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By (author) Tracey Rhian

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A thrilling mystery adventure based on true historical events, from the author of I, SPY: A BLETCHLEY PARK MYSTERY.

Before the war starts, Ned is resigned to a future working in the family funeral parlour.

A thrilling mystery adventure based on true historical events, from the author of I, SPY: A BLETCHLEY PARK MYSTERY.

Before the war starts, Ned is resigned to a future working in the family funeral parlour. Then the covert operations at Bletchley Park begin and his life is transformed.

Ned and his mother leave Bletchley Park on a vital wartime mission into the remote Welsh countryside. Their task: to protect the priceless artwork that is being stored in a slate mine in the village of Manod. As long as its whereabouts are secret, they”ll keep the national treasures out of the hands of the enemy.

But when it appears that someone in the village is trying to expose the truth, suspicion turns to the newcomers – Ned, his mother, and a young Jewish refugee, Anni. Can Ned, Anni and their friend Harri prove their loyalty to the mission and keep the secret safe?

A gripping wartime story, perfect for fans of Phil Earle, Robin Stevens, Lesley Parr and Hilary McKay.

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Praise for I, Spy: a Bletchley Park mystery

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I, Spy is a superb addition to the WW2 canon. It”s
a highly original, gripping, thought-provoking read in which a vivid cast of brave children – and pigeons – save the day. I absolutely loved it!

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A fabulous read. I loved everything about it. Fascinating setting, characters to root for, and a thrilling mystery.
An absolute cracker of a story, told superbly.

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Heartwarming, exciting, and a story of friendship and comradeship overcoming adversity in war, I, Spy will have you cheering the heroes on right to the last page.

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I loved this spy mystery about Robyn and her friends as they try to uncover the enemy in their midst. Rhian”s wonderful s of Bletchley Park made me feel I was there in one of the most famous settings in WWII Britain.
Readers will be hooked till the end.

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Packed with intrigue, mystery, excitement, a lovable hero dog and some real-life wartime figures, this heartwarming and inspirational story packs a real punch as the children embark on a race to save the nation”s valuable artwork. Add on the dramatic and authentic wartime backdrop, and an old-fashioned, addictive sense of adventure, and you have the perfect history/mystery for young thrill-seekers!

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exciting, Famous Five style novel, which also highlights the first Jewish Suffragette.

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David Dean”s cover and chapter head illustrations give just the right period flavour to the book, and this is an exciting historical story for young secondary readers.

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A gentle story that shines a light on a little-known story from World War II

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The plot is pacey and the dialogue thoroughly convincing […] The book passionately demonstrates the huge significance of art to morale and community.

Biographical note:

Rhian Tracey was born in Swansea and grew up on the Welsh borders. As Rhian Ivory, the author has previously published The Boy Who Drew the Future and Hope. She got her first publishing deal at 26. Rhian teaches several days a week in a SEN department, working with students who have dyslexia, dyspraxia, autism, ADD and other additional learning needs. She also volunteers with Medical Detection Dogs, helping to train puppies who will go on to be assistance dogs. Rhian lives in Northampt