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The Secret of the Swords - Frances Watts Illustrator: Gregory Roberts ISBN13: 9781742377285 Imprint: Allen & Unwin Binding: pbk This title is suitable for ages 7+ (Highly recommended) Tommy, a kitchen girl at Flamant Castle, dreams of becoming a knight - and when she is made the Keeper of the Blades, caring for all the swords in the castle armoury, it seems like her dream might come true. But then Sir Walter's most valuable sword goes missing from the sword room. Will Tommy be able to find it before she is sent back to the kitchen in disgrace? Introducing a feisty new character for girls (and their parents and teachers) who love adventure and want an alternative to 'pink' books.

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