The Last Wild

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What to expect

This is a story about a boy named Kester. He is extraordinary, but he doesn't know that yet. All he knows, at this very moment, is this:

1. There is a flock of excited pigeons in his bedroom.

2. They are talking to him.

3. His life will never be quite the same again...
(P)2013 WF Howes Ltd

Critics Review

  • An excellent, punchy adventure tale with vivid characters and an impassioned eco message.

    The Financial Times
  • Written in vivid and urgent style … As thrilling as James and the Giant PeachThe Last Wild may be as critical to the new generation as Tarka the Otter.

    The Times
  • Full of suspense without ever sacrificing warmth.

    Katherine Rundell
  • A darkly comic and hugely inventive adventure … it could be the next big thing.

    Eoin Colfer
  • Gripping, original and memorable.

    Francesca Simon
  • A magnetic adventure … find yourself glued like tar to this satisfying, spine-tingling book.

    Samuel H. (aged 10)

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