Books published by publisher Doubleday Children's

The Boy at the Top of the Mountain by John Boyne, the author of The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, is another extraordinary historical fiction about World War II and innocence in the face of evil. When Pierrot becomes an orphan, he must leave his home in Paris for a new life with his aunt Beatrix, a servant in a wealthy Austrian household. But this is no ordinary time, for it is 1935 and the Second World War is fast approaching; and this is no ordinary house, for this is the Berghof, the home of Adolf Hitler. Pierrot is quickly taken under Hitler's wing and thrown into an increasingly dangerous new world: a world of terror, secrets, and betrayal from which he may never be able to escape."With skill and emotional detachment, Boyne tells Pieter’s story through descriptions and dialogue that are concise, spare, and vivid . . . . Pieter’s traumatic childhood, infatuation and interactions with Hitler, adolescent angst, and destructive choices will captivate teens and prompt thought-provoking discussion." ―School Library Journal, starred review"Boyne’s (The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, 2006) story is unarguably a powerful one with an often visceral impact." ―Booklist"A compelling account of the attractions of power, the malleability of youth and the terrible pain of a life filled with regret." ―The Guardian"John Boyne delivers a poignant tale of innocence ruined by Nazism. This is a story full of suspense and heartbreak that will leave readers wanting more. Compare this book to The Boy in the Striped Pajamas." ―School Library Connection

Adam Adlar wakes one morning - his scientist father has been missing for two weeks and Adam prepares himself to spend another day alone. But this will be the most terrifying day of Adam's life.Some strange men are snooping around and before he knows what’s happening his flat is savagely attacked by an enormous monster. Adam knows he has to find his father . . . Z Rex is a living, breathing, man-eating dinosaur who has been brought to life by Adam's dad. He can talk, think – and kill. And, he has no idea why he's here. Zed wants answers, and Adam's dad has them . . . In an daring trip across the world, boy and dinosaur set out to find Mr Adlar. But there are people desperate to stop them and they seem to be going to extreme lengths to do so . . .

Summer holidays are finally here! Fans of Jacqueline Wilson can enjoy every single moment with this bright, fun Holiday Journal from their favourite mega-bestselling author. There's a quiz, a page of pretty stickers, a scrapbook, and space to write a diary throughout the holiday, plus lots and lots more. Illustrated throughout, it's the perfect way to plan your best holiday ever, and to record all your special memories.