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Ajay and the Jaipur Moon Synopsis
The spectacular sequel to Ajay and the Mumbai Sun, shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize!
Ajay's wish has come true at last - he's a news reporter! He and his friends even have their own newspaper: The Mumbai Sun. But living on the Mumbai railways means that money is tight. They need a big story - and when a meteor crashes to Earth, and there's a competition to find it, Ajay and his friends find themselves in a space race to Jaipur!
Getting to Jaipur is just the beginning - because waiting for them is an opponent with a terrifying ambition. One that threatens not just Ajay and his friends but all of India ...
The sequel to critically acclaimed Times/Chicken House Competition winner, Ajay and the Mumbai Sun, A tale of truth, friendship and determination set in modern-day India Wonderfully illustrated by Sònia Albert and starring a lovable ensemble cast of characters
Now available, the third in the series: Ajay and the Treasure of Thar
About This Edition
| ISBN: |
9781915026132 |
| Publication date: |
13th April 2023 |
| Author: |
Varsha Shah |
| Illustrator: |
Sonia Albert |
| Publisher: |
Chicken House Ltd |
| Format: |
Paperback |
| Pagination: |
304 pages |
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Press Reviews
Varsha Shah Press Reviews
'Full of colour and energy ... bravo' - Jamila Gavin
'Utterly charming, inspiring and gripping ... An absolute must-read!' - Kieran Larwood
'Ajay is the most intrepid young reporter since Tintin, caught up in a gutsy and moral adventure to find and tell the truth. This sensational debut is full of outrage but full of warmth and friendship too.' - Keith Gray
'Exhilarating and heartwarming - a story that shows the true power of the pen. Shah's tremendous talent shines on every page.' - Carlie Sorosiak
'A high-stakes adventure story about chasing your dreams even when success feels impossible.' - UKLA
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About Varsha Shah
Varsha Shah always dreamt of being a writer. After studying Law at Cambridge University, she worked for several years as a solicitor and has written articles for publications including Legal Week, Legal week Global, The Times Education Supplement, and the on-line edition of Harper’s Bazaar. She has taught English as a foreign language in both Japan and Canada. She loves both travelling and basketball!
Photo credit Ajeet Prabu and Sidney Sarpong
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