Theresa Breslin

Cuando Nostradamus, temblando y con los ojos enloquecidos, proclama a la corte francesa su profecía de la gran masacre de San Bartolomé, el asesinato en masa de los protestantes calvinistas franceses conocidos por hugonotes,el joven rey Carlos se rie de las palabras del adivino. Su madre, Catalina de Medici, presta mas atencion a los augurios del profeta, ya que cree que es realmente capaz de ver el futuro.Pero las profecias de Nostradamus no son solo para aquellos que gobiernan; tambien tiene un mensaje para Melisande, la hija del juglar del rey, porque el adivino esta seguro de que el destino le vincula a ella. La joven debera tener a buen recaudo un secreto por el que los miembros de la alta nobleza francesa darian cualquier cosa.Una sorprendente y profunda aventura que se desarrolla en los turbulentos años de finales del siglo dieciseis en Francia, una epoca de asesinatos, traiciones, visionarios y luchas de poder.

Scotland 1915 A group of teenagers from two families meet for a picnic but the war across the Channel is soon to tear them away from such youthful pleasures All too soon the horror of what is to become known as The Great War engulfs them their friends and the whole village From the horror of the trenches to the devastating reality seen daily by those nursing the wounded they struggle to survive and nothing will ever be the same again A powerful and engrossing novel about love and war from Carnegie Medal winning author Theresa Breslin

Zarita, only daughter of the town magistrate, lives a life of wealth and privilege. Indulged by her parents, she is free to spend her days as she pleases, enjoying herself in the company of an eligible young nobleman, horse riding, or leisurely studying the arts.

Improve your English, and reading, skills with unabridged contemporary literature. A young man lies bleeding in the street. It's Glasgow in May, the marching season. The Orange Walks have begun. Graham doesn't want to be involved. He just wants to play football with his new mate, Joe. But then he witnesses a shocking moment of violence....A gripping tale about 2 boys who must find their own way forward.

"En la corte de los Reyes Católicos, épocas difíciles y confusas se ciernen sobre una España cada vez más dominada por la Inquisición. Intrigas y traiciones en un siglo en el que hay que convertirse en delator para intentar salvar el propio pellejo. A pesar de las amenazas que se ciernen sobre la mayoría de la gente, Zarita ha sido criada entre algodones, ya que es la hija única de un magistrado importante. Puede recorrer libremente las calles, salir con el hijo de un noble, montar a caballo y hacer lo que le plazca. La realidad de la familia de Saulo no podría ser más distinta: maltratados por las terribles circunstancias, se han visto obligados a convertirse en mendigos. Cuando el padre es colgado por una agresión contra Zarita que no ha cometido, el joven jura venganza, a pesar de ser enviado a la mar como esclavo. En esta era sombría, ciertos sucesos harán que la cómoda vida de la protagonista se vea completamente alterada por la sospecha y la brutalidad. Y aunque Saulo crea que la bella muchacha es su mortal enemiga, quizá sea su única esperanza de supervivencia en medio de tanto desorden, desastre y oscuridad. "

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Italia, 1502. Todo está dominado por las luchas entre las grandes dinastías y ciudades-estado. El papado de los Borgia y la impulsiva política de Cesare lo condicionan todo. En este ambiente, un joven gitano, Matteo, es golpeado tras ser testigo de un crimen del bandido al que acompaña, Sandino, y se arroja a un rio como unica escapatoria. Llevado por las aguas a una muerte segura, el chico es rescatado por un hombre mayor que se identifica como Leonardo Da Vinci, un ingeniero que trabaja para Cesare Borgia en la revision de las fortalezas que estan bajo su poder. Da Vinci porta un salvoconducto que les brinda total movilidad y proteccion alla donde van y pronto Matteo se da cuenta de que con estos hombres puede sentirse a salvo de la persecucion de Sandino. Nadie sabe que el chico porta un secreto por el que las familias Borgia y Medici estan dispuestas a matar y que hara que el grupo se vea envuelto en una intriga donde el asesinato, la venganza y la traicion lo contaminan todo.

