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Operation Tango - by  Anton Du Beke (Paperback) - 1 of 1

Operation Tango - by Anton Du Beke (Paperback)

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  • The new, unforgettable mystery adventure from Anton Du Beke, bestselling author and Strictly Come Dancing royalty, to follow his sparkling children's debut Code Name Foxtrot.
  • 7-12 Years
  • 7.73" x 5.05" Paperback
  • 336 Pages
  • Juvenile Fiction, Action & Adventure

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The new, unforgettable mystery adventure from Anton Du Beke, bestselling author and Strictly Come Dancing royalty, to follow his sparkling children's debut Code Name Foxtrot.

Summer, 1941: London evacuees Harry and Rosie Morton are looking forward to a summer exploring the Lancashire coast with their new friends - and learning to tango as a surprise for Mom's birthday.

Until the twins learn two things: their awful cousin, Jasper, is coming to stay. Worse still: Dad is returning to the Western Front.

Then a train journey changes everything and suddenly Harry and Rosie find themselves caught up in a treacherous plot. And, when no one believes their story, they realize they must summon all their courage to not only protect the war effort, but save lives closer to home too . . .

With time running out, can the twins stop the crooks before it's too late and have one last dance with Mom and Dad before he leaves for France?



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An exciting adventure with all the speed and style of Anton's dancing--Jacqueline Wilson (on CODE NAME FOXTROT)



About the Author



Anton Du Beke - the King of Ballroom, Strictly Come Dancing royalty, and household name - is one of this generation's all-round entertainers. A consummate storyteller adept at captivating audiences, his series of adult novels set in the 1930's world of the exclusive Mayfair hotel, The Buckingham, have been Sunday Times bestsellers. Now, working with his long-standing writing collaborator, Anton will take young readers and families on an unforgettable adventure with Code Name Foxtrot, his first novel for children that's set on the Homefront during World War Two and full of page-turning mystery, gorgeous friendships, great bravery and dance.

Elisa Paganelli was born in Modena (Italy) in 1985, and since childhood books have been her best friends. After completing artistic studies she made a career in advertising and has been the founder and owner of a small award-winning design and trade business. She now lives and works in the UK as a full-time freelance Illustrator and Creative Designer, accompanied by her beloved dog.
Elisa finds inspiration in the tranquility of nature and integrates her passion for psychology and holistic approaches into her artistic vision.

Dimensions (Overall): 7.73 Inches (H) x 5.05 Inches (W) x .95 Inches (D)
Weight: .6 Pounds
Suggested Age: 7-12 Years
Number of Pages: 336
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Action & Adventure
Publisher: Puffin Books
Theme: General
Format: Paperback
Author: Anton Du Beke
Language: English
Street Date: September 23, 2025
TCIN: 1008501174
UPC: 9780241699171
Item Number (DPCI): 247-41-1093
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 0.6 pounds
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