Historial House Mary Ann and Miss Mozart

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1764: Mary Ann’s greatest wish is to become an opera singer, so she’s thrilled when she gets the chance to see child prodigy Mozart perform whilst at boarding school at No.6 Chelsea Walk. But when her father loses his fortune, she fears her singing dreams may be shattered. An enchanting story of dreams and determination, set in the colourful world of eighteenth century London. Ann Turnbull’s previous novels have been shortlisted for several awards, including the Guardian Children’s Fiction Prize and the Whitbread Children’s Book Award. “Dramatic stories with a real sense of atmosphere.” – The Guardian

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2015-1-1

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For Ages

9-14

Publication City/Country

London, United Kingdom

ISBN 10

1409590895

About The Author

Ann Turnbull knew from an early age that she wanted to be a writer. After working as a secretary for many years, Ann returned to studying and started to train as a teacher. It was then that she rediscovered children's literature and began writing for children herself. Her first novel was published in 1974 and she is now a full-time author. She has written more than thirty books for children and young adults, including Pigeon Summer, which was shortlisted for the Nestle Smarties Book Prize, and No Shame, No Fear, shortlisted for the Guardian's Children Fiction prize and the Whitbread Children's Book Award. Ann lives with her husband in Shropshire.

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