The Clockwork Queen
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The Clockwork Queen by Peter Bunzl
Sophie must play the role of the Clockwork Queen in order to free her chess grandmaster father in this page-turning historical adventure, inspired by a true story."This rollercoaster adventure is a thrill ride not to be missed … Full of all the visual drama and rich imagination that have brought [Peter Bunzl] such success" – Lancashire Evening Post
“Imaginative, captivating and heart-warming … Sophie is a character that readers will take into their hearts” – Books for Topics
“An absolute cracker … Intrigue and mystery hang firmly in the air and exciting story-telling ensure a genuine page-turner … A superb piece of historical fiction” – A Word About Books
"Exciting and moves with paceThe language used by Peter Bunzl is accessible but challenging … When the action moves to St. Petersburg there is a brooding atmosphere of wealth and danger" – Just Imagine
“Eighteenth century Russia, Catherine the Great, high-stakes chess and Trojan horse style intrigue combine to create a gripping story you won’t be able to put down” – Scope for the Imagination
Peter Bunzl started his career as an animator and film-maker. He is now best known as the award‑winning and bestselling children’s author of the Cogheart series. Peter’s debut novel, Cogheart, was nominated for several prestigious awards, including the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize, the Branford Boase Award and the Carnegie Medal.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781800900806 |
| ISBN 10 | 1800900805 |
| Title | The Clockwork Queen |
| Author | Peter Bunzl |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers |
| Year published | 2022-06-02 |
| Number of pages | 128 |
| Prizes | Long-listed for Our Best Book 2023 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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