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The Perfect Present Fiona Roberton

The Perfect Present By Fiona Roberton

The Perfect Present by Fiona Roberton


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New RRP £5.99
Condition - Very Good
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Summary

This story about friendship shows that there is always room for friends, old and new.

The Perfect Present Summary

The Perfect Present by Fiona Roberton

The dearly loved duo from Wanted: The Perfect Pet return in a heart-warming tale about never letting good friends go. Henry has the Perfect Pet - a duck called Spot - who thinks he's found the Perfect Present for Henry's Birthday. But when the big day comes, Henry's grandparents arrive with a Perfect Present of their own - a puppy! It is something that could change things between Spot and Henry forever...Reminiscent of Oliver Jeffers, with the same universally appealing style. The book's topic will appeal to all young children who love pets. The Perfect Present was reviewed in The Daily Mail in a feature called 'Brilliant reads to banish boredom': "Roberton manages to convey a touching range of emotion in the expressions..." Praise for The Perfect Pet: "simple but humorous line drawings...a hoot." The Times

The Perfect Present Reviews

Praise for Wanted Perfect Pet:

"simple but humorous line drawings... a hoot."

* Sunday Times *
A sweet story with a reassuring conclusion. * Peters Gazette *
A really lovely story... the illustrations are as wonderful as ever. * Bookbag *
The underlying message of loyalty, novelty and love is one that every child and parent will recognise. * Daily Mail *
Full of simple, expressive illustrations. * Primary Times *
This sequel is just as endearing. Charming illustrations. * Angels & Urchins *
This story of constancy and love has huge resonance. * Books For Keeps *
Roberton has created a perfect picture book: elegant to behold, with a heartening story about feelings common to children, worthwhile themes, and the capacity to sustain plenty of discussion. * School Librarian *

About Fiona Roberton

Fiona Roberton was born in Oxford and studied art and design in London and New York. She has lived and worked all over the world and is currently based in London. Fiona's debut picture book Cuckoo won the International Reading Association's Children's Book Award. She is the creator of the bestselling A Tale of Two Beasts, which has sold over 220,000 copies around the world.

Additional information

GOR006344048
9781444908954
1444908952
The Perfect Present by Fiona Roberton
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Hachette Children's Group
2013-07-04
32
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

Customer Reviews - The Perfect Present