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Running Wild

byMichael Morpurgo

Genres: Fiction Young Adult Adventure Survival in the Wild

Who is this book for? Readers who enjoy adventure stories with emotional depth and animal companionship.

Topics SurvivalFamilyFriendship

MoodHopeful, Suspenseful

ViolenceMild

The epic and heart-rending jungle adventure from a master storyteller‘One of those novels that you know from the start is going to break your heart’ The TimesAfter his father is killed in Iraq, a surprise trip to Indonesia seems the perfect escape for Will and his mum. That is, until the elephant he is riding along the beach, Oona, spooks. As Will sees a huge wave crashing in, Oona runs into the jungle with Will holding on for dear life.With nothing but the clothes on his back and both parents surely lost, Will wonders if there is much left for him in the world. But with Oona beside him, the jungle might turn out not to be so lonely . . .

Language

Published on

29/02/2024

Pages

352

Format

Paperback

ISBN

9780008638580

Price Comparison

waterstones

Paperback

7.99 £

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