[3] She earned a degree in Modern Languages from the University of Oxford, a Master of Science in Social Anthropology from the London School of Economics, and a Diploma in Translation from the Institute of Linguists.

[6] In 2013, Kirkus Reviews included After Iris on their list of the best middle-grade books of the year.

[7] In 2020, The Sunday Times included Voyage of the Sparrowhawk on their list of the best children's books of the year.

[9] In February 2023, Waterstones included The Rescue of Ravenwood on their list of the best books of the month.

[10] The Sunday Times included it in an ongoing list of the best children's books of the year.