| Weight | 211 g |
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| Dimensions | 19.3 × 13.4 × 1 cm |
Twinkletoes #05: The Showdown
SGD 9.68
Argentinian boy wonder Diego Armando Marabella arrives in Singapore amidst fanfare for the Futsal World Cup. Led by Leandro, Morrison qualify for the contest and are drawn to play against mighty Argentina. Coach Malcolm feels that Leandro is as good as the best and prepares him for the showdown with Diego. Sparks fly when “Little Messi” clashes with “Little Ronaldo”. At Morrison High, school belle Acacia Lee infuriates Leandro when she allows a third person to join them on their movie “date”. Meanwhile, Jasmine Fong gets a surprise visitor from Malacca and Wen Rou’s talent is finally discovered.
Author: Thomas Koh & Titian
Format: Paperback
ABOUT THE SERIES
Leandro Giovanni Ang Soon Huat, of Chinese and Brazilian parentage, was born to play football. His parents seek to protect the lad from their own bias towards the game but when he enrols into Morrison High School, Coach Malcolm Ramsey spots the young boy’s unusual talent. His heart races with excitement. Leandro does not disappoint and dazzles with his feet while spectators think he could turn out to be a “Twinkletoes”. In the 1950s, Chia Boon Leong, the best winger Singapore ever had, was given the nickname. Leandro’s future looks bright and all agree he’s sure to be a star! This series is about the footballing adventures of Leandro and his friends at the extraordinary Morrison High, where caring principal Mr Billy Chin seeks to do his best for each and every pupil. Off the field, Leandro, together with friends Jasmine, Hock Ann, Augustine and others, have to grapple with the pangs of teenage years. But they are not alone; Morrison High’s dedicated and wise teachers skilfully guide their charges. It’s a bumpy ride though and there are tears, fears and laughs along the way. Make sure you read the riveting Twinkletoes series.
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Thomas Koh, a sports correspondent with The Straits Times for 10 years, writes the stories, and Titian, a world class artist whose works have been displayed in top art galleries across Europe and the US, does all the illustrations.



