Weaves belonging, identity and self-worth in a beautifully moving story * Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear * A captivating, beautiful story that I feel sure will bring joy into the hearts of many, many readers * Sophie Anderson, author of The House With Chicken Legs * A sweeping adventure with an epic feel and a wonderfully realised animal world, perfect for children with a love of the natural world -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller * A gem of an adventure that stayed with me days after finishing ... beautifully written and imagined - a future classic filled with heart and hope. * Tim Tilley, author of Harklights * Big hearted and beautiful, lyrical and lovely with writing that flows like the river itself * Zillah Bethell, author of The Shark Caller * I loved this timeless, moving story of a deep connection with nature * Sarah Lean, author of The Good Bear * Gorgeously written, warm, classic ... full of eerie animal magic * Stephanie Burgis, author of The Dragon with a Chocolate Heart *