Monday, 28 July 2025

Mailbox Monday - 28th July 2025

 MAILBOX MONDAY

 
 Each Monday I will be posting the new books I received for review, won and purchased over the previous  week.
 
Books received for review:
 

 
The Wonder Horse by Mark Greenwood
Publisher: Fremantle Press
 
About the book:
 
In the 1930s, the big chestnut horse was a national icon who brought joy to ordinary Australians during the Great Depression. In dark times, people with little reason for hope cheered him on. Under the care of his faithful handler, Tommy, Phar Lap won many sensational victories. But there were some who would stop at nothing to keep Phar Lap from winning.


Join the History Hunter as he tackles a web of mysteries, from the intuition of a struggling horse trainer to the role of genetics, and the biggest mystery of how did Phar Lap really die?
 
 
 
 
The Deadly Diamond by Mark Greenwood
Publisher: Fremantle Press
 
About the book:
 
When an enormous blue diamond is extracted from a remote, snake-infested Indian mine in the 1600s, it begins its mysterious journey from the eye of a temple god to the jewellery of royalty to an esteemed exhibition piece. Stolen and sold, over time, it gains the world’s attention as the immensely valuable Hope Diamond. But the diamond’s potency for bad luck is said to have its origins in an ancient curse.

Follow the History Hunter, as he sets out to unravel the mysteries surrounding the diamond – can objects like diamonds truly possess power, or is the trail of misfortune that follows it merely founded in the superstitions of humans?
 
 
 
You're Too Little by Katie Stewart
Publisher: Fremantle Press

About the book:
 
Pygmy Possum wants to climb far, far up into the trees to taste the sweet blossom nectar. But everyone keeps telling her the same thing: ‘It’s very high. You’re too little. You might fall.’ Are they right, or will she find a way?

This is a gentle tale of believing in yourself in the face of others’ doubt and recognising your own strengths. Beautifully illustrated in Katie’s popular signature style, the Australian animals in this book are sure to delight little readers.
 
 
 
 
 
Crunch! Kaboom! Mighty Mining Machines by Conor Mills & Clodagh Starr
Publisher: Fremantle Press

About the book:
 
 Outside the town, in the heat and the dust, where the sky is bright blue and the earth is like rust, is an iron ore mine that’s bigger than big with mighty machines that blast, drill and dig.

With bright colours, enormous engines and lots of fun sounds, Crunch! Kaboom! is perfect for kids who love to play with toy trucks and dozers.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Vesper Jones and Marshmallow by Karen Hendriks
Publisher: Starfish Bay Children's Books

About the book:
 
Vesper Jones is tired of scary things sneaking into her dreams, so with her trusty dream changer and brave cat, Marshmallow, Vesper decides it's time to take control. But when scary things refuse to leave, Vesper needs to find the courage to send them away and create the dreams she truly wants. 
 
 
 
Clutterbugs by Maura Pierlot
Publisher: Big Ideas Press

About the book:
 
When Steff can't find Jay's birthday present in her very messy room, strange creatures called clutterbugs come to the rescue, helping her discover the most meaningful gift of all.

Join the fun in this action-packed tale about waste reduction, sustainability repurposing, responsibility and the true spirit of giving.
 
 
A New World Rises: Tales of a LEGO future by Jackson Harvey & Alex Towler
Publisher: Fremantle Press
 
About the book:

From the creative and curious minds of LEGO Masters winners Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler comes a LEGO® book like no other.

THE YEAR IS 2130

Humanity’s reign has ended but the world is slowly recovering and showing signs of new life – one brick at a time.

LEGO® minifigures have risen from the debris to craft intricate civilisations inside discarded objects – each one inspired by the relic they now call home.

Taking LEGO® storytelling and artistry to new heights, A New World Rises explores an imagined future, one that might not be as far removed from reality as we think. Step into the future. Discover the past. And inspire your own LEGO® worlds.
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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