LESLEY PARR’S new book WHERE THE RIVER TAKES US is a thrilling historical adventure set in a Welsh Valley during the 1970s miners’ strikes. To celebrate the book’s release, Good Reading for Kids caught up with Lesley to talk about her characters, writing and inspiration.
From Lesley Parr, the author of The Valley of Lost Secrets comes a thrilling adventure about the power of friendship, set in a Welsh valley in the 1970s.
Jason lives with his big brother, Richie, trying their best to make ends meet so they can stay together. ...
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