Whale Boy

Whale Boy

Summary

Michael, a young boy growing up on the tropical island of Rose Town, has been saving up for his own fishing boat for years. But when a terrible storm wrecks his home, Michael is forced to take a job working for a rich, mysterious newcomer named Spargo.

Spargo asks Michael to search for one thing in the deep waters around Rose Town - whales . . .

Reviews

  • It's a deeply moving story, the memory of which will stay with the reader - and hopefully will raise awareness for the plight of these beautiful creatures
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About the author

Nicola Davies

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