Deep Trouble

Page edges yellowed due to age
When the Strega-Borgias return from holiday to find that their faithful family retainer, Latch, has collapsed from unknown causes, it is only the start of their problems. Signora Strega-Borgia is feeling very peaky in the mornings, Titus is trying to save the world and Pandora has an embarrassing crush on the new butler (to say nothing of the fact that a demon is trying to invade StregaSchloss). Only Ffup the dragon is truly happy, due to her forthcoming marriage to the Loch Ness Monster. A fantastically epic plot, culminating in Flora McLachlan making the ultimate sacrifice, which will have committed fans and newcomers turning the pages late into the night.

Review
‘ ‘Her strongest novel yet, her characters developed through carefully convoluted plotting.’ – Glasgow Herald ‘It’s strange, kooky, funny and enthralling. If you haven’t got into the Pure Dead series, it is highly recommended for children aged 9-11.’ – Birmingham Post ‘The deliciously outrageous plot mixes love, marriage, midges, acne and sulphur. Deep Trouble is as fast, witty and wildly inventive as the first three books.’ – The Scotsman [An] entertaining mix of adventure and comedy – Primary Times (Hampshire)’