10-11 years

England, 1605. Twelve-year-old Tom must save his father fromhanging. He falls in with a mysterious stranger, the Falcon, whopromises to help - but can he be trusted? Soon, Tom facesa terrible mission: secure his father's release and stop theassassination of the king ...

Britain is on the brink of invasion. George is sent to the countrysidewhile his brother and guardian, Charlie, trains to be a pilot. But the war is closer than he thinks. Nearby, an ancient burialground hides a treasure Hitler is desperate to possess. Georgemust find and protect it before it's too late ...

A fantastic Tudor adventure from Historical Association Young Quills Award-winning author Ally Sherrick. 'A compulsive read ... I love Ally's writing, she really has a way of making history come alive!' CELIA REES 'Having read Ally Sherrick’s previous work, the author can’t put a foot wrong in my opinion, and this Tudor tale is her best yet.' BARBARA HENDERSON 'The Queen's Fool is a gripping, page-turning adventure' LANCASHIRE EVENING POST Cat Sparrow is on the road. She's following her sister, Meg, who was torn from their convent home and sent to London. But Cat isn't like other people – she thinks differently – and for a girl like her the world holds many perils. Luckily she befriends a young actor, Jacques, and together they follow Meg's trail to a wondrous place called the Field of Cloth of Gold. But here, they discover that the kingdoms of England and France are both in terrible danger ... Ally Sherrick weaves fact and fiction together to create a rip-roaring historical adventure set in the court of Henry VIII Told with real heart and warmth, THE QUEEN'S FOOL explores historical attitudes towards people with learning disabilities, the importance of sisterly bonds, and using your talents to forge your own destiny. Perfect for fans of Emma Carroll and Hilary McKay Brilliant for KS2 readers - and teachers! - studying the Tudors at school

A rip-roaring Roman mystery from Historical Association Young Quills Award-winning author Ally Sherrick. PRAISE FOR BLACK POWDER - WINNER OF THE HISTORIAL ASSOCIATION YOUNG QUILLS AWARD: ' ... a wonderfully explosive adventure set in the turbulent year of the gunpowder plot in Black Powder with impossibly divided loyalties.' JULIA GOLDING, AUTHOR OF THE DIAMOND OF DRURY LANE 'With its constant reversals and twists and turns, Tom's story is almost as complex as the pliot and counter-plot of the Gunpowder Treason itself ... The writing is lively and the pace never flags.' HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETY Vita longs to write the plays that she steals off to watch - but as the daughter of a high-born Roman, her only future is marriage. When her father is murdered, everything changes. She escapes with her life - only to end up a slave, sharing a cell with a fierce gladiator, Brea, and her wolf. But when Vita and Brea discover they have a common enemy, they know they must stand together for truth and justice ... A rip-roaring adventure set in Roman London from the rising queen of middle-grade historical fiction, Ally Sherrick Vita, nicknamed 'Little Owl' by her father, is an unlikely hero – but when her father is murdered she has to uncover the truth, even if it means finding unlikely friends Themes of deceit, storytelling and fighting justice

A rip-roaring historical adventure from bestselling author Ally Sherrick. England, 1645. Merriweather Pryce is the daughter of a nobleman fighting for King Charles I in a war that divides the country. When her family home is besieged by Cromwell’s army, Merri sets out to get help. But in a land filled with enemy soldiers, turncoats and spies, who can she really trust? Another beautifully written life-and-death quest, packed with history and adventure from bestselling author of Black Powder. Set during the English Civil War before the pivotal Battle of Naseby. Explores themes of family, loyalty, friendship and courage. Think Rosemary Sutcliff, Geoffrey Trease and Leon Garfield made modern. PRAISE FOR BLACK POWDER: ‘This historical tale is steeped in intrigue, mystery and danger.’ BOOKTRUST Winner of the Historical Association Young Quills Award for Historical Fiction 2017