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Slithering stoorworms mischievous brownies fierce kelpies and magical selkies are exquisitely brought to life for children in Theresa Breslin s enchanting tales and Kate Leiper s otherwordly illust

Dark dragons, ghostly pipers, rude goblins and sly wizards discover the legends that dwell within the ancient castles of Scotland. Explore secret passages beneath Edinburgh Castle, search for the mysterious monster of Glamis, capture the faery flag of Dunvegan, joust with knights at Stirling Castle and swim with the selkie of Eilean Donan in this sumptuous collection of tales from iconic Scottish castles. Read much-cherished and little-known legends, each illuminating the character and history of its castle, all brilliantly retold and beautifully illustrated to amuse, thrill and enchant. Dark dragons, ghostly pipers, rude goblins and sly wizards discover the legends that dwell within the ancient castles of Scotland.Explore secret passages beneath Edinburgh Castle, search for the mysterious monster of Glamis, capture the faery flag of Dunvegan, joust with knights at Stirling Castle and swim with the selkie of Eilean Donan in this sumptuous collection of tales from iconic Scottish castles. Listen to much-cherished and little-known legends, each illuminating the character and history of its castle. From Carnegie-award-winning childrens author Theresa Breslin, this is a stunning collection to be treasured for a lifetime. A Treasury of Scottish Castle Legends is the second title in The Scottish Treasuries series.

Mysterious selkies, bad-tempered giants, devious fairies and even Loch Nesss most famous resident these are the mythical beasts of Scottish folklore. Alternately humorous, poignant and thrilling, each story is vividly told and each creature brought vividly to life.From Carnegie-award-winning childrens author Theresa Breslin, this is a stunning collection to be treasured for a lifetime.

Longlisted for the Kate Greenaway MedalSlithering stoorworms, mischievious brownies, fierce kelpies and magical selkies -- these are the creatures of Scottish folklore. Carnegie-award-winning childrens author Theresa Breslin has collected the best-loved tales from all over Scotland. Retelling each in its own individual style, she presents funny tales, moving tales and enchanting fairy tales. Soar with the goshawk, dive with selkies and battle with the stoorworm. This is a stunning collection to be treasured for a lifetime.

Zarita, only daughter of the town magistrate, lives a life of wealth and privilege. Indulged by her parents, she is free to spend her days as she pleases, enjoying herself in the company of an eligible young nobleman, horse riding, or leisurely studying the arts.Saulo, son of a family reduced by circumstances to begging, witnesses his father wrongfully arrested and dealt with in the most horrifying way. Hauled off to be a slave at sea and pursued by pirates he encounters the ambitious mariner explorer, Christopher Columbus. Throughout his hardships Saulo is determined to survive - for he has sworn vengeance on the magistrate and his family.As Zaritas life also undergoes harsh changes the formidable and frightening Inquisition arrives in the area, bringing menacing shadows of suspicion with acts of cruel brutality - and ultimately, amid the intrigues of the court of Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand in the splendid Moorish city of Grenada, betrayal and revenge . . .

A gloriously rich and authentic story of the Renaissance, The Medici Seal is perfect for fans of The Da Vinci Code, The Borgias or Netflix hit Medici: Masters of Florence!Romagna, Italy 1502.On the run and fleeing for his life, a young boy - Matteo - is saved from drowning by mysterious men, who turn out to be companions of Leonardo da Vinci. From this moment on, Matteos life is changed forever, and he thrills at working alongside Da Vinci as he carries out his incredible work.But Da Vincis cruel and ruthless employer, Cesare Borgia, seems set to ruin Matteos happines, and as Da Vinci and Matteo travel across Italy on the Borgias business, murder, deceit and revenge follow in their trail. For Matteo carries with him a secret - a life-changing secret that both the Borgia and Medici families would kill to obtain. A secret that must, finally, come to light for all to see . . .

