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Sasha's Secret

*The must-have third book in the gorgeous Lost and Found series from Cathy Cassidy, bestselling author of the Chocolate Box Girls* 
 
Sasha has it all. She's the lead singer of an amazing band and the coolest boy in school has a crush on her. Nobody notices that Sasha's starting to feel overwhelmed. 
 
When a world-famous rock star invites the band to record music at his country mansion and Sasha starts having blackouts, she knows she won't be able to keep her anxiety hidden for much longer. 
 
With the fate of the Lost &amp; Found in her hands, will Sasha's secret tear them apart?

Cathy Cassidy (Author) Cathy Cassidy wrote her first picture book for her little brother when she was eight or nine and has been writing fabulous stories ever since. 
 
Cathy is the bestselling author of Dizzy, Driftwood, Indigo Blue, Scarlett, Sundae Girl, Lucky Star, Ginger Snaps, Looking-Glass Girl, Broken Heart Club, the Chocolate Box Series (including Cherry Crush, Marshmallow Skye, Summer's Dream, Coco Caramel, Sweet Honey, Fortune Cookie and Life is Sweet) and the first three instalments in the Lost and Found Series, Love From Lexie, Sami's Silver Lining and Sasha's Secret. 
 
Cathy lives in North Wales with her family, and of all the many jobs she's had she loves writing best - it's the perfect excuse to daydream, after all.

Sasha has it all. She's the lead singer of an amazing band and the coolest boy in school has a crush on her. Nobody notices that Sasha's starting to feel overwhelmed. 
 
When a world-famous rock star invites the band to record music at his country mansion and Sasha starts having blackouts, she knows she won't be able to keep her anxiety hidden for much longer. 
 
With the fate of the Lost &amp; Found in her hands, will Sasha's secret tear them apart?

Sami's Silver Lining (The Lost and Found Book Two)

The must-have second book in the brilliant Lost and Found series from Cathy Cassidy, bestselling author of the Chocolate Box Girls. 
 
Forced to flee his home in Syria for safety in England, Sami attempts to begin a new life but struggles to overcome the pain of the past. 
 
Memories of the long and dangerous journey across icy waters, armed with only his dad's old coat, a flute and the hope of a brighter future, are never far away. 
 
Can his new friends in the Lost and Found band and a blossoming romance with the girl of his dreams melt his frozen heart or is it too late to find a silver lining? 
 
Touching, tender and unforgettable. - The Guardian

The must-have second book in the brilliant Lost and Found series from Cathy Cassidy, bestselling author of the Chocolate Box Girls. 
 
Forced to flee his home in Syria for safety in England, Sami attempts to begin a new life but struggles to overcome the pain of the past. Memories of the long and dangerous journey across icy waters, armed with only his dad's old coat, a flute and the hope of a brighter future, are never far away. 
 
Can his new friends in the Lost and Found band and a blossoming romance with the girl of his dreams melt his frozen heart or is it too late to find a silver lining?

Love from Lexie (The Lost and Found)

Ever since Lexie's mum vanished, her world hasn't stopped spinning. A new home, a new school - even a new family but Lexie never gives up hope that her mum will come back and writes her letters every day to tell her all about her new life. 
 
There's plenty to tell - the new group of misfits she calls friends, the talent for music she never knew she had and the gorgeous boy with blue eyes and secrets to hide. But her letters remain unanswered and she's starting to feel more alone than ever. 
 
Lexie's about to learn that sometimes you need to get lost in order to be found. 
 
The first in a gorgeous new series from the bestselling author of the Chocolate Box Girls and the perfect next step for fans of Jacqueline Wilson.

Cathy Cassidy wrote her first picture book for her little brother when she was eight or nine and has been writing fabulous stories ever since. 
 
Cathy is the bestselling author of Dizzy, Driftwood, Indigo Blue, Scarlett, Sundae Girl, Lucky Star, Ginger Snaps, Looking-Glass Girl, Broken Heart Club, the Chocolate Box Series (including Cherry Crush, Marshmallow Skye, Summer's Dream, Coco Caramel, Sweet Honey, Fortune Cookie and Life is Sweet) and the first three instalments in the Lost and Found Series, Love From Lexie, Sami's Silver Lining and Sasha's Secret. 
 
Cathy lives in North Wales with her family, and of all the many jobs she's had she loves writing best - it's the perfect excuse to daydream, after all.

Ever since Lexie's mum vanished, her world hasn't stopped spinning. A new home, a new school - even a new family but Lexie never gives up hope that her mum will come back and writes her letters every day to tell her all about her new life. 
 
There's plenty to tell - the new group of misfits she calls friends, the talent for music she never knew she had and the gorgeous boy with blue eyes and secrets to hide. But her letters remain unanswered and she's starting to feel more alone than ever. 
 
Lexie's about to learn that sometimes you need to get lost in order to be found. 
 
