- Published: 1 October 2013
- ISBN: 9780440867302
- Imprint: Yearling
- Format: Paperback
- Pages: 272
- RRP: $21.00
The Penderwicks











- Published: 1 October 2013
- ISBN: 9780440867302
- Imprint: Yearling
- Format: Paperback
- Pages: 272
- RRP: $21.00
A gentle book, with a philosophy of kindness to others and a message that children should confide their troubles to adults, who should always listen
The Sunday Times
Despite a few mishaps, the children become fast friends and partners in the sorts of lively plots and pastoral pastimes we don't read much about these days. Their adventures and near-disasters, innocent crushes, escaped animals, owning-up and growing up (and yes, changes of heart) are satisfying and not-too-sweet
Kirkus Reviews
Birdsall follows in the footsteps of Elizabeth Enright, Edward Eager, and Noel Streatfeild, updating the family story yet keeping all the old-fashioned charm
Booklist
Nicely old-fashioned . . . what makes it so engaging are Birdsall's light humorous style and the varied, vivid characters. Great fun and a cosy, comforting read
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