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It's Called Dyslexia
'O'Brien Press are to be commended for publishing It’s Called Dyslexia ... The story is strong and will capture the imagination of any child'
Irish Independent Magazine
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Blue Flag: For readers aged 10+
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The mysterious arrival of Bella Blackwell, 'The Bird Woman', to the village of Ballyglen disturbs the peace and quiet of the Murphy household next door. Granny Rose is suspicious of Bella, and Rory doesn't trust her, but ten-year-old Mia falls under the old woman's spell.
Bella tells Mia of a faraway place, a world where dragons and giants and ancient magic still exists, and asks Mia to become her apprentice and learn the old ways.
One dark night Mia disappears and Rory, determined to find his sister, follows her to a world he does not believe in. Riding the 'Shadow Hound', he journeys to a strange land of legendary creatures and terrible dangers.
Bella uses all her powers to prevent the brother and sister finding each other, but Rory begins a brave quest to rescue his sister, break the strange enchantment that Bella has over her and find a way home.
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Chapter One: Stormy Winds
Chapter Two: The Witch Next Door
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Praise for In Deep Dark Wood
'You will have to read this enchanting book. And as you read, you will find yourself falling under the spell of Conlon-McKenna's wonderful writing and vivid imagination.' Dublin Echo
'An absorbing tale of magic and dragons by one of our most popular children's writers.' Sunday independent
'An enchanting story with a magical touch.' Southside People
'Marita Conlon McKennas is rightly famous for her ability to tell a good story and In Deep Dark Wood is no exception.' Children's Books in Ireland
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