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The delightful third book in the'truly marvellous' (Independent) How to Be series: a thrilling adventure of found family, undying loyalty and some truly spectacular cakePraise for the How to Be series'This twisty tale is truly marvellous' Independent, Children's Book of the Week'Ridiculously loveable book alert... hilarious and completely endearing' Clémentine Beauvais, author of Piglettes'How to be Brave is wonderful. It's a brilliantly funny and heartfelt middle-grade adventure that had me cheering, smiling, crying and craving a slice of victoria sponge. Think bake-off-meets-boarding-school with nuns and ducks. I loved it' Sarah Baker, author of Through the Mirror DoorIt's the start of a new term at the School of the Good Sisters and Hanna, Edie and Calla are ready to enjoy everything their extraordinary school has to offer. But they soon realise that Something Is Most Definitely Up. Not only is a mean businessman trying to open a kale factory in Little Hampden and remove all their delicious snacks, but their beloved Headmistress Good Sister June has disappeared - and nobody knows where she's gone.It's time for Hanna and her friends to rally an army of first years to protest against the horrors of kale while they set out on an adventure to bring Good Sister June home. As they travel across the country following a trail of clues, they will learn about the power of family, friendship, and a well-timed slice of Victoria Sponge...

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