The Day Death Died

Landman, Tanya/ Alvarez, Cinthya

When Jack gives Death a taste of his own medicine, he’s unprepared for life in a world where nothing dies. An engaging quick-read for seriously struggling readers from award-winning author Tanya Landman.

Jack’s mum is ill and Jack is devastated when Death arrives to take her away. Jack doesn’t want to let her go, so he fights back and drives Death away.

But what consequences will there be when Death is banished from the world?

Particularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading age of 6. This book has a dyslexia-friendly layout, typeface and paperstock so that even more readers can enjoy it.

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