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Thursday, 7 November 2024

Esio Trot


Title: Esio Trot
Author: Roald Dahl
Rating: ★★★☆☆
Ages: 6 - 14

    Back Cover Synopsis:

    Mr Hoppy loves Mrs Silver. Mrs Silver loves Alfie the tortoise. Sometimes Mr Hoppy wishes he could become a tortoise. Until one day he finds a way to win Mrs Silver's heart, with the help of a little magic and some cabbage . . .
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