Natasha Farrant Voyage of the Sparrowhawk : Winner of the Costa Children's Book

WINNER COSTA CHILDRENS BOOK AWARDTHE TIMES AND SUNDAY TIMES CHILDRENS BOOK OF THE YEARThe second sensational middlegrade standalone that follows an epic voyage from England to France in the aftermath of WW1, from the bestselling author of The Children of Castle Rock. In the aftermath of World War One, everyone is trying to rebuild their lives. If Ben is to avoid being sent back to the orphanage, he needs to find his brother Sam, wounded in action and is now missing. Lottis horrible aunt and uncle want to send her away to boardingschool (when she has just so successfully managed to get expelled from her last one!). And Clara, their young teacher, is waiting for news of her missing fianc . . .Just as they think theyve found their feet in the new order, disaster strikes, and Lotti and Ben must get away. And so they hatch a plan to cross the Channel on Bens narrowboat and find Sam. And theres something in France that Lotti is looking for, too . . . Buffeted by storms, chased by the police, Lotti, Ben, Clara and a growing number of dogs set out on an epic journey, on the search for lost loved ones and a place to call home. One of the most compelling, joyous, tearjerking and delightful reads of the year. The Sunday Times, Childrens Book of the WeekEmpowering, rollicking, wistful and joyful. Hilary McKay, author of The Skylarks WarMagnificent odyssey . . . a rich and rewarding read . . . it deserves prizes. New StatesmanA wonderful adventure. Piers Torday, author of The Frozen... | Natasha Farrant Voyage of the Sparrowhawk : Winner of the Costa Children's Book