Living at the Edge of the World  Spr..., S.J Barratt
Living at the Edge of the World  Spr..., S.J Barratt
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Living at the Edge of the World - Spring
Adventure series for middle grade based in Shetland, Scotland. (The Papala Island Adventure Series Book 2)

Author: S.J Barratt

Series: The Papala Island Adventure Series #2

Narrator: Gill Mills

Unabridged: 3 hr 10 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Canopy Limited

Published: 07/07/2025

Categories: Young Adult Fiction


Synopsis

When twelve-year-old twins Tabitha and Timothy unearth an ancient artefact in the peat banks of Papala Island, they set off a chain of extraordinary events. Determined to protect their discovery, the twins rally their friends to outwit sneaky treasure hunters, navigate treacherous terrain, and unravel the island’s ancient legend. As spring unfolds, and with the guidance of their Great Uncle Tamhas, the twins uncover the true meaning of community, courage, and belonging—realising they have the power to make a difference, even at twelve. Packed with action, wildlife, and heart, Living at the Edge of the World – Spring is the perfect adventure story for readers aged 9–12. Explore the wilds of Papala Island, Shetland, in this exciting tale of bravery, friendship, and discovering where you truly belong.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Bookworm86 on April 07, 2025

BLOG TOUR REVIEW Review for 'Living At The Edge Of The World - Spring' by S.J. Barratt. Illustrated by Jenny Nutbourne. This may be the first book that we have read by this author but it most certainly will not be our last! It is also the second book in Suzanne's Book 'The Papala Island Adventure Ser......more

Goodreads review by Bookish on April 01, 2025

I absolutely loved this storyline, I loved all the fun animal facts and all historic facts. I do think this would be very intriguing for children and young people to read. This may encourage them to get outside more. I feel kids are on their phones way too much these days and uploading their lives f......more

Goodreads review by Book on February 28, 2025

Living at the Edge of the World – Spring is an adventure-filled middle-grade novel that follows 12-year-old twins, Tabitha and Timothy, as they adjust to life on the remote island of Papala. Sent to live with their Great Uncle Tamhas while their parents sail the world, the twins encounter a way of l......more

Goodreads review by Kristine L. on March 24, 2025

Noo den and all aboard for intrigue, mystery, high adventure and Vikings in this eminently enjoyable and highly readable fiction tome by S.J. Barratt. Picking up where Living at the Edge of the World: Winter left off, the "Spring" edition of adventures with twelve year-old twins Tim and Tabitha Brow......more

Goodreads review by Jeffrey on August 07, 2025

This novella is a lively children’s story set on the fictional island of Papala. Tabitha and Timothy stay with Uncle Tamhas while their parents sail the world. The book blends daily island life, Shetland traditions, and adventures that range from pony births to peat cutting. The plot develops throug......more