Jennifer Johnston Bücher

What starts as a class trip to the aquarium ends in the depths of the ocean, where the class has to escape from the jaws of a great white shark. Ms. Frizzle teaches the class about different shark species, including the goblin shark, angel shark, and the enormous whale shark. Illustrations.

A lyrical, gritty and poignant story of a boy crossing the line between childhood and adulthood.

A collected edition of three classic novels from the author of TWO MOONS, and one of Ireland's finest writers: 'She has created a world of her own... Of such material is the finest literature made' Derek Mahon, Irish Times schovat popis

In 1920, 18-year old Nancy Gulliver befriends a mysterious stranger and unwittingly becomes involved in the bloody conflict between the English and the Irish. (Nancy Pearl)

"Naming the stars -- Flora's father has been killed in the Battle of El Alamein, one of the many victims of the Second World War. For Flora and her mother, life will never be the same again. Now, it's just Flora - and Nellie, the family's life-long housekeeper - left; to reminisce in old age, and what really happened between Flora and her brother, Eddie, at the end of that long Irish summer. Two moons -- In a house overlooking Dublin Bay, Mimi and her daughter Grace are disturbed by the unexpected arrival of Grace's daughter and her boyfriend. While Grace's visitors focus her attention on an uncertain future, Mimi must begin to set herself to rights with the betrayals and disappointments of the past."--Provided by publisher

'One of Ireland's finest writers' Sunday Tribune

An acute study of a family with a dark secret at its heart.

Set against the backdrop of an Indian summer transitioning into a period of turmoil, this narrative explores a poignant family tragedy. The changing season symbolizes the impending chaos, highlighting the emotional and social upheaval that impacts the characters' lives. As tensions rise, the story delves into the complexities of familial relationships and the challenges posed by external conflicts, making for a compelling exploration of love, loss, and resilience amidst adversity.