Publisher Description

From the author of the unforgettable bestseller TIME TRAVELLING WITH A HAMSTER comes another surprising, beautiful and funny novel about a child who, by disappearing, will write herself into your heart forever…
Turning invisible at will: it's one way of curing your acne. But far more drastic than 13 year-old Ethel Leatherhead intended when she tried a combination of untested medicines and a sunbed.

It's fun at first, being invisible. And aided by her friend Boydy, she manages to keep her extraordinary ability secret. Or does she…?

When one day the invisibility fails to wear off, Ethel is thrown into a nightmare of lies and deception as she struggles to keep herself safe, to find the remedy that will make her seen again – and solve the mystery of her own birth…

Notes

A new novel from the author of Time Travelling With A Hamster. Turning invisible at will is one way of hiding your acne, but as the ability starts to wear off, 13 year-old Ethel Leatherhead is thrown into a nightmare of lies and deception. Can she find the remedy that will make her seen again and solve the mystery of her own birth? A surprising, heartwarming and funny novel.

Author Biography

Ross Welford was a journalist and television producer before becoming a full-time writer. He lives in London with his wife, children, a border collie and several tropical fish.

Review

Praise for TIME TRAVELLING WITH A HAMSTER:'The gripping suspense truly makes time fly… the book's heart and humour are hard to resist.' Piers Torday, author of The Last Wild"Extremely clever and totally engaging." The Irish Times"Intelligent, well crafted and impressive." Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times'Touching, silly and exciting by turns, this thrilling little book is an inventive take on time travel for children. Sure to be a hit with fans of R.J. Palacio's Wonder… an unforgettable, madcap story from a bright new talent in Children's fiction.' Waterstones"A touching tale of family, grief and love." Daily Express'With intriguing twists from start to finish, this story is a real roller coaster of emotions. It warmed my heart and filled my head with wonder! A fast, funny and really satisfying read that sparks your imagination.' Joseph, 10

Long Description

From the author of the unforgettable bestseller TIME TRAVELLING WITH A HAMSTER comes another surprising, beautiful and funny novel about a child who, by disappearing, will write herself into your heart forever... Turning invisible at will: it's one way of curing your acne. But far more drastic than 13 year-old Ethel Leatherhead intended when she tried a combination of untested medicines and a sunbed. It's fun at first, being invisible. And aided by her friend Boydy, she manages to keep her extraordinary ability secret. Or does she...' When one day the invisibility fails to wear off, Ethel is thrown into a nightmare of lies and deception as she struggles to keep herself safe, to find the remedy that will make her seen again - and solve the mystery of her own birth...

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Praise for TIME TRAVELLING WITH A HAMSTER: 'e~The gripping suspense truly makes time fly'e

Feature

Competition: Wonder, The Astounding Broccoli Boy, Rooftoppers, Trash, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time, Beetle Boy, Goldfish Boy. Katherine Rundell, Maz Evans, R. J. Palacio, David Baddiel, Christopher Edge, Piers Torday, Lisa Thompson

Description for Sales People

From the author of the unforgettable bestseller TIME TRAVELLING WITH A HAMSTER comes another surprising, beautiful and funny novel about a child who, by disappearing, will write herself into your heart forever... Turning invisible at will: it's one way of curing your acne. But far more drastic than 13 year-old Ethel Leatherhead intended when she tried a combination of untested medicines and a sunbed. It's fun at first, being invisible. And aided by her friend Boydy, she manages to keep her extraordinary ability secret. Or does she...' When one day the invisibility fails to wear off, Ethel is thrown into a nightmare of lies and deception as she struggles to keep herself safe, to find the remedy that will make her seen again - and solve the mystery of her own birth... Gold title Competition: Wonder, The Astounding Broccoli Boy, Rooftoppers, Trash, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time, Beetle Boy, Goldfish Boy. Katherine Rundell, Maz Evans, R. J. Palacio, David Baddiel, Christopher Edge, Piers Torday, Lisa Thompson

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