When the Sky Falls New Book

Review A magnificent story … It deserves every prize going -- Philip PullmanIt’s a wonderful story of hurt, kindness and what it means to be human in an inhumane world -- Children's Book of the Year ― The TimesAn extraordinary story with historical and family truth at its heart, that tells us as much about the present as the past. Deeply felt, movingly written, a remarkable achievement -- Michael MorpurgoVery moving. I almost never cry at books - but this one had me in tears by the end -- Jacqueline WilsonA raw, heartfelt tale in the tradition of Goodnight Mister Tom ― Sunday Times Product Description Winner of the British Book Award for Children's Fiction Book of the YearWinner of the Books Are My Bag Readers Award for Children’s FictionShortlisted for the Carnegie MedalThe Times Children's Book of the Year‘A magnificent story … It deserves every prize going’ Philip Pullman‘An extraordinary story with historical and family truth at its heart, that tells us as much about the present as the past. Deeply felt, movingly written, a remarkable achievement’ Michael Morpurgo1941. War is raging. And one angry boy has been sent to the city, where bombers rule the skies. There, Joseph will live with Mrs F, a gruff woman with no fondness for children. Her only loves are the rundown zoo she owns and its mighty silverback gorilla, Adonis. As the weeks pass, bonds deepen and secrets are revealed, but if the bombers set Adonis rampaging free, will either of them be able to end the life of the one thing they truly love?Inspired by a true story. About the Author Born and raised in the north of England, Phil is the author of over twenty acclaimed, award-winning books for children and teenagers. He has worked as a carer, a dramatherapist, a bookseller and a publisher, and loves talking at schools and festivals around the world. He lives on the side of a very steep hill with his partner, their five children and two dogs.