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- "Slow and steady? That's why little tank engines don't pull the express!"
- ― Gordon to Emily
Thomas to the Rescue is a Story Library book. It was released for World Book Day in the UK in March 1st, 2010. It could be exchanged for a one pound token or alternatively be purchased for £1.00.
Plot
Emily is taking Annie and Clarabel whilst Thomas is at the Quarry. She ignores advice and becomes very late. Then, she gets lost and does not want to ask for Oliver's help and gets completely lost. Thomas comes to her rescue and escorts Emily and the two carriages home.
Characters
- Thomas
- Percy
- Oliver
- Emily
- Annie and Clarabel
- Sir Topham Hatt
- Gordon (not seen; does not speak)
- Diesel (not seen; does not speak)
- Edward (cameo)
Trivia
- This book is not directly based on any television series episode.
- This book contains illustrations from previously released Story Library books, Emily and 'Arry and Bert.
Goofs
- Edward is seen in the illustration but it is supposed to be Gordon. That's because the book reused illustrations from Emily.
- Emily is repeatedly described as a tank engine instead of a tender engine.
Gallery
Prototype cover
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