The Tale of Angelino Brown

Written by David Almond · Illustrated by Alex T. Smith

A bus driver finds an angel in his pocket, sparking mystery and suspicion.

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272 pages· 34,826 words· Est. 5 hour read· 550L

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Bert Brown's life changes when he finds a tiny angel in his pocket. While friends adore Angelino, the head teacher and a mysterious inspector are skeptical. What secrets do they hide, and why is Angelino causing such a stir? As Bert and Betty navigate this heavenly surprise, they must uncover the truth behind the adults' suspicions. Is Angelino truly an angel, or is there more to this celestial mystery?

From the publisher

Do you believe in angels? Bert and Betty Brown do, because Bert discovered one in his shirt pocket the other day while he was driving his bus. All of a sudden they had a little boy of their very own to care for—how heavenly! Bert and Betty’s friends think Angelino is lovely. So do Nancy and Jack and Alice from school. But the Head Teacher, Mrs. Mole, is not so sure. Neither is Professor Smellie. And who is the mysterious Man in Black who claims to be a School Inspector? Or the big, lumbering Basher Malone? What could all these sneaky adults possibly have against such a perfect little angel?

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