Mission "Best Friend"

A smart and captivating story about friendship and finding one's place in the world with an adventurous plot and elements of a detective story. Pandekraska Pampernella is eleven years old, and she is a princess. She has everything one could wish for, including a personal bodyguard and biographer. Every day she changes outfits, skillfully shoots a bow, and fences. Only one problem torments the heroine — she has no best friend. With the help of a special app, Pandekraska Pampernella selects three candidates for this honorable role. One lives in Mongolia, the second in Ireland, and the third in India. Before making her choice, the princess must get to know each of the girls. But is it really that easy to find true friendship? This kind and dynamic book combines elements of an adventure tale, coming-of-age novel, and detective story, fairy-tale motifs and modern realities, subtle irony and great respect for the inner world of teenagers. The lively and multifaceted characters will not only resonate with readers' souls but also become wonderful companions on a virtual journey — as many surprises await the princess on her route! Included in the top 7 best books for young readers (May 2021, Deutschlandfunk/Radio Germany). Who is this book for: For children aged 10 and older