The first in a gorgeous new series from the bestselling author of the Chocolate Box Girls and the perfect next step for fans of Jacqueline Wilson.

Broken Heart Club

Andie, Eden, Ryan, Tasha and Hasmita love being part of the Heart Club. They've promised to stay best friends forever and nothing can tear them apart. 
 
 But sometimes things happen that you couldn't ever have expected and forever might not be as long as you think. 
 
 Now, two years later, Eden and Ryan are haunted by memories of the past. Can they find a way to bring the club back together or is it too late to mend a broken heart? 
 
A gorgeous new story from the bestselling author of The Chocolate Box Girls series.

Andie, Eden, Ryan, Tasha and Hasmita love being part of the Heart Club. They've promised to stay best friends forever and nothing can tear them apart. 
 
But sometimes things happen that you couldn't ever have expected and forever might not be as long as you think. 
 
Now, two years later, Eden and Ryan are haunted by memories of the past. Can they find a way to bring the club back together or is it too late to mend a broken heart? 
 
A gorgeous new story from the bestselling author of The Chocolate Box Girls series.

Life is Sweet: A Chocolate Box Short Story Collection

Life at Tanglewood isn't all sleepovers, picnics and beach parties. Cherry, Summer, Skye, Coco and Honey all face some tough life challenges in this delicious series from bestselling girls' favourite Cathy Cassidy. Every sister has a secret to share. Which one will be your favourite?

The Chocolate Box Girls 
 
Six fantastic stories, which one will be your favourite? 
 
Bittersweet - Will Honey's cry for help cause trouble for Shay and Cherry? 
 
Chocolates and Flowers - Can Alfie plan the perfect Valentine's Day surprise without breaking Summer's heart? 
 
Hopes and Dreams - Will Jodie finally take a risk and step into the spotlight? 
 
Moon and Stars - Is Finch and Skye's whirlwind romance in trouble? 
 
Snowflakes and Wishes - Caught up in another daring animal rescue, can Lawrie and Coco save the day? 
 
Hearts and Sunsets - Now that Ash's summer of adventure is coming to an end, what does the future hold for him and Honey? 
 
Dip into the world of the Chocolate Box Girls with this delicious collection of short stories. 
 
This fantastic collection includes Cathy Cassidy's four e-shorts, available in print for the very first time and a brand new, never before seen, story. A must-have for all fans of the Chocolate Box Girls!

Praise for Cathy's books: 'Touching, tender and unforgettable.'

A great choice for older Jacqueline Wilson fans - Irish Independent

Chocolate Box Girls: Fortune Cookie

After the amazing twist at the end of Sweet Honey, the sixth and final book in Cathy Cassidy's Chocolate Box Girls series follows Jake, the Tanberry sisters' newly discovered half-brother . . . 
 
Jake Cooke has just had the surprise of his life. He's got four half-sisters that he never knew existed. When Jake's talent for trouble causes chaos at home, he runs away to meet his new family. 
 
Life in a rundown flat in Chinatown is a far cry from Tanglewood, where the days are filled with beach parties and chocolate festivals. It's already starting to feel like home. 
 
But Jake's about to realize he can only escape his future for so long. However far you go, you can't outrun destiny . . . 
 
Praise for Cathy's books: Touching, tender and unforgettable. - Guardian 
 
A great choice for older Jacqueline Wilson fans - Irish Independent

Praise for Cathy's books: Touching, tender and unforgettable.

A great choice for older Jacqueline Wilson fans

Cathy Cassidy is one of the UK's top-selling children's authors. She was an art teacher, a magazine editor and an agony aunt before becoming a full-time writer. She has worked at Shout magazine and previously at Jackie. Cathy tours extensively around the UK - meeting over 10,000 young readers in 2012. She has twice won the prestigious 'Queen of Teen' award. Cathy lives in Merseyside with her husband, two dogs and a cat. For all the latest on this best-selling author go to www.cathycassidy.com

After the amazing twist at the end of Sweet Honey, the sixth and final book in Cathy Cassidy's Chocolate Box Girls series follows Jake, the Tanberry sisters' newly discovered half-brother . . . 
 
Jake Cooke has just had the surprise of his life. He's got four half-sisters that he never knew existed. When Jake's talent for trouble causes chaos at home, he runs away to meet his new family. 
 
Life in a rundown flat in Chinatown is a far cry from Tanglewood, where the days are filled with beach parties and chocolate festivals. It's already starting to feel like home. 
 
But Jake's about to realize he can only escape his future for so long. However far you go, you can't outrun destiny . . .

Cathy Cassidy

Phoenix is a firebrand and a fire starter. After burning down a dormitory at her prestigious boarding school, Phoenix is sent to live with her grandmother, the owner of Greystones mansion. But Phoenix struggles to settle in . . . 
 
Will the band accept Phoenix, despite her spiky personality? And can Phoenix finally find true friends in the Lost &amp; Found?

Cathy Cassidy

Forever Phoenix

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