When Nostradamus proclaims to the French court his prophecy of a great massacre, the young King Charles only laughs. His mother, Catherine de Medici, pays more heed - she believes that Nostradamus can truly see the future.But the great soothsayers prophecies are not only for those who rule; he also has a message for Melisande, the minstrels daughter, who he believes is linked with him by Fate. And as the Angel of Death approaches, Nostradamus entrusts to her safekeeping some very special parchments - parchments that the rulers of France would do anything to see . . .

A gripping and powerful story of two boys from rival backgrounds, for fans of The Hate U Give and The Upper World.Glasgow is a divided city. Catholics and Protestants; Celtic and Rangers. Stumble down the wrong street at night, and you might not find your way home again.Joe and Graham should never have become friends, but football brings them together. They dont want to get involved in the conflict and rivalry. They just want to talk, play, live and breathe the beautiful game.But the Orange Walks are beginning - the annual marches that bring the citys tensions to the surface. And Joe and Graham have to decide where their loyalties lie.A powerful, gripping story about friendship, prejudice and tolerance from multi-award-winning author Theresa Breslin.An outstanding writer . . . SuperbIndependent

During the 1930s Depression in Scotland, Kezzie and her young sister Lucy are luckier than most. Following their fathers death, they manage to stay together and live on the little work Kezzie and Grandad are able to find. But life turns sour when Lucy goes missing. Without hesitation, Kezzie sets off alone to find her sister, a difficult journey which takes her over the Atlantic to Canada . . .In the second story, Kezzie and Lucy are reunited with Grandad in Clydebank. The Second World War breaks out, and the family spirit is put to the test. Kezzies strength is needed by so many - she must save an Italian family from the racial hatred they encounter, and rescue her old school friend Peg. As Clydebank is bombed and becomes a burning inferno, will Kezzie be strong enough to turn a tragedy into a triumph?

Saskia Granton is intrigued by an invitation to visit her reclusive great-aunt Alessandra, who lives on the Scottish coast. Its a chance to rediscover her lifelong love of the sea - and to forget, if only for a few weeks, the boring career her parents have mapped out for her.Swept immediately into the rhythm of life in a fishing community, Saskia slowly begins to realize how little she really knows about her roots. Somehow, she needs to understand the past if she is to find the direction she needs for her future - a future that may or may not include her new friend Ben.Just as the sea gives up its bounty, so too her great-aunt must reveal the secrets of the past - the terrible toll of lives lost, and the very personal tragedy that left Alessandra herself so isolated.Only then can Saskia break free . . .

As lady-in-waiting to Mary, Queen of Scots, the beautiful Ginette - known as Jenny - is the young queens closest childhood friend. Growing up in the elegant but ruthless French court, surrounded by enemies and traitors - not least the jealous, manipulative Catherine de Medici, and Marys own scheming half-brother, James - Jenny has always been fiercely loyal to her mistress. But when she overhears a mysterious whispered plot, closely followed by several unexplained deaths at court, she puts her own life in danger and turns spy for Mary.Jenny quickly realises not a soul at court can be trusted, and when she and Mary return to their Scottish homeland for Mary to claim her throne, they face even greater peril. Desperate to protect her friend from those who would slit her throat to steal her crown, while battling her feelings for the charismatic nobleman Duncan Alexander, Jenny becomes embroiled in a dangerous web of secrets, betrayals and lies.

Shortlisted for the Historical Associations Young Quills Award 2018Russia, 1916. Nina Ivanovnas world is in turmoil. Her only hope is to travel to St Petersburg, to escape the past and find a future.Stefan Kolodin is a medical student young and idealistic, he wants change for Russia and its people.Amidst the chaos of a city in revolt, their lives collide. And a stormy relationship develops . . . full of passion and politics.But soon Nina is drawn in to the glamorous, lavish lives of the Russian royal family where she begins to fall under the spell of their mysterious monk, Grigory Rasputin. The ruby-studded dagger he carries beautiful and deadly could save her and Stefan from a cursed life . . . or condemn them to it.An outstanding writer simply superb Independent