Laura Wood – författare

Andra boken i succéserien om Poppy Pym!»En av de bästa hjältinnorna som barnlitteraturen har sett! Poppy Pym är mycket roligare och minst lika spännande som Harry Potter.« | Belinda Graham, Tidningen Kulturen»Underhållande, spännande & fartfylld!« Betyg 5 av 5 | Jennies boklistaVälkomna till en berättelse om spöken, gömda skatter och marsvin...Det är Halloween på internatskolan Saint Smithen s och eleverna ska sätta upp Shakespeares pjäs Macbeth - men föreställningen råkar ut för den ena katastrofen efter den andra, från en mystisk brand till spöklika varningar.Är pjäsen förhäxad? Och hur passar Phineas Scrimshaws försvunna guld in i det hela? Bara en superdetektiv som Poppy Pym kan klara av att tackla två mysterier samtidigt ja, med lite hjälp från sina vänner och sin cirkusfamilj förstås!Poppy Pym & den förhäxade pjäsen är andra delen i den spännande och skruvade serien om Poppy Pym.LAURA WOOD är en brittisk barnboksförfattare som fick ett internationellt genombrott med sin serie om Poppy Pym. Hennes debut, Poppy Pym & Faraos förbannelse, hyllades av både kritiker och läsare och belönades med The Montegrappa Scholastic Prize för årets bästa nya barnbok 2014. När hon inte skriver undervisar Laura Wood i 1800-talslitteratur, feminism och barnlitteratur vid Warwicks universitet i England.»Poppy som karaktär går helt enkelt inte att ogilla, för vem kan stå emot hennes humor, värme, totala avsaknad av förnuft och känsla - och inte minst av allt hennes klipskhet som leder till att ohederliga och oärliga brottslingar kan gripas!« Betyg 4 av 5 | Bokkoll»En deckar-Harry Potter med nyanser av Pippi Långstrump. Det är fullt ös genom hela romanen, och jag ser fram emot nästa bok om Poppy Pym.« | Ida Therén, Svenska Dagbladet om Poppy Pym & Faraos förbannelse

“The Agency for Scandal is glorious!Clever, funny, charming, and achingly romantic, it is a delightfrom start to finish. Laura Wood always writes about love andfriendship with a deft hand, and this is her best work yet”Katherine Webber, author of Twin CrownsAn all-female detective agency righting wrongs at theend of the nineteenth century; infiltrating a scandalous upper classworld straight out of Bridgerton and using their wit and braveryto unmask a villain.Felicity Vane may be a mathematical genius, but getting her familyto understand her academic ambition is proving difficult. Asher first social season is fast approaching, it might be time totake matters into her own hands.Infiltrating the glamorous world of The Lucky Penny and winning heruniversity fees over a game of cards could be the perfect plan.if only it weren't for the interference of Ash, the piratical andfrustratingly handsome owner who accuses her of cheating.Now, Felicity finds herself thrown into the latest investigationof the Aviary - a fearless, covert group of female investigators- and caught up in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with the worstvillain they have faced yet.When the stakes are this high Felicity can't afford to lose, butas she and Ash get drawn deeper into a world of criminal conspiraciesis she also gambling with her heart? 'Incredibly charming'Sophie Irwin, author of A Lady's Guide to Fortune Hunting Bridgerton meets Charlie's Angels.A smart, charming, brilliantly plotted and swooningly romanticstory about a collective of bold women changing their world.The most romantic, exciting, empowering YA of the year.

“The Agency for Scandal is glorious!Clever, funny, charming, and achingly romantic, it is a delightfrom start to finish. Laura Wood always writes about love andfriendship with a deft hand, and this is her best work yet”Katherine Webber, author of Twin Crowns“A brilliant, fun-filled romp” The ScotsmanAn all-female detective agency righting wrongs at theend of the nineteenth century; infiltrating a scandalous upper classworld straight out of Bridgerton and using their wit and braveryto unmask a villain.When Marigold Bloom finds her family business in trouble a chanceencounter with the devastatingly handsome and extremely bad-temperedOliver Lockhart leads her to the Aviary - a secret agencyof women who specialise in blackmailing troublesome men.Soon, Mari is the agency's newest recruit, sent to investigate themysterious return of Oliver's long lost sister. Forced to masqueradeas a newly engaged couple, it is up to Mari and Oliver to determineif there is an imposter in their midst. But what happenswhen the line between truth and fiction starts to blur? And whatdo you do when a pretend romance starts to feel all too real? 'Incredibly charming'Sophie Irwin, author of A Lady's Guide to Fortune Hunting Bridgerton meets Charlie's Angels.A smart, charming, brilliantly plotted and swooningly romanticstory about a collective of bold women changing their world.The most romantic, exciting, empowering YA of the year.

