Author(s): Jennifer Somervell

Picture books - NZ

It's the 1970s and Margery's brother, a topdressing pilot, lands on the farm. Eight-year-old -out Margery is desperate to fly, but her older sisters scorn the idea. Join Margery as she contends for the flight of her life ... Bonus non-fiction section: How the first, topdressing pilots took to the skies to spread fertiliser on New Zealand farms, how girls too can follow their dream to fly. Based on a true story. "Another fabulous book to ignite the imaginations of young Kiwi kids everywhere!." -Fleur Coleman, Mahurangi East Library Manager. "An absolutely awesome story!" -Hunter Crispin, age 10, Waipukurau School "I really felt that I was up there with Margery on her big exciting flight! What a magical experience for a young girl!" -Megan Lindsay, Books For Kids