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The Cat and the King (NE)

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The Cat and the King (NE)

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Nick Sharratt’s fabulously funny début novel is illustrated throughout with his irresistible wit and humour. The King and his cat must find a new home when their castle burns down in an Unfortunate Incident with a dragon. The King discovers lots of new experiences, from washing-up to shopping – then danger looms when the dragon makes its return!

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