A warm and wise tale about the unique challenges of pre-teen life from a master of the genre. Lucy has lived her entire life in her sister's shadow - Lola is always the centre of attention and constantly in need of new clothes for a party or kit for her dancing, meaning Lucy often goes without. But when a talent show comes to town, an unlikely ally helps Lucy step into the spotlight for once. Will Lucy discover her own star quality? Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+

Author Biography

Jean Ure was born and brought up in the suburbs of London. She wrote her first novel at only 16 years old and has been writing ever since. She had a series of jobs before enrolling to study drama at the Webber-Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art where she would meet her future husband. Jean enjoys writing books for young girls that deal with real issues in a warm and insightful way that allows even the most reluctant reader to engage. She lives outside of London.