This issue of Surgical Pathology Clinics, edited by Drs. Laura Wood and Lodewijk Brosens, will cover the current research and concepts on Pancreatic Pathology. Topics discussed will include dissection of pancreatic resection specimens; pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma; pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors; chronic pancreatitis; pancreatic cytopathology; and molecular genetics of pancreatic neoplasms, among others.

This volume explores the intersection between culinary history and literature across a period of profound social and cultural change. Split into four parts, essays focus on the relationships between eating and childhood reading in the Victorian era, the role of hunger in depicting social instability and reform, the cultivation of taste through advertising and the formation of cultural legacies through imaginative and emotional experiences of food and drink. Contributors show that studying consumption is necessary for a full understanding of class, gender, national identity and the body. The works of writers such as Elizabeth Gaskell, Edward Lear, Isabella Beeton and Bram Stoker are considered alongside advice manuals, Home Front narratives and advertising to provide an innovative work that will be of interest to scholars of social, cultural and medical history as well as literary studies.

"Delicious fun" Observer"A sparkling escapist romance" DailyExpressWith shades of Pride and Prejudiceand The Count of Monte Cristo,Laura Wood has penned a Cinderella story for the Bridgertongeneration.Iris Grey's childhood was idyllic... until her father remarried.Iris's new stepmother and two stepsisters were cold-heartedschemers, and when her father dies in mysterious circumstances,Iris knows that something is wrong. Far too spiritedto be forced into a life of servitude, she runs away to London.When she crosses paths with handsome, clever and coldNicholas Wynter, Iris realises that this is her moment forrevenge. Together they plot the downfall of their enemies - butthe pair begin to find they have more in common than a desire forjustice.Will their spark burn bright or will it be extinguishedin the flames of their ambition? A fabulously fresh retelling of Cinderella with a heroine whoisn't afraid to take her destiny into her own handsPerfect for fans of Jane AustenLaura Wood is the author of A Sky Painted Gold and Undera Dancing Star  MORE REVIEWS FOR A SINGLE THREAD OF MOONLIGHT"A Cinderella revenge story and a Bridgertonvibe... Sardonic dialogue, fabulous dresses, balls and societyintrigue galore: delicious fun." OBSERVER"I adored this Victorian-set retelling of Cinderella, featuringan irrepressible heroine, a sardonic hero, beautiful dresses,intrigue and revenge. Be still, my heart!." SarraManning"Laura Wood is the literary equivalent of lighting the fancycandle on a rainy afternoon" Ella Risbridger"Swoon-worthy and brilliant with Bridgerton vibes" M.A.Kuzniar"The perfect delicious read for anyone craving more Bridgerton"Lauren James"A Cinderella retelling like you've never read before witha swoon-worthy romance"; BOOKSNEST"A deliciously divine tale of loss, lies and love that completelyswept me away" BOOKLOVERJO

“The Agency for Scandal is glorious! Clever,funny, charming, and achingly romantic, it is a delight fromstart to finish. Laura Wood always writes about love and friendshipwith a deft hand, and this is her best work yet” KatherineWebber, author of Twin Crowns"I loved it!" Julia Quinn, author of BridgertonAn all-female detective agency righting wrongs at theend of the nineteenth century; infiltrating a scandalous upper classworld straight out of Bridgerton and using their wit and braveryto unmask a villain.Eighteen-year-old Isobel Stanhope is keeping a lot of secrets.There's the fact that she's head over heels inlove with a Duke who doesn't know she exists; there'sthe fact that her family is penniless but nobody in societyknows about it; and then there's her job at the Aviary, an investigativeagency run by women that specializes in digging up scandalon powerful men.When Izzy finds herselfpulled into a case that involves gaslighting, blackmail, andmissing jewels, as well as the Duke who holdsher heart, can she and her friends untangle the web of secretsand lies to uncover the truth and protect the innocent?And when the stakes are so high, what happens when the crushshe's been hiding begins to turn into so much more?'Incredibly charming' Sophie Irwin, author of A Lady'sGuide to Fortune Hunting Bridgerton meets Charlie's Angels - the mostromantic, exciting, empowering YA of the year.A smart, charming, brilliantly plotted and swooningly romanticstory about a collective of bold women changing their world.

