Bertie rescues a lion cub whilst on holiday in Africa. When he returns home to go back to boarding school, the young cub is sold to a circus. Both boy and cub miss the bond which has grown between them . . . will they ever meet again?
A perfect blend of mystery, magic, fantasy and reality. The story moves from deepest Wiltshire to the South African Veld. Here we meet Bertie who has rescued a lion cub . . . his pet. When he is eleven he is sent home to boarding school, and the cub is sold to a circus. But Bertie's one thought: will he ever meet his pet again?
The reader travels in time with Bertie and Millie through the pre-war, war and post-war years. Michael Morpurgo's mastery of words creates powerful images of relationships, friendships, separation, and suffering. Christian Birmingham's subdued black and white illustrations perfectly match the rich text by capturing the right moods and expressions at the exact moment.
Whether read to a class, alone at home or with the family on holiday, this book will provide a really enjoyable and relaxing read.
A useful addition to book lists for 7-11's on topics covering "Time Travel" "The War Years" and "Wild Cats."
Petrena and Michael Camps
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