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Eva's football skills make her stand out while playing at break-time at school, so her friends can't understand why she's reluctant to join them in playing for their local team, the Lightmoor Lionesses.Horribly bullied at her last school due to a painful skin condition, Eva is terrified that the same thing will haen again if her new friends find out. Her instinct is to hide away, but can she find the courage to take to the field and play the game she loves?
Über den Autor / die Autorin
Eve Ainsworth is a working class award-winning and Carnegie nominated children’s author who has written for both middle grade and teen readers. She has vast experience working as a public speaker and creative workshop coordinator for schools, libraries and other events both nationally and internationally. She also is an experienced mentor and is very passionate about helping those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Alongside writing, Eve is also a trained Safeguarding Lead working with young people, schools and families. Eve is fiercely proud of her working class roots and her large, loud family. She lives in Crawley with her husband, two young children and crazy pets.
Zusammenfassung
Facing up to fears of bullying, Eva finds the courage to take to the field in this heartwarming tale from acclaimed author Eve Ainsworth.
