{"product_id":"kate-maryon-5-books-collection-set-ages-9-12-paperback","title":"Kate Maryon Collection 5 Books Box Set: Shine, Glitter, Invisible Girl \u0026 More - Ages 9-12 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nShine\u003cbr\u003e\nGlitter\u003cbr\u003e\nA Million Angels\u003cbr\u003e\nInvisible Girl\u003cbr\u003e\nA Sea of Stars\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780007983681\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e HarperCollins Children's Books\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9-12 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis Kate Maryon 5 Books Collection Set brings together five moving, character-led stories that have made Maryon a favourite author for tween readers. Following girls facing real-life challenges — a mum's secret, army deployment, homelessness and unlikely friendship — each novel is warm, honest and quietly uplifting. Perfect for confident readers aged 9 to 12 who enjoy Cathy Cassidy or Jacqueline Wilson, this brand-new paperback box set makes a thoughtful gift or rewarding bookshelf addition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIn \u003cstrong\u003eShine\u003c\/strong\u003e, twelve-year-old Tiff adores her glamorous mum Carla, but slowly realises the shiny treasures her mum brings home aren't bought — they're stolen, and Tiff must decide what loyalty really means. \u003cstrong\u003eGlitter\u003c\/strong\u003e follows Liberty Parfitt, who dreams of a life built around music, much to the frustration of her wealthy, workaholic dad who wants her focused on exams instead. \u003cstrong\u003eA Million Angels\u003c\/strong\u003e centres on Jemima, whose soldier dad is deployed to Afghanistan just as her mum prepares for a new baby and her gran arrives carrying her own wartime memories. \u003cstrong\u003eInvisible Girl\u003c\/strong\u003e tells the story of Gabriella Midwinter, who once had a home and a normal life, and must now find the courage to be seen again after everything is taken from her. Finally, \u003cstrong\u003eA Sea of Stars\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together Maya, who lives a cosy life by the sea in Cornwall with her hippy parents, and a second girl from a very different world, in a tender tale of friendship crossing social divides. Across all five books, Kate Maryon writes with warmth and sensitivity about family, belonging, courage and true friendship, without shying away from real-world themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive complete, emotionally rich novels in one great-value paperback set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for fans of Jacqueline Wilson and Cathy Cassidy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTackles real themes — family, friendship, courage and belonging — with warmth and honesty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for confident readers aged 9-12, including reluctant readers drawn in by relatable characters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA thoughtful birthday, Christmas or \"treat yourself\" gift for tween readers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new condition, ready to read straight away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nKate Maryon is a British children's author known for writing contemporary, character-driven fiction for young readers, often exploring family life, friendship and resilience. Before writing full-time, she worked as a homeopath and complementary therapist, spending many years working closely with young people — experience that shines through in her sensitive, authentic storytelling. Kate lives in Somerset with her partner and her large Newfoundland dog, and loves chocolate, British films and reading on sunny beaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Kate Maryon Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFive heartfelt, page-turning stories in one set — brilliant value for young readers who love emotionally honest fiction about real family life, friendship and finding their own courage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Cover design may vary slightly from the image shown; ISBN and edition are for the UK paperback set as listed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kate Maryon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42807394762989,"sku":"PLD1460","price":11.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/products\/kate-maryon-5-books-collection-set-paperback.jpg?v=1784222011","url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/products\/kate-maryon-5-books-collection-set-ages-9-12-paperback","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}