Penguin Random House South Africa

Categories: Children, Children 9-12 Years, Children's Fiction, International Fiction
ISBN: 9780241699157
Published: October 2024
Imprint: Puffin
Page Extent: 320
Format: Paperback
RRP 215.00

Code Name Foxtrot

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About the book

An unmissable, heartwarming adventure full of mystery, friendship, courage and dance - from Sunday Times bestselling author and ballroom star, Anton Du Beke!

With gorgeous illustrations by Elisa Paganelli, Code Name Foxtrot is perfect for fans of Ben Miller, Emma Carroll and Michael Morpurgo.


A MYSTERY TO SOLVE. A SPY TO CATCH. A SHOW TO SAVE.

Maybe by Christmas, the war will be over and we'll be back with Mum and Dad . . .

London, 1940: the world is at war and 10-year-old twins Harry and Rosie are evacuated to live with their mysterious great uncle on the stormy Lancashire coast.

Missing home, they throw themselves into the local dance show - determined to do their bit and maybe even dance...

About the Author

Anton Du Beke

Anton Du Beke

Anton Du Beke – the King of Ballroom, Strictly Come Dancing royalty, and household name – is one of this generation's all-round entertainers. A consummate storyteller adept at captivating audiences, his series of adult novels set in the 1930's world of the exclusive Mayfair hotel, The Buckingham, have been Sunday Times bestsellers. Now, working with his long-standing writing collaborator, Anton will take young readers and families on an unforgettable adventure with Code Name Foxtrot, his first novel for children that’s set on the Homefront during World War Two and full of page-turning mystery, gorgeous friendships, great bravery and dance.

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Elisa Paganelli

Elisa Paganelli

Elisa Paganelli was born in Modena (Italy) in 1985, and since childhood books have been her best friends. After completing artistic studies she made a career in advertising and has been the founder and owner of a small award-winning design and trade business. She now lives and works in the UK as a full-time freelance Illustrator and Creative Designer, accompanied by her beloved dog.
Elisa finds inspiration in the tranquility of nature and integrates her passion for psychology and holistic approaches into her artistic vision.

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