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The Robe of Skulls - (Tales from the Five Kingdoms (Quality)) by Vivian French (Paperback)

The Robe of Skulls - (Tales from the Five Kingdoms (Quality)) by  Vivian French (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>High above the village of Fracture, trouble is brewing. The sorceress Lady Lamorna wants a skull-studded gown of deep black velvet, and she will stop at nothing to get what she wants. Illustrations.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>A romp filled with language play and just plain nonsense. . . . Everyone gets his, her, or its due; goodness is rewarded; and evil punished oh-so-wickedly.- <i>The Horn Book</i></b> <p/>High above the mountain village of Fracture, trouble is brewing. The sorceress Lady Lamorna wants a skull-studded gown of deep black velvet, but her treasure chest is empty of gold. That doesn't stop her, however, from kidnapping, blackmailing, and using more than a little magic to get what she needs. Will her plans be foiled by the heroic Gracie Gillypot, two chatty bats, a gallant (if scruffy) prince, the wickedest stepsister ever, a troll with a grudge, and some very ancient crones?<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"Ttwenty-four-carat gold. I forgot reading could be this much fun." -- Philip Ardagh, author of the Eddie Dickens trilogy -- Philip Ardagh<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Vivian French's writing career began in 1990 after many years of acting and storytelling. She writes across genres and age groups and has published dozens of acclaimed books for children, including A PRESENT FOR MOM; GROWING FROGS; I LOVE YOU, GRANDPA; T. REX; and THE STORY OF CHRISTMAS. She lives in Scotland.

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