Author:Michael Morpurgo,Michael Foreman
The last snows of winter are melting away and Little Albatross sits snug in the warmth of Mother Albatross' feathers. He grows bigger and stronger until one day Mother and Father Albatross go fishing together, leaving Little Albatross alone for the first time. Will they return in time to save him from the killer bird who is watching, waiting . . .?
Foreman and Morpurgo are the high priests of collaboration, understanding how to grab the reader tight from the first page
—— The IndependentA breathtaking collaboration of words and pictures builds the suspense up to a nerve-wracking climax
—— JuniorBeautiful seascapes by Michael Foreman.
—— The Children's BooksellerThis story, with its stunning illustrations, will delight all animal lovers
—— Norwich Evening NewsA lyrical book, perfect for bedtime.
—— Angels & UrchinsThis is a satisfying adventure-tale of a seldom-featured species . . .
—— Books for KeepsFeatured in the Summer Books section.
—— RTE GuideIt's an exciting tale, beautifully illustrated by Michael Foreman.
—— Birmingham PostA breathtaking collaboration of words and pictures builds the suspense up to a nerve-racking climax.
—— JuniorFeatured in Christmas round up: Comes beautifully illustrated...there's always depth to Morpurgo's writing, always an enticing richness, and this little exploration of independence and growing up should delight time and time again.
—— West Sussex GazetteShort review
—— Animal AnticsMichael Morpurgo's choice of words is so satisfying for a small child to listen to...Michael Foreman provides exciting and simple pictures.
—— The School LibrarianEnchanting words equally matched with pictures by Michael Foreman.
—— Bournemouth Daily Echo...this successful partnership has come up with yet another fine story...
—— The Oxford TimesThe tale is carefully and beautifully told in language that at times reads almost like poetry.
—— Inis (Children's Books Ireland Magazine)