Books with title Poggle and the Birthday Present

The Birthday Present by Barbara Vine - a gripping, psychological thriller packed with menaceIntensely imagined, fearful and satisfying' Sunday TimesTory MP Ivor Tesham has unconventional tastes. And in bored housewife Hebe Furnal he finds someone to share and enact his sexual fantasies. However, one day it all goes terribly wrong. Ivor plans a special liaison for Hebe's birthday - a daring sexual adventure. But dangerous games have unforeseen costs and consequences. And when there is an accidental death, scandal and ruin cannot be far behind . . . How long can a secret stay a secret? How long will friends protect a reputation? And how long before guilt catches up with you?'The pre-eminent genius of the psychological thriller' Herald'Gripping, compelling' Mail on Sunday'Vintage Vine' Literary ReviewIf you like P.D. James, Ian Rankin and Scott Turow, you will love The Bithday Present by Barbara Vine.Barbara Vine is the pen-name of Ruth Rendell. She has written fifteen novels using this pseudonym, including A Fatal Inversion and King Solomon's Carpet which both won the Crime Writers' Association Gold Dagger Award. Her other books include: A Dark Adapted Eye; The House of Stairs; Gallowglass; Asta's Book; No Night Is Too Long; In the Time of His Prosperity; The Brimstone Wedding; The Chimney Sweeper's Boy; Grasshopper; The Blood Doctor; The Minotaur; The Birthday Present and The Child's Child.

Tom and Ricky are two fourteen-year-old boys. Together with their friends, and their dog Patches, they set out to solve mysteries in their small home town. In this book, The Birthday Present, Tom gets a brand new Go-Player from Uncle Jack. He thinks it's strange because he doesn't have an Uncle Jack.Tom and Ricky are two fourteen-year-old boys. Together with their friends, and their dog Patches, they set out to solve mysteries in their small home town. Each book in this easy-reading series is written using the 300 most common words in the English language, which consist of 80% of the words used in everyday speech. Each of the five mystery stories are meant to subtly reinforce common vocabulary through single plot stories that feature natural dialogue. They are ideal for use as reading practice for ages 9 and up.

Poggle is a most enchantingly funny dragon who lives in a small blue hut overlooking the sea. It's snug and cozy and full of his favorite things. Today, Poggle and his friend, Henry, are searching for the perfect birthday present. But what they find isn't quite what they were expecting. A gorgeous picture book written with delightful humor and truly memorable characters, Poggle is perfect for toddlers with his well-observed, child-friendly adventure bursting from the seams of this story. Exploring a warm and comical friendship, not to mention exploring a warm and sandy beach, this story bounces its way to an exciting discovery. Drawn with a soft graphite line and lightly-brushed cover wash, Poggle is sure to have a wide appeal across the picture book audience.

Princess Poppy is a very naughty little princess indeed! Will she be good because it's her birthday or will she be up to her usual naughty tricks? Find out in this fun filled picture story book for young readers.The perfect book to read and enjoy with your own naughty little Princesses!A fun and colourful picture story book for younger readers.From the Best Selling Author of the modern fairytale 'Zelda and the Crystal Slippers' R W Mitchell.Also available: Princess Poppy The Naughty Little Princess Book 1

Molly Dean's birthday is coming soon, and as a young farm girl living with her brother, sisters, and mother, she can hardly wait for her special day to come. However, her mother being the headstrong, practical one discourages her from expecting a party and tells her not to chase after rainbows and butterflies. Still, nothing can quell the young girl's daydreams the closer her birthday comes. One thing that Molly Dean didn't expect was her daydreaming and eager attempts to impress her peers at school land her into trouble. On that fateful day adorned in a paper crown, she dreads what her mother might think upon her return home. Much to both of their surprise, they recieve a special gift just for them that might not have been expected, but made her birthday much more special.The Birthday Present is based off of a true story in author Dorothy Harmon's life growing up, making for an even more special story.