Shortlisted for the Blue Peter Book Awards 2020.Join Effie Kostas as she fights to become Student CouncilPresident in her new school. With a campaign team of loveable misfits, she tackles the truly important subjects: gender imbalanceoutdated school conventions...and good-looking boys stealing the last slice of chocolatecake at lunchtime. A laugh-out-loudrallying call for switched-on kids everywhere.Vibrant illustrations by Mirelle Ortega bring Effie and her friendsto life in this joyful celebration of one girl's mission to changethe world.

"Delicious fun" Observer"A sparkling escapist romance" DailyExpressWith shades of Pride and Prejudiceand The Count of Monte Cristo,Laura Wood has penned a Cinderella story for the Bridgertongeneration. A companion novel to Laura's Agency for Scandalseries.Iris Grey's childhood was idyllic... until her father remarried.Iris's new stepmother and two stepsisters were cold-heartedschemers, and when her father dies in mysterious circumstances,Iris knows that something is wrong. Far too spiritedto be forced into a life of servitude, she runs away to London.When she crosses paths with handsome, clever and coldNicholas Wynter, Iris realises that this is her moment forrevenge. Together they plot the downfall of their enemies - butthe pair begin to find they have more in common than a desire forjustice.Will their spark burn bright or will it be extinguishedin the flames of their ambition? A fabulously fresh retelling of Cinderella with a heroine whoisn't afraid to take her destiny into her own handsPerfect for fans of Jane AustenLaura Wood is the author of A Sky Painted Gold and Undera Dancing Star  MORE REVIEWS FOR A SINGLE THREAD OF MOONLIGHT"A Cinderella revenge story and a Bridgertonvibe... Sardonic dialogue, fabulous dresses, balls and societyintrigue galore: delicious fun." OBSERVER"I adored this Victorian-set retelling of Cinderella, featuringan irrepressible heroine, a sardonic hero, beautiful dresses,intrigue and revenge. Be still, my heart!." SarraManning"Laura Wood is the literary equivalent of lighting the fancycandle on a rainy afternoon" Ella Risbridger"Swoon-worthy and brilliant with Bridgerton vibes" M.A.Kuzniar"The perfect delicious read for anyone craving more Bridgerton"Lauren James"A Cinderella retelling like you've never read before witha swoon-worthy romance"; BOOKSNEST"A deliciously divine tale of loss, lies and love that completelyswept me away" BOOKLOVERJO

SHORTLISTED FOR THE NEW ADULT BOOK PRIZE ‘I absolutely adored Under Your Spell the sweetest, sexiest, funniest romance. It was such a treat!’ Marian Keyes'So witty and smart. I am thoroughly under Laura Wood’s spell' Hannah Grace'For any fans of Emily Henry, this is a romantic read supreme' Stylist'A fizzy, magical romcom featuring a heroine to root for and a hero to swoon over. Fans of Emily Henry will adore this sexy, tender and funny story' Sarra Manning, Red MagazineShe only wants three things. He isn't one of them... Dumped by her cheating ex, fired from her dream job, about to lose her flat: Clementine Monroe is not having a good day. So when her sisters get her drunk and suggest reviving a childhood ritual called the breakup spell, she doesn’t see the harm in it. But now Clemmie has accidentally ruined a funeral, had her first one-night stand, and she’s stuck with a new job she definitely doesn’t want - spending six weeks alone with the gorgeous and very-off-limits rock star, Theo Eliott.  He’s the most famous man on the planet. Her life’s a disaster. When it comes to love, Clemmie is learning you should be careful what you wish for...Readers LOVE Under Your Spell‘I have read a ton of contemporary romantic fiction and this one stands out from the crowd’‘Fresh and original in the way that Emily Henry and Beth O' Leary books are… but it has something else that makes it different’‘Wonderful and gorgeous, I cannot recommend it enough’‘This might just be my perfect book’‘I binged it all in 24 hours’‘It has EVERYTHING I could ask for in a romantic comedy’‘Funny, heartwarming and downright sexy’‘A truly dreamy read that I would recommend to anyone who loves Beth O'Leary, Sarra Manning, Mhairi McFarlane or Emily Henry’‘Pure joy from beginning to end’

