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  • Published: 2 April 2018
  • ISBN: 9780143786757
  • Imprint: Penguin
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 176
  • RRP: $16.99

Fearless Frederic




A story of friendship and heart-racing adventure – a perfect follow up to the acclaimed The Boy and the Spy.

When the river rises and the city of Paris begins to disappear under water, Frederic decides to help those who can’t help themselves. But as his heroic acts escalate, so does the danger. Frederic will have to battle an escaped zoo animal and fight off pickpockets and looters but, as the waters subside, can he find justice for his father and find out what courage really means?

  • Published: 2 April 2018
  • ISBN: 9780143786757
  • Imprint: Penguin
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 176
  • RRP: $16.99

About the author

Felice Arena

Felice Arena is one of Australia's best-loved children's writers. He is the author and creator of many popular and award-winning children's books for all ages, including the acclaimed historical adventures The Boy and the Spy, Fearless Frederic, The Great Escape and The Unstoppable Flying Flanagan, which was longlisted for the ARA Historical Novel Prize. His series include the bestselling Specky Magee books and the popular Andy Roid and Sporty Kids series.

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Praise for Fearless Frederic

An amazing book for fans of historical fiction.

Seamus Hadfield, Herald Sun, Melbourne

This is a wonderful book for younger readers, recreating a fascinating moment in French history.

Troy Lennon, Daily Telegraph, Sydney

Historical fiction at its exciting best.

Sandy Russell, Sunday Telegraph, Sydney

A fine piece of eye-opening historical fiction (I had no idea the flood had actually happened), an engaging and well-written story, and a chance to learn a couple of basic phrases in French! Would be best suited to readers in the 11-14 age bracket.

Christian Price, CBCA Reading Time

Awards & recognition

REAL Children's Choice Awards

Shortlisted  •  2019  •  Older Readers

CBCA Book of the Year Awards

Notable Book  •  2019  •  Younger Readers

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Fearless Frederic

When the river rises and the city of Paris begins to disappear under water, Frederic decides to help those who can’t help themselves. But as his heroic acts escalate, so does the danger. Frederic will have to battle an escaped zoo animal and fight off pickpockets and looters but, as the waters subside, can he find justice for his father and find out what courage really means? A story of friendship and heart-racing adventure from Felice Arena, the acclaimed author of The Boy and The Spy. Find out more at www.penguin.com.au

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