Malory Towers Complete Collection

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Gwen's unpleasant side surfaces when she bullies timid Mary-Lou in the swimming pool. Darrell loses her temper and does something unspeakable to Gwen. The First Formers hold a form meeting to decide what should be done, which leaves Mary-Lou devoted to Darrell and Gwen more resentful than ever. The girls are now in the second form at Malory Towers. They are joined by newcomers Ellen Wilson, a scholarship girl, and Mr Parker, the new master of the second form. One of the first tasks for the girls is to elect a new Head of Form, and must choose between three candidates. Meanwhile Darrell's dyslexia continues to cause problems for her. There's a mystery at the nearby stables — someone has stolen money and then poor Julie's horse. Can the third form help old girls Bill and Clarissa discover who is behind it? Birgitte Solem (Seasons 2–3) as Miss Elizabeth Grayling, the good-natured Headmistress at Mallory Towers.

In Jo's case, her father's part in her downfall is not in doubt, and they depart the school sadder and wiser people. For all three girls there is a redemption, in the typical Blyton style. Letters from both Jo and Gwendoline after their departures are contrite and warmly written, giving the reader hope for their characters' futures. [2] Characters [ edit ] North Tower Sixth Form girls [ edit ]The Malory Towers set is perfect for children who enjoy stories about boarding school life and friendship. The books are easy to read and are suitable for children aged eight and up. The stories are engaging and will keep children entertained for hours on end.

Danya Griver as Gwendoline Mary Lacey, a spoiled and callous girl who has been homeschooled by a Governess her whole life up until enrolling in Malory Towers. The Malory Towers girls, minus Darrell and Sally, go on a school field tip. Gwen has promised ices to everyone, but when her and Mary-Lou accidentally miss the bus they must join Darrell and Sally performing various tasks around the school to better everything. The tasks may provide Gwen a chance to find a good hiding place for her stolen goods, or it may result in her getting caught and punished for good, but they also provide Darrell and Sally the opportunity to figure out where Lady Malory's hidden treasure might be so they can save the school.Darrell's young sister, Felicity, is in the first form this term, and Darrell is looking forward very much to showing off her beloved Malory Towers to her young sister, but Felicity befriends June, a person who Darrell isn't very keen on. But that doesn't take away the excitement Darrell has when she learns she is made head girl of the Upper Fourth. But being head girl isn't quite as exciting as Darrell hoped it would be, and soon begins to lose her temper. Ella Bright as Darrell Rivers, an intelligent and excitable girl who has recently been expelled from her previous school. Darrell has word-blindness.

Ellen worries that her Malory Towers scholarship may be taken away from her if she does not perform well in her academic work. Despite overworking to prepare for a class test, she convinces herself that she is a failure and, distraught, runs away. Gwen's preparations for the school play, meanwhile, are not going well, and the rumour that Malory Towers may be forced to close because of financial problems is spreading wider. A school play featuring Lady Jane Malory is planned. Gwen auditions for the lead role with Darrell's help, but things do not work out as she had planned. After the girls discover that Malory Towers may be in financial difficulties, Darrell and Sally embark on a search for Lady Jane's long-lost jewels, but do not allow for Alicia's mischievous nature.In the first book, we meet Darrell Rivers, a twelve-year-old girl who is starting her first year at Malory Towers. She is excited to be attending the prestigious school but soon realizes that making friends and fitting in can be difficult. Over the course of the book, Darrell learns to overcome her insecurities, make new friends, and even become a leader among her classmates. Kimia Lamour as Connie Batten (Season 4), one of the twins in Felicity's form. Connie excels at athletics but has a hard time reading and studying history. had a personal favourite to recommend - The Beaver Towersseries by Nigel Hinton, which offers 'adventure and whimsy'. 'I haven't forgotten the joy they brought since reading them 21 years ago!' Darrell Rivers is looking forward to her new term in the Second form at Malory Towers and meeting up with her friends again. There are three new girls this term in the North Tower, Ellen, Daphne and Belinda. But Darrell doesn't yet know how the term will end, with a dramatic cliff-top rescue and with a storming Cornish sea raging below