'Just delicious . . . a gorgeous love story with fantastic characters' MARIAN KEYES'I embarrassed myself giggling, sighing and crying my way through it, and couldn't put it down' LUCY VINE‘Utterly stunning, hopeful and bitingly funny' LIZZIE HUXLEY-JONESTheir story might be scripted, but the chemistry is real.When Cynthie Taylor gets her first real acting job, starring in a small British movie, she is over the moon. There’s only one problem . . . Cynthie's arrogant and annoyingly handsome co-star Jack hates her, and the feeling is definitely mutual. While they may be at war behind the scenes, their on-screen chemistry is palpable, and the studio sees an opportunity – have the two young stars fake a romance that will charm fans and draw crowds.Thirteen years later, Cynthie and Jack have successfully kept their promise to stay far away from one another, until a surprising offer comes to make a sequel to the cult classic that launched their careers. But there's a catch: they must also rekindle their pretend relationship . . . and this time there's a documentary crew following their every move.Cynthie and Jack both desperately need this film to work, but can two ex-rivals ever really trust each other? And what happens when the roles they're playing start to feel all too real?⭐ Praise for Laura Wood ⭐'I fell in love with Laura Wood's writing when I read Under Your Spell' JULIA QUINN'So witty and smart. I am thoroughly under Laura Wood’s spell' HANNAH GRACE'For any fans of Emily Henry, this is a romantic read supreme' STYLIST'A fizzy, magical romcom featuring a heroine to root for and a hero to swoon over' SARRA MANNING

‘This is cosy, small-town romance at its best. Swoony, sweeping and cinematic’ ELLE McNICOLL‘I AM STILL SWOONING SO HARD. I don't feel like I will ever get over this book’ LUCY VINEFrom the author of Under Your Spell comes a funny, cosy small-town romance about an accidental Vegas marriage, two people forced to fake a relationship and a town determined to play matchmaker. Perfect for fans of Laurie Gilmore, Sarah Adams and Lynn Painter.What happens in Vegas, never stays in Vegas . . . Waking up in a Las Vegas hotel room with her brother’s best friend, and no memory of how she got there, isn’t exactly rule-follower Ophelia ‘Lee’ Turner-Jones’ finest moment. She’s done her best to forget it ever happened . . . until a year later, when a surprise email arrives from a wedding chapel. Now Lee needs to track down her lifelong crush . . .  and tell him that they're married.Adrenaline-seeking Nico has never stayed in one place for long, so Lee is stunned to find him settled in a small town full of loveable eccentrics in Maine. And that’s not the only surprise: it turns out Nico is in desperate need of a wife. Lee could be the answer to all his problems – if he can keep his hands off her.Pretending to be happily married to the man she's secretly in love with while the whole town throws themselves into the charade, might end in disaster. Still, Lee can't help but wonder if this fake marriage could finally be the start of something real.

The first book in the prize winning mystery series.Poppy Pym has grown up in the circus, taming lions beforelunch and learning acrobatics in the afternoon. But when she turns eleven, her circus family decides she needsa more traditional education, and she is sent to boarding school.At first Poppy doesn't fit in at St Smithen's, a school that isvery different from the circus. Then, an ancient Egyptian rubyarrives at school and dangerous accidents start occurring. Suddenlyit's up to Poppy to save her new school and solve the mysteryof the Pharaoh's curse! Perfect for younger fans of A Murder Most Unladylikeand older Enid Blyton storiesThe first book was the winner of the Montegrappa ScholasticNew Children's writing Prize (2015), chosen fromalmost 1,000 entriesExciting, funny and adventurous, Poppy Pym blends a classic boardingschool story with a quirky circus family and a thrillingsmuggling mystery

The third book in the prize winning mystery series.Poppy is thrilled that they're spending the summer atSmuggler's Cove. It might even take her mind off the mystery of her past.But Poppy is about to make some amazing discoveries - and solvemore than one mystery... Perfect for younger fans of A Murder Most Unladylikeand older Enid Blyton storiesThe first book was the winner of the Montegrappa ScholasticNew Children’s writing Prize (2015), chosenfrom almost 1,000 entriesExciting, funny and adventurous, Poppy Pym blends a classic boardingschool story with a quirky circus family and a thrillingsmuggling mystery

When a mysterious runaway van crashes into St Smithen's on the firstday of the new school year, Poppy knows it's going to be an action-packedterm! But when accidents continue to happen at St Smithen's,Poppy can't shake the feeling that her every move is beingwatched. With the Christmas holidays looming, secrets lurkingin every corner and rumours of a dangerous beast on the loose, Poppymust unravel her biggest mystery yet. Can Poppy unmask the hiddenspy before someone gets hurt?

