Greta is a girl on a mission: to venture to Avalon and bring back a hero who can save her home from destruction by the monstrous giant Yuk. Many heroes have tried before now. Many have failed. What Greta needs is a hero whose courage and self-belief are greater than himself. She needs Hercufleas. The only problem: he is a flea, no bigger than a raisin. But the smallest person might just have the biggest effect . . .

A wildly inventive tale filled with adventure, humour and lots of fleas. You'll be itching to read on. Nominated for the CILIP Carnegie Medal 2016

About the Author
Sam Gayton lives in South London. In 2009 he completed the Writing for Young People MA at Bath Spa University and not long after published his first book, The Snow Merchant. He loves American novels, Italian food and the English countryside. When he's not writing, he likes playing old board games, strumming his guitar and joining as many rock bands as possible (currently at seven).

Reviews
"Resonant story about family, friendship and loss, and the power of hope and unity. Light touch and fertile inventiveness. He reminds us that small things are sometimes the most important." * Sunday Times, Nicolette Jones *
"Wonderfully endearing... Gayton is increasingly imaginative with each successive book" * Daily Mail *
"Irresistible. Unbefleavable fun!" * Andrea Reece, Lovereading *
"Exciting, imaginative and interesting." * Declan, age 8 for lovereading.co.uk *
"Wonderfully unusual story. Superbly told. Holds the reader's attention throughout." * Parents in Touch *


Awards
Short-listed for UKLA Book Award (UK). Nominated for CILIP Carnegie Medal 2016 (UK).



Book Information
ISBN 9781849396363
Author Sam Gayton
Format Paperback
Page Count 272
Imprint Andersen Press Ltd
Publisher Andersen Press Ltd
Weight(grams) 254g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 19mm