{"product_id":"9781626721555","title":"Delilah Dirk and the King's Shilling","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eDelilah Dirk and the King's Shilling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): Tony Cliff\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eGlobetrotting troublemaker Delilah Dirk and her loyal friend Selim are just minding their own business, peacefully raiding castles and traipsing across enemy lines, when they attract the unwanted attention of the English Army. Before they know it, Delilah and Selim have gotten themselves accused of espionage against the British crown!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDelilah will do whatever it takes to clear her good name, be it sneaking, skirmishing, or even sword fighting... But can she bring herself to wear a pretty dress and have a nice cup of tea with her mother? Delilah Dirk may be defeated at last. By tulle...in Tony Cliff's \u003ci\u003eDelilah Dirk and the King's Shilling\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview(s):\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A story jam-packed with action and spectacle, but at its heart is a story of friendship and trust. A fantastic addition to a stellar series!\" —\u003ci\u003eNoelle Stevenson, author of Nimona\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Gorgeous.\" —\u003ci\u003eEmily Carroll, author of Through the Woods\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eWith perfect comic timing and a hefty dose of charm thrown in with the adventure, Delilah Dirk and the King's Shilling is absolutely thrilling!\"\u003c\/i\u003e —\u003ci\u003eKate Beaton, author of Hark! A Vagrant\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"One of the most beautifully illustrated books I've ever seen. Cheers to the swashbuckling adventures of Delilah and Selim!\" —\u003ci\u003eKazu Kibuishi, author of the Amulet series\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Move over, Indiana Jones. . . . with gorgeous illustrations and clever writing, Cliff seamlessly blends action and comedy into a charming tale that is so much fun you'll wish you brought popcorn.\" —\u003ci\u003eEntertainment Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The character development adds welcome depth to an already absorbing adventure. Irresistible and exhilarating.\" —\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Another whirlwind adventure that builds upon Cliff’s unifying factor—true friendship.\" —\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"It's the dynamic between Delilah and Selim, a headstrong woman and pliant man who remain platonic companions, that gives the book its compelling emotional center.\" —\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Cliff’s artwork and storytelling skill make this graphic novel a fine purchase for those looking to expand their graphic novel collection beyond capes and manga.\" —\u003ci\u003eVoya Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLong-listed Kirkus Best Teen Books of the Year (2013), Long-listed Publishers Weekly Best Books of the Year (2013)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN:  9781626721555\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ","brand":"First Second","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":40595543916750,"sku":"9781626721555","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/7029\/7806\/products\/getimage_6df116bb-48aa-4440-b9c7-eb95f8e65120.jpg?v=1637834678","url":"https:\/\/pickwickbookshop.com\/products\/9781626721555","provider":"Pickwick Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}