The slapstick comedy [is] wittily handled

One of today's greatest storytellers

There is often something of the traditional storyteller about Michael Morpurgo. As a reader, we feel part of an audience, spell-bound by the unfolding tale . . . one of the most confident and accomplished writers for children today

Michael Morpurgo is a master of the first person narrative: when he embarks on a story he doesn't keep you waiting - he simply grips your hand and helps you on board

With his wonderful illustrations and charming characters, Chris Wormell honors everyone who has had to be brave and quick thinking under difficult circumstances

A winner of a book . . . that makes its case ingeniously and will delight readers of every age

A tale of bravery, quick wits and kind-heartedness. Beautifully told, brilliantly illustrated. Bravo!