Noi and his father live in a house by the sea, hisfather works hard as fisherman often has only their six cats for company. So when, one day, he finds baby whale washed up on beach after storm, is excited takes it home to care it. He tries keep new friend secret, but there’s so long you can bath without your dad finding out. eventually persuaded that go back sea where belongs. For Noi, even though can’t it, arrival of changes life better – perfect gift from another. Winner 2014 inaugural Oscar’s First Book Prizein association with Evening Standard.

Nick lebt mit seinem Papa am Meer. Eines Tages, nachdem ein großer Sturm gewütet hat, findet er einen kleinen Wal Strand. nimmt ihn kurzerhand nach Hause. Ob sich der in Badewanne wohlfühlt?

A follow-up to the best-selling The Storm Whale, winner of 2014 inaugural Oscar’s First Book Prize in association with Evening Standard. It’s winter time and Noi’s island is covered a blanket snow. Even sea icing over. Noi worried about little whale he saved last summer: Can survive harsh conditions? Little does know that it’s whale’s turn save him. magical touching story lasting friendship. truly beautiful work packing real emotional punch. ‘At heart this emotionally charged joy friendship, tender true’ Fiona Noble for Bookseller, Children’s Month

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