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The Desperate Journey

Kathleen Fidler

£6.99

Also available as: eBook

Range: Kelpies Paperback 168 pages 10 illustrations 198 x 130 mm ISBN: 9780863158810 Publication date: 22nd March 2012
Genres: Adventure and Thriller, Historical Theme: Highland Clearances Ideal for ages: 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 Classic Kelpies series

Twins Kirsty and David Murray are forced to leave their crofting home in the north of Scotland, and struggle to cope with life in Glasgow, where the work is hard and dangerous. Then comes a chance for a new adventure on a ship bound for Canada.

Will they survive the treacherous Atlantic crossing, and what will they find in the strange new land.

The Desperate Journey is Kathleen Fidler’s best-known story, a true Scottish classic whose thrilling plot will keep children gripped till the end.

Reviews

'This is a Scottish children's classic... A real must-read.'
Wendy McCusker, Waterstone's Guide to Children's Books

'A stirring tale of adventure, hardship and new beginnings.'
-- Shelf Life, Summer 2002

'What an action-packed tale!'
-- Education Otherwise, June 2002

'Kathleen Fidler's well-paced narrative skilfully conveys the Murray's epic journey and the historical settings are convincingly portrayed. David and Kirsty Murray are spirited and resilient characters who engage the interest and sympathy of the reader.'
-- Treasure Islands: A guide to Scottish fiction for young readers aged 10-14, Summer 2003

Desperate Journey

Author

Kathleen Fidler (1899-1980) was the author of over eighty books for children, many of which were broadcast on BBC Radio Children’s Hour and Schools programmes. The Kathleen Fidler Award helped launch the careers of many talented children’s authors in the1980s and 1990s.

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