"Gorgeous inside and out" The BookActivistA gorgeously dreamy coming-of-age romance set againsta stunning Gatsby-esque backdrop.Growing up in her sleepy Cornish village dreaming of being a writer,sixteen-year-old Lou has always wondered about the grand Cardewhouse which has stood empty for years.And when the owners arrive for the summer - a handsome, dashingbrother and sister - Lou is quite swept off her feetand into a world of moonlit cocktail parties and glamour beyondher wildest dreams.But, as she grows closer to the Cardews, is she abandoning herown ambitions... and is there something darker lurking at the heartof the Cardew family? this sweeping and evocative romance is perfect for fans of ICapture the Castle and Eva Ibbotsonstunning foiled cover perfectly captures the deco time  MORE PRAISE FOR A SKY PAINTED GOLD"As elegant and energising as a flute of fine champagne...Exuberantly entertaining, breezily romantic and shimmering withthe delicious anticipation of pastures new, this is jubilantly finefiction in the vein of I Capture the Castle" - LoveReading4 Kids

"...it will sweep you into a glorious, romantic summerhaze!" - thebookactivistA long, hot Italian summer. A duel of kisses. The rules:sparks must fly. Dreams must dance. Neither party must fallin love. In grey, 1930s England, Bea has grown up kicking against the conventionsof the time, all the while knowing that she will one dayhave to marry someone her parents choose - someone rich enoughto keep the family estate alive. But she longs for so much more- for adventure, excitement, travel, and maybe even romance.When she gets the chance to spend the summer in Italy with herbohemian uncle and his fiancée, a whole world is opened upto Bea - a world that includes Ben, a cocky young artist who justhappens to be infuriatingly handsome too. Sparks fly between thequick-witted pair until one night, under the stars, a challengeis set: can Bea and Ben put aside their teasing and have the perfectsummer romance?With their new friends gleefully setting the rules for their fling,Bea and Ben can agree on one thing at least: they absolutely,positively will not, cannot fall in love...A long, hot summer of kisses and mischief unfolds - but stormclouds are gathering across Europe, and home is calling. Every summerhas to end - but for Bea, this might be just the beginning.  PRIASE FOR UNDER A DANCING STAR"Taking its inspiration from Much Ado About Nothing, LauraWood’s YA novel is a heady exploration of first love and self-discovery...a thoroughly charming and entertaining love storywith captivating central characters." - Books ForKeeps"Rapturously romantic, this dazzling novel sees a bright youngwoman experience unfettered Bohemianism during a life-changingsummer." - LoveReading 4 Kids

A snow-dusted love story.In the Autumn of 1931, eighteen-year-old Freya Trevelyan runsaway from her home in Cornwall to follow her dream of becoming anactress.When she is invited to join a theatrical company about to headout on tour, Freya thinks the path to success is clear, and, amidstall the glamour and bustle of stage life, she finds - for thefirst time - a place to belong. But can reality ever live up toher expectations? What if her life - and falling in love - turn outto be nothing like she planned? An enchanting coming of age romance about following your dreams- even when they aren't quite what you expected. Praise for A Sky Painted Gold:'The perfect comfort read' Ella Risbridger, author of MidnightChicken'Pure escapism ... a wildly romantic, delicious indulgence' OBSERVER'A brilliant, beautiful book' Louise O'Neill, author of TheSurface Breaks'Perfect for glamour-soaked summer escapism' MAIL ON SUNDAY

A cast of creative creatures take centre stage in this theatrical story about community and confidence from Blue Peter Book Award-shortlisted author Laura Wood. Summer by the seaside isn’t working out as Callie hoped. Instead of enjoying sunshine and ice cream, she’s stuck helping Gran’s drama group put on a show to save the local theatre. Worst of all, they’ve asked her to star in their play. With Callie’s stage fright, there’s not a chance that’s happening.But when she goes exploring backstage, Callie stumbles into an altogether different world – another theatre, run by a wise fox and her troupe of rather quarrelsome talking animals. Forced to face her fears, will Callie be able to put on a good show in the final fight to save Madame Malone’s Music Hall? Particularly suitable for readers aged 7+ with a reading age of 8.

Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy’s romance comes to life once more in a stunning and truly accessible retelling of Austen’s beloved classic from bestseller Laura Wood. Witty, intelligent Elizabeth Bennet has no desire for a marriage of convenience.And when she meets the handsome, wealthy Mr Darcy, her opinion of him is quickly set: he is aloof, selfish and proud – the last man in the world she would ever marry. Until their paths cross again, and again, and the pair begin to realise that first impressions can be flawed…But as Elizabeth and Darcy become entangled in a dance through the strict hierarchies of society, will there be space for true love to bloom? Particularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading age of 9.

Bestselling author Laura Wood brings the adventures of Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy to even more readers in this beautiful retelling of Louisa May Alcott’s coming-of-age classic. Little Women, the charming story of the brave and resilient March sisters, has been adored by generations of readers who have identified with the struggles of kind and pretty Meg; gentle, delicate Beth; precocious, artistic Amy; and of course wild, tomboyish Jo, determined to forge her own path and become a writer. Follow the girls as they come of age during the American Civil War and fall in love with the story all over again in this retelling by award-winning writer Laura Wood. Particularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading age of 9.

This volume explores the intersection between culinary history and literature across a period of profound social and cultural change. Split into four parts, essays focus on the relationships between eating and childhood reading in the Victorian era, the role of hunger in depicting social instability and reform, the cultivation of taste through advertising and the formation of cultural legacies through imaginative and emotional experiences of food and drink. Contributors show that studying consumption is necessary for a full understanding of class, gender, national identity and the body. The works of writers such as Elizabeth Gaskell, Edward Lear, Isabella Beeton and Bram Stoker are considered alongside advice manuals, Home Front narratives and advertising to provide an innovative work that will be of interest to scholars of social, cultural and medical history as well as literary studies.

»Poppy Pym och Faraos förbannelse är oemotståndlig sträckläsning med en stor dos humor, massor av spänning och mycket brittisk charm.« | BELINDA GRAHAM, TIDNINGEN KULTUREN»En deckar-Harry Potter med nyanser av Pippi Långstrump. Det är fullt ös genom hela romanen, och jag ser fram emot nästa bok om Poppy Pym.« | IDA THERÉN, SVENSKA DAGBLADETPoppy Pym var bara ett spädbarn när hon övergavs av sina föräldrar och lämnades till en kringresande cirkus. Som tur är fick hon en underbar uppväxt på cirkusen, omgiven av akrobater, trapetskonstnärer, jonglörer och den karismatiska föreståndarinnan Madame Pym.Men när hon fyller elva år bestämmer hennes cirkusfamilj att det är dags för Poppy att få en mer traditionell utbildning - och skickar henne till den tjusiga internatskolan Saint Smithen's. Först trivs hon inte alls. Skolan är raka motsatsen till den härliga tillvaron på cirkusen.Men så blir en antik egyptisk ädelsten stulen och det börjar hända saker på skolan Mystiska saker. Otäcka saker! Poppy kallar samman hela sin cirkusfamilj för att tillsammans med dem leta rätt på ädelstenen och få slut på farligheterna. Men kommer de att hinna? Eller kommer de alla att drabbas av Faraos förbannelse? Poppy Pym & Faraos förbannelse är första delen i den spännande och skruvade serien om Poppy Pym.LAURA WOOD är en brittisk barnboksförfattare på väg att få ett internationellt genombrott med sin serie om Poppy Pym. Poppy Pym & Faraos förbannelse är hennes hyllade debutroman och given läsning för alla som älskar Harry Potter. Boken belönades 2014 med The Montegrappa Scholastic Prize för årets bästa nya barnbok. När hon inte skriver undervisar Laura Wood i 1800-talslitteratur, feminism och barnlitteratur vid Warwicks universitet i England.»En bok som har extra allt. Det är fnissroligt och normbrytande. Dessutom är den full av roliga kvinnoporträtt.« | SKÖVDE NYHETER»Betyg 4 av 5.« | JOHANNAS DECKARHÖRNA»Historien om Poppy Pym formligen dansar fram på sidorna. Varje kapitel har precis den rätta mixen av charm och spänning för att nagla fast läsaren, och en förtrollande uppsättning karaktärer som ger historien liv, stuns och humor.« | CERRIE BURNELL, ORDFÖRANDE FÖR JURYN I MONTEGRAPPA SCHOLASTIC PRIZE