Author:Michael Morpurgo
But it's true,' Tom shouted. 'It was a real lion, I know it was.'
No-one believes Tom when he says he has seen a lion - padding around the orchard with a string of sausages in its mouth! No-one, that is, except for Clare, the cleverest girl in the class. Together, she and Tom plan to prove his story is true - by catching the lion!
Morpurgo writes with a fine mixture of clarity, depth and feeling
—— The Sunday TimesOne of today's greatest storytellers
—— The BooksellerThere 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
—— ScotsmanMichael 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
—— Telling TalesWith his wonderful illustrations and charming characters, Chris Wormell honors everyone who has had to be brave and quick thinking under difficult circumstances
—— Through the Looking GlassA winner of a book . . . that makes its case ingeniously and will delight readers of every age
—— Louise Yates , ObserverA tale of bravery, quick wits and kind-heartedness. Beautifully told, brilliantly illustrated. Bravo!
—— Armadillo Magazine