A simple story, beautifully told Sunday Express
A moving story about love, loss and discovering your identity, which demonstrates a masterful understanding of a child's perspective on life. Illustrated by Michael Foreman, this is an immensely engaging and touching story BookTrust
The deeply moving story about how a young boy discovers the truth about his family LoveReading4Kids
Offers readers of all ages a beautiful multilayered story of compassion, loyalty, and courage School Library Journal
The novels elegant structure and quiet, retrospective narration both Michaels and Marthas bolster this story about the importance of knowing the truth about ones heritage Publishers Weekly
A moving and at times heart-rending story of secrets, suffering and courage. It is beautifully written, with illustrations by Michael Foreman which are both charming and informative, and it should be in the library of every school The Bookbag
PRAISE FOR MICHAEL MORPURGO
As ever, Morpurgo's warmth and humanity suffuse a story of courage, love and hope Amanda Craig, The Times
Morpurgo is a virtuoso at conjuring vibrant stories that draw on historical events" The Observer Review
Champagne quality over a wide range of subjects The Telegraph