An Almond for a Parrot
(Author) Sally Gardner'shades of Sarah Waters...irresistible' - The Guardian 'I would like to make myself the heroine of this story - an innocent victim led astray. But alas sir, I would be lying...' London, 1756: In Newgate prison, Tully Truegood awaits trial. Her fate hanging in the balance, she tells her life-story. It's a tale that takes her from skivvy in the back streets of London, to conjuror's assistant, to celebrated courtesan at her stepmother's Fairy House, the notorious house of ill-repute where decadent excess is a must... Tully was once the talk of the town. Now, with the best seats at Newgate already sold in anticipation of her execution, her only chance of survival is to get her story to the one person who can help her avoid the gallows. She is Tully Truegood. Orphan, whore, magician's apprentice. Murderer? A compelling mix of bawdy romp and magical realism.' -Sarra Manning, Red magazine
Sally Gardner
Sally Gardner is a British author and illustrator known for her children's books and young adult fiction. She is best known for her novel "I, Coriander," which won the Nestle Children's Book Prize Gold Award. Gardner's literary style often blends historical fiction with elements of fantasy and magical realism, creating unique and captivating stories for readers of all ages. Her works often explore themes of resilience, identity, and the power of storytelling. Sally Gardner's contributions to literature have garnered critical acclaim and she continues to be a prominent voice in the world of children's and young